Delivering Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) through digital or telehealth platforms in a group format offers several key advantages. First, it significantly improves access to care, allowing individuals with persistent physical symptoms (PPS) to receive effective, emotion-focused therapy regardless of their geographic location. Telehealth can also benefit those who face mobility issues or have limited access to specialized care in rural or underserved areas. Group-based telehealth EAET promotes social connection among participants, fostering a supportive environment where individuals can share experiences, which may enhance therapeutic outcomes. Additionally, the convenience of remote therapy can reduce barriers to participation, such as time constraints and travel costs, making it easier for patients to commit to treatment. Finally, the digital format allows for flexible, scalable interventions that can be easily integrated into routine psychiatric care, potentially increasing treatment uptake for individuals who might otherwise avoid in-person therapy due to stigma or logistical challenges.
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Patient Health Questionaire-15 (PHQ-15)
Timeframe: Change from pre to post treatment (i.e pre-treatment ca. 1 week before treatment. Post-treatment ca 1 week after treatment ends at 12 weeks.)
Visual Analoge Scales
Timeframe: Change from pre to post treatment (i.e pre-treatment ca. 1 week before treatment. Post-treatment ca 1 week after treatment ends at 12 weeks.)