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Apart from that inner Self or higher nature all things are a deviation, disturbance, or disease. Until we learn to rest in our true nature we are prone to all the processes of decay and degeneration inherent in the external world. Hence the only final cure for disease is Self-knowledge.
– Dr. David Frawley, American Institute of Vedic Studies

Ever notice how when we do something that brings us joy, that is fun or creative, we just feel good – healthy, youthful and free? This is our true nature. On the contrary, stress, frustration and worry cause imbalance in our mind and health while promoting the process of dis-ease and aging.

Ayurvedic wisdom honors Self-knowledge as the final cure for all disease. Notice this is “self” with a capital “S”, the Self that embodies not who we think we are, what we call ourselves, or we do for a living, but instead the

A review of 23 studies supporting long-term psychodynamic therapy appeared recently in the The Journal of the American Medical Association:
Psychoanalytic Therapy Wins Backing
Not necessarily aptly titled, since the studies don't appear to all point to Psychoanalysis, per se, but more to long-term intensive psychotherapy.

The process of therapy and counseling can do more than just help you to cope or get through a difficult situation, it can transform how you experience your life everyday.