Study Context
Facing a global shortage of mental health professionals, this meta-analysis rigorously evaluated whether internet-delivered CBT (iCBT) reaches efficacy comparable to traditional face-to-face therapy.
Lead Author and Institution
Gavin Andrews & Nickolai Titov
University of New South Wales, Sydney
Main Results
- Large effect sizes for anxiety (g = 0.84-1.05) and moderate-to-large for depression (g = 0.67).
- Programs with minimal guidance (10-15 min/week) achieve effects comparable to face-to-face therapy.
Application in Deuswell
Deuswell employs this hybrid model: structured digital CBT enriched by personalized AI guidance that simulates minimal therapist accompaniment.
