what are the benefits of medication vs. therapy?

It is well established that the long-term solution to mental and emotional problems and the pain they cause cannot be solved solely by medication. Medication treats the symptoms of our emotional problems, while psychotherapy addresses the causes of our distress and the behavior patterns that curb our progress. You can best achieve sustainable growth and a greater sense of well-being with an integrative approach to wellness. Working with your medical doctor can help you determine what is best for you. In some cases a combination of medication and therapy is the right course of action.