What Does Evidence-Based Mean?
An evidence-based intervention has been tested in controlled clinical trials and shown to produce statistically significant improvements. Not all mental health approaches meet this standard.
Proven Interventions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
The most researched intervention with hundreds of randomized controlled trials. Effective for anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and insomnia.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, MBSR reduces stress, anxiety, and chronic pain through structured mindfulness practice.
Digital Mental Health Tools
Research published in JMIR and The Lancet Digital Health shows that well-designed digital tools can produce outcomes comparable to face-to-face therapy for mild to moderate conditions.
Peer Support Programs
Meta-analyses show peer support reduces depression by 25% and anxiety by 21% when combined with standard care.
The SatKarya Approach
SatKarya integrates multiple evidence-based approaches: CBT-inspired AI conversations, guided mindfulness exercises, peer community support, and mood tracking -- all free and accessible. Try SatKarya