Evidence-Based Medicine for Mental Health: Data-Driven Care

In this episode of the Sit and Stay Podcast, Parker Anderson and Dr. Tom Tarshis introduce the core concepts of evidence-based medicine—especially how it applies to mental health. They discuss the difference between “gut feeling medicine” and research-backed practice, explore common barriers to implementing evidence-based methods, and highlight the importance of balancing patient preferences, provider expertise, and measurable outcomes. 0:00 Introduction 3:49 What is evidence-based medicine and why is it important? 6:28 What resources should providers refer to for evidence-based medicine sources? 9:49 How do you evaluate the quality of evidence behind a treatment? 17:44 How do you deal with treatments for conditions that conflict or cause each other? 24:15 How do you assess all forms of evidence and use them into your decision-making? 28:36 How can providers overcome any barriers to evidence-based medicine? 33:20 The Mental Health Business Moment Of The Week 35:17 Conclusion