Transactional Analysis: what the research says

No good evidence yet that TA helps health needs. In 2019 Spain's health ministry found no trials or reviews of it.

What a session is

A talking therapy that looks at how you relate to others, using simple ideas such as the 'Parent, Adult and Child' sides of yourself. It helps you notice patterns in how you communicate.

What the research says

• Low mood, worry and stress: No reliable studies yet. Spain's health ministry found no trials or reviews of TA in 2019. More research is needed. No good evidence yet · Spanish Ministry of Health, 2019
• Confidence and relationships: Not studied in the sources we use. A few small, early studies of group courses exist; more research is needed. No good evidence yet
• Sleep, pain, menopause and grief: Not studied in the sources we use. No good evidence yet

More on each need: Lift your mood

Is it safe?

Studies of TA have not reported on safety. If worry or low mood affects your daily life, see a GP: talking therapies such as CBT are usually offered first. NHS, 2024 · NHS, 2026

Sessions on Sissoo complement medical care and never replace it. Please don’t stop or change any treatment without talking to your doctor. If you feel very low or think about ending your life, call your local emergency number now.

Checked 22 October 2026. Next check by April 2027. How we rate the evidence.