Psychology and Psychotherapy
Overview
Psychology and Psychotherapy is a scholarly journal that explores the diverse aspects of human behavior and mental processes. It publishes research articles, reviews, and case studies, covering topics such as cognitive psychology, behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, and counseling. The journal aims to advance understanding and application of psychological theories and therapeutic interventions, fostering the development of effective approaches to mental health and well-being.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Psychol Psychother
Start
2002
End
Continuing
Frequency
Quarterly
p-ISSN
1476-0835
e-ISSN
2044-8341
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Specialty
Psychiatry
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 4869
73
SJR / Ranks: 2603
1263
CiteScore / Ranks: 3528
6.30
JIF / Ranks: 2884
3.4
Recent Articles
1.
Berger J, Kalmbach L, Bahr N, Strauss B, Gumz A
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Mar;
PMID: 40062798
Objectives: This study aimed to examine therapists' personal involvement in alliance ruptures, considering their level of experience by capturing their subjective perceptions through qualitative interviews. Method: We conducted 23 interviews,...
2.
Poz R, Craig C
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Mar;
PMID: 40062791
Background: Compassion-focused therapy (CFT) has an emerging evidence base and is becoming an increasingly popular therapeutic modality. The journey through later life poses individuals with various challenges to navigate, including...
3.
Bredekamp J, Theron L
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Mar;
PMID: 40052752
Introduction: The purpose of this study is to critically reflect on the value of the House-Tree-Fire-Water-Person (HTFWP) drawing as a tool to engage the parents of children aged 10-12 in...
4.
Alharbi R, Langer S, Hunter C, Husain N, Varese F, Taylor P
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Mar;
PMID: 40022593
Background: Previous research suggests that complex trauma and Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) experiences can contribute to the risk of developing and possibly maintaining Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI). Individuals' accounts of...
5.
Hogg L, Branitsky A, Morrison A, Kurz T, Smith L
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39991935
Objectives: Lived experience input is becoming recognised as vital to developing and delivering high quality research. However, employment as a lived experience researcher can create identity conflict, which can undermine...
6.
Duncan C, Hayes J, Cooper M
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39991810
Objective: To understand young people's experiences of setting and monitoring goals in the context of school-based counselling. Design: Qualitative interview study of young people aged 13-16 years old who had...
7.
White E, Hanley T
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39982370
Introduction: Psychologists are increasingly using social media to share their therapeutic knowledge. Despite this, social media guidelines devised by professional bodies remain limited in content, with the focus typically on...
8.
Mastin-Purcell L, Richdale A, Lawson L, Morris E
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39976339
Objectives: Psychological inflexibility, the model of psychopathology underlying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), has been linked to a broad range of psychological problems, but its link with sleep quality is...
9.
Hu R, Ma S, Lin Y, Feng Y, Li X, Shi W, et al.
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39960176
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a global mental health crisis, with increased rates of depression among adolescents, exacerbated by interventions such as social distancing and school closures. While...
10.
Lawson Z, Farquharson L
Psychol Psychother
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39953818
Objectives: Research has shown that dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is effective in reducing self-harm and suicidal ideation, but there is also some evidence of negative effects with differences in the...