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How to do discovery-oriented psychotherapy research.

A R Mahrer1, D B Boulet

  • 1School of Psychology, University of Ottawa, Canada. amahrer@uottawa.ca

Journal of Clinical Psychology
|June 16, 2000
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This study introduces a discovery-oriented approach for psychotherapy research, emphasizing the use of specific research questions. It details the practical steps and logistical considerations for implementing this elegant research methodology.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy Research

Background:

  • Traditional psychotherapy research often follows hypothesis-driven models.
  • A gap exists in systematic, discovery-oriented methodologies within psychotherapy research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present and illustrate a discovery-oriented approach to psychotherapy research.
  • To outline the logistical and practical steps for conducting such research.
  • To advocate for the elegance and utility of this research paradigm.

Main Methods:

  • The study proposes a framework centered on discovery-oriented research questions.
  • Illustrates four distinct discovery-oriented research questions.
  • Details the logistical requirements and practical working steps for implementation.

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Main Results:

  • The approach provides a structured method for exploring complex phenomena in psychotherapy.
  • Practical guidance is offered for researchers embarking on discovery-oriented projects.
  • The methodology is presented as a more elegant alternative for certain research aims.

Conclusions:

  • A discovery-oriented approach offers a valuable and elegant framework for advancing psychotherapy research.
  • The systematic application of discovery-oriented questions can yield significant insights.
  • This methodology enhances the exploration of novel aspects within psychotherapy practice and theory.