Publisher's Synopsis
- What are the benefits of conducting research while practising?
- Which research methods are most suitable for busy practitioners?
- How can practitioners weave research into their everyday practice without it becoming a burdensome add-on?
- What practical and ethical considerations should counsellors and therapists take into account when researching?
With an emphasis on 'do-able' research, the book examines the dilemmas and challenges for clinicians in recruiting participants and combining research with clinical practice, and includes step-by-step guides to doing research projects.
Key topics covered include:
- Collaborative research
- The ethics of research
- Mixed methods of research (qualitative and quantitative)
- Suitable research methods for busy clinicians
- Practice-based evidence and evidence-based practice
