Qualitative Research in Counselling and Psychotherapy

′The book is an excellent reference book for researchers in counseling and psychotherapy field who want to situate their research practice based on qualitative distinctions that they wish to bring forward on particular phenomenon of counseling and psychotherapy′ -
The Qualitative Report

′I highly recommend this thoughtful scholarly book for readers at all levels who want to learn about qualitative research. John McLeod has an excellent grasp on the philosophical underpinnings of qualitative research. And he presents various qualitative methods in a clear, fair, even-handed manner, encouraging readers to see the best in what the approaches have to offer. I really like his stance of not saying that there is one "right" method, but that all have different things to offer.′
Clara E. Hil
University of Maryland

′Once again John McLeod has created a wonderful resource for counselling and psychotherapy researchers in this updated book which demonstrates his impressive range and depth of knowledge. This book is of value to beginning and more experienced researchers in the field, as well as to those who teach and supervise research at Masters and Doctoral stages. McLeod produces finely balanced arguments for all research approaches and does not shy away from the political and methodological issues that engage therapy researchers and practitioners at this time.′

Kim Etherington Ph.D.
Emeritus Professor, University of Bristol

This textbook is very comprehensive and I really like the fact that it is applied to the counselling and psychotherapy profession. Since the students I teach are at doctoral level in counselling psychology, they are able to directly apply the learning gained from the book into their research -- Dr Angela Loulopoulou * drupal *
Once again Mcleod provides an accessible yet rich text in which key issues regarding qualitative research are explored. Prominent methodologies are described and critiqued within the wider research context. This is valuable material for students at all levels and is presented in a way that inspires further reading. -- Dr Anthony Hickey * drupal *
This text is a new resource in qualitative methods in counseling psychology research. It will enhance the class with ample resources in this area. -- Dr Bahman Shirazi * drupal *
This is an excellent overview of qualitative research methods for counselling and psychotherapy students, with a refreshingly pluralistic attitude that avoids falling into a ′them and us′ discourse in relation to quantitative methods. I intend to make it essential pre-course reading. -- Dr Bonnie Meekums * drupal *
Students are now progressing to an MA Dissertation year and this is one of the books I will be recommending as essential reading as they prepare. -- Dr Christine Stevens * drupal *
A very good text for MSc students considering a qualitative approach to their research, or for those who are not clear on the various options available. -- Dr Clare Green * drupal *
This is a really good book for applied psychologists following courses in Educational Psychology and Couselling Psychology. -- Dr Garry Squires * drupal *
One of the best books I have ever read. It has been recommended and students will learn much of it -- Dr George Varvatsoulias * drupal *
The book was adopted for an online introductory course in qualitative research, clinical psychology Masters level . It proved readable and offered effective experiential material. One student complained it was dense reading and she had to re-read passages. Other than that, everyone was pleased with the choice as our main text. -- Dr Lisa Herman * drupal *
An excellent text book for all counselling and psychotherapy researchers - highly recommended essential reading. -- Dr Stephen Goss * drupal *
A particularly useful volume for clinical psychology trainees, who often come with a background in quantitative methodology and whose awareness of qualitative approaches is occasionally limited to IPA. Impressive scope and lucid writing make this a clear recommendation to our students. -- Dr Thomas Schroder * drupal *
This volume perfectly compliments McLeod′s previously published ′Doing Counselling Research′, which was the main text we recommended in previous years to students undertaking their first consideration of evidence based practice. The newer title undertakes an elaboration of the process of qualitative research in relation to the subjects of counselling and psychotherapy in a very user friendly manner that supports students in finding some interest in the research process which has previously proved quite challenging. The subject has on occasion left the students cold and disinterested but having used the information in this book to inform my teaching practice, I have experienced a greater level of engagement with the majority of participants.
It may never be every counselling students deepest desire to undertake the piece of research that we as educators require them to do, but there is a greater chance of igniting the flame of interest through presenting them with textbooks which engage them in the process through being very user friendly and approachable. -- Mr Andrew Thorne * drupal *
very informative providing clarity to a variety of research methodologies to assist understanding in what can be a very confusing area -- Mr Anthony Ross * drupal *
Very good scope for introducing students to qualitative research. I used it for parallel comparisons with quantitative research for Introduction to Psychotherapy research courses -- Mr Iván Armijo * drupal *
A practical and accessible books for any practitioner thinking of undertaking qualitative research.
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Especially useful for students thinking about research methods for undergraduate and MA research. -- Mr John Dixon * drupal *
Good, clear book - very helpful for writing a research proposal and the early stages of research. -- Mr Kevin Hogan * drupal *
recommended to students. -- Mr Sivan Koran * drupal *
This books provides a very accessible explanation of qualitative research methods that are applicable beyond counselling and psychotherapy. -- Mr Steve Watts * drupal *
This is a must have book for student or researchers who are more interested in using qualitative in their research work. -- Mr Zaliridzal Zakaria * drupal *
An excellent practical and informative text to be added to qualitatitive researchers′ and trainers′ book shelves and an essential, student friendly text for all student researchers. -- Mrs Anne Smith * drupal *
An excellent and essential text for the qualitative researcher, psychotherapy lecturers and all students conducting qualitative research. -- Mrs Anne Smith * drupal *
An excellent text for students who are preparing for their dissertation in counselling. It works to enable students to select and use methods that are compatible with the areas that they want to research. It provide as a readable and accessible;e guide to methods and analysis. -- Mrs Helen Knowler * drupal *
Students really like this book as it is comprehensive and easy to understand. -- Mrs Jaime Leanne Ross * drupal *
This valuable text offers trainees accessible insight into the importance of qualitative research in McLeod′s familiar comfortable style -- Mrs Jan Tatham * drupal *
An excellent introduction and guide and a great resource. I particularly like the section on philosophical underpinnings. -- Mrs Margaret Rock * drupal *
This is an excelling book for introducing and advancing students knowledge of counselling research. It is well written, taking the student through essentials of the subject. -- Mrs Nicola Grass * drupal *
Possibly, with hindsight, too advanced for the level of our course, but recommended for students who want to take their studies further -- Mrs Sarah Jones * drupal *
McLeod′s textbook is a solid, reference volume which students can use as a standard base from which to extend their research practice. It demystifies the terminology and makes it accessible to the neophyte researcher. Highly recommended to our first year postgraduate students -- Mrs Valerie Sanders * drupal *
Key text for masters′ level students who need to read research papers critically, understand a range of research methods and conduct a small research project for their dissertation. This is an excellent book which students are recommended to read on starting the course and refer to throughout. -- Ms Jane Macaskie * drupal *
Excellent book which I recommended to be included in several units, apart from Introduction to Health Psychology and COunselling that I teach on -- Ms Maja Jankowska * drupal *
Clearly written, a good overview that stimulates reflection and engagement witht the issues. Easy to understand for students at different levels -- Ms Marie Jefsioutine * drupal *
This is a useful book for teaching qualitative research methods and to guide students conducting quaitative research. I′ve chosen a more generic research text as my core reading. -- Ms Patti Wallace * drupal *
A seminal text on qualitative research methods. The text is clear and makes research accessible to counselling students. -- Ms Raje Suzanne Airey * drupal *
An excellent, thorough book which will be invaluable to MSc students from the second year onwards. It is very comprehensive which is both an asset but also a little broad for for students with a limited interest in research. Best for final year students. -- Phil Joyce * drupal *
Deemed not sufficiently rigourous for the course. Requested library to order. -- Professor Jon Crook * drupal *
For my dissertation students, I will direct them towards this. For opthers, they may well find it of great value. -- Professor Steven Lyon * drupal *