Counselling and Psychotherapy Research· 2018Q2
Using thematic analysis in counselling and psychotherapy research: A critical reflection
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Short summary
This commentary critically reflects on the application of thematic analysis in counselling and psychotherapy research, highlighting common confusions and poor practices.
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Key points
- Critically reflects on the use of thematic analysis in counselling and psychotherapy research.
- Identifies distinct characteristics of the authors' specific thematic analysis approach.
- Highlights common areas of confusion and poor practice in published thematic analysis research.
- Aims to improve the application and understanding of thematic analysis in this research domain.
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Abstract
Abstract In this brief commentary, we critically reflect on the use of thematic analysis, and particularly the approach to thematic analysis we have outlined, in counselling and psychotherapy research. We identify the distinct characteristics of our thematic analysis approach, and highlight some common areas of confusion and poor practice in published thematic analysis research in counselling and psychotherapy.
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