About the International Journal of Psychotherapy Practice and Research
Advancing behavioral science through rigorous, peer-reviewed scholarship on psychotherapeutic research, measurement methods, and evidence-based practice frameworks.
IJPR welcomes empirical research, systematic reviews, methodological papers, and theoretical contributions that examine the processes, outcomes, and mechanisms underlying psychotherapy. Our scope encompasses behavioral science research that informs psychotherapeutic practice through rigorous investigation and evidence synthesis.
Study designs, measurement validation, data collection techniques, and analytical approaches specific to psychotherapy research.
Investigation of therapeutic mechanisms, change processes, alliance dynamics, and session-by-session outcome patterns.
Research on cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, exposure techniques, and third-wave behavioral therapies.
Empirical studies on insight-oriented therapies, person-centered approaches, and relational dynamics.
Research examining multi-modal approaches, common factors, and unified treatment protocols.
Studies on mindfulness mechanisms, acceptance strategies, and contemplative practices in psychotherapy.
Development and validation of psychotherapy outcome measures, process instruments, and assessment tools.
Comprehensive syntheses of psychotherapy research, comparative effectiveness studies, and evidence evaluations.
Conceptual papers advancing psychotherapy theory, model refinement, and framework integration.
IJPR accepts diverse manuscript formats to accommodate various research contributions:
- Original Research Articles: Empirical studies reporting novel findings from quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods investigations.
- Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses: Comprehensive syntheses of existing research with structured methodology and transparent reporting.
- Methodological Papers: Articles discussing measurement development, research design innovations, or analytical techniques.
- Theoretical and Conceptual Papers: Contributions advancing psychotherapy theory, model integration, or conceptual frameworks.
- Replication Studies: High-quality replications that test the robustness of previous findings.
- Brief Reports: Concise communications of preliminary findings, pilot data, or novel observations.
- Research Commentaries: Critical analyses of current trends, debates, or emerging topics in psychotherapy research.
IJPR combines rigorous peer review with efficient publication workflows, ensuring your research reaches global audiences without unnecessary delays.
- Rapid Review Process: Average first decision in 18 days with constructive, expert feedback.
- Global Open Access: Immediate worldwide availability ensures maximum visibility and citation potential.
- No Submission Fees: Charges apply only upon acceptance, reducing financial barriers to submission.
- Expert Editorial Board: International reviewers with specialized expertise across psychotherapy research domains.
- Flexible Article Formats: Multiple publication types accommodate diverse research contributions.
- Transparent Governance: COPE-aligned policies ensure ethical integrity and author protections.
- Enhanced Discoverability: DOI registration, indexing services, and metadata optimization boost research impact.
IJPR offers streamlined submission pathways designed for researcher convenience:
Review Guidelines
Consult our Instructions for Authors for formatting, ethical requirements, and reporting standards.
Prepare Manuscript
Submit as PDF including structured abstract, keywords, introduction, methods, results, discussion, and references. Ensure compliance with ethical disclosure requirements.
Submit Online
Use our dedicated submission portal or email directly to [email protected] with "IJPR Submission" in the subject line.
Peer Review
Manuscripts undergo rigorous single-blind review by at least two experts evaluating originality, methodology, and contribution to the field.
Revision and Decision
Respond to reviewer feedback with detailed rebuttals. Revised manuscripts receive expedited re-evaluation.
Publication
Accepted articles are published online within 3 days, with immediate open access and full indexing.
IJPR's peer review process upholds the highest standards of scientific integrity. Each submission undergoes initial editorial screening for scope alignment and ethical compliance before external review. Our reviewers assess:
- Originality and significance of research contribution
- Methodological rigor and appropriateness of design
- Statistical validity and analytical transparency
- Ethical integrity and regulatory compliance
- Clarity of presentation and logical organization
- Relevance to psychotherapy research and practice
IJPR operates under a full open access model with Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licensing. Authors retain copyright while granting the journal first publication rights. This ensures:
- Immediate global access without subscription barriers
- Unrestricted reuse for educational and research purposes
- Enhanced citation potential and research impact
- Compliance with funder open access mandates
- Author freedom to share, archive, and republish with attribution
Article Processing Charges (APC) are applied only upon acceptance. Visit our APC page for current rates and waiver eligibility.
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Advance Psychotherapy Research with IJPR
Join our global community of researchers advancing the science of psychotherapy. Submit your research to a journal that values rigor, transparency, and rapid dissemination.
