Mixed methods in psychotherapy research: A review of method(ology) integration in psychotherapy science

OBJECTIVE: Mixed methods can foster depth and breadth in psychological research. However, its use remains in development in psychotherapy research. Our purpose was to review the use of mixed methods in psychotherapy research. METHOD: Thirty-one studies were identified via the PRISMA systematic review method. Using Creswell (b) understanding group psychotherapy; (c) integrating methods with cases and small samples; (d) analyzing clinical data as qualitative data; and (e) exploring cultural identities in psychotherapy through mixed methods. CONCLUSION: The review is discussed with respect to the value of integrating multiple data in single studies to enhance psychotherapy research.