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This is not a test: interpreting the results of psychometric tools in coaching Journals Published 26 Oct 2022 Open access: How are personality assessments used in coaching – and how should we interpret the results? Carine Metselaar and Rink Hoekstra provide a useful guide for coaches. Coaching Today, October 2022
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Counselling for Depression vs CBT Journals Published 30 Jun 2013 In an interview with Therapy Today, Michael Barkham explains the PRaCTICED trial – a randomised control trial funded by BACP to test the effectiveness of Counselling for Depression delivered in primary care settings. Therapy Today, June 2013
Testing times Journals Published 4 Jun 2021 Scott Eastwood examines the research evidence relating to test anxiety and asks what school-based counsellors can do to support young people. BACP Children, Young People and Families, June 2021
Training: Research-mindedness in training Journals Published 29 Nov 2022 "Research-mindedness can help us think clearly, rigorously test the links we make and question the basis on which we draw inferences." Regular column from Sue Kegerreis. BACP Children, Young People and Families, December 2022
Counselling: Transitions Journals Published 31 Aug 2023 'For some young people (and adults), a fear of the unknown, of not being in control and not being able to test out new situations, means they struggle with transitions'. BACP Children, Young People and Families, September 2023