The study examined which socio-demographic differences between clients and providers influenced interpersonal complementarity during an initial intake session; that is, behaviors that facilitate harmonious interactions between client and provider. Complementarity was assessed using blinded ratings of 114 videotaped intake sessions by trained…

Explores the ethical dilemmas raised by changes in research paradigms that encourage the development of a relationship between researcher and participant. In such contexts it becomes increasingly difficult to distinguish between a therapeutic relationship and a research interview. (Author/GCP)

This paper identifies typical sampling problems, including improper application of the Central Limit Theorem, that are associated with the probability-based sampling procedures currently used in clinical psychology research. It then presents two alternative research designs, the theory validation model and the extended case study model, which…