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Relational‐Cultural Theory: Fostering the Growth of a Paradigm Through Empirical Research
Author(s) -
Lenz A. Stephen
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
journal of counseling and development
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.805
H-Index - 78
eISSN - 1556-6676
pISSN - 0748-9633
DOI - 10.1002/jcad.12100
Subject(s) - randomized controlled trial , psychological intervention , psychology , empirical research , empirical evidence , knowledge management , applied psychology , social psychology , management science , computer science , epistemology , medicine , philosophy , surgery , psychiatry , economics
This study identified empirical literature supporting relational‐cultural theory (RCT) for explaining experiences of individuals, assessing theoretical constructs, and providing an effective treatment option. A systematic review of available literature revealed that (a) RCT was a useful framework for understanding client experiences, (b) there is considerable support for the psychometric validation of RCT constructs, and (c) support for RCT interventions is currently limited. Limitations of studies reviewed, recommendations for future research, and implications for counselors are provided.