Terry Hanley
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View article: Grounding digital mental health and wellbeing platform development in a theory of change: a convergent mixed methods approach
Grounding digital mental health and wellbeing platform development in a theory of change: a convergent mixed methods approach Open
Background Mental health concerns among children and young people are rising, yet only a fraction receive the care they need. Digital mental health solutions can help bridge this gap, and recent years have seen a rapid proliferation of men…
View article: Exploring Peak Experiences through Multi-Sensory Extended Reality
Exploring Peak Experiences through Multi-Sensory Extended Reality Open
View article: ‘I think that we can effect change’: Psychologist use of social media for social justice advocacy
‘I think that we can effect change’: Psychologist use of social media for social justice advocacy Open
Introduction Psychologists can bring social justice into their professional presence on social media, with the public perceiving health care professionals as a reputable source of information online. This study aimed to explore practitione…
View article: The experience of partners of male professional athletes: a systematic review of the literature
The experience of partners of male professional athletes: a systematic review of the literature Open
View article: “What I share is not the same as therapy”: Psychologist experiences of Instagram use as a mental health influencer
“What I share is not the same as therapy”: Psychologist experiences of Instagram use as a mental health influencer Open
Introduction Psychologists are increasingly using social media to share their therapeutic knowledge. Despite this, social media guidelines devised by professional bodies remain limited in content, with the focus typically on personal use r…
View article: Understanding Youth Goal-Setting and Achievement in a Free Digital Mental Health Platform: The Impact of User-Set and Practitioner-Set Goals on Engagement and Psychological Distress (Preprint)
Understanding Youth Goal-Setting and Achievement in a Free Digital Mental Health Platform: The Impact of User-Set and Practitioner-Set Goals on Engagement and Psychological Distress (Preprint) Open
View article: Understanding Youth Goal-Setting and Achievement in a Free Digital Mental Health Platform: The Impact of User-Set and Practitioner-Set Goals on Engagement and Psychological Distress (Preprint)
Understanding Youth Goal-Setting and Achievement in a Free Digital Mental Health Platform: The Impact of User-Set and Practitioner-Set Goals on Engagement and Psychological Distress (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Youth and young adult mental health concerns are rising globally, with digital mental health platforms offering a promising solution for accessible support. Among the various features these platforms provide, goal-setting and a…
View article: The role of BACP in maximising the potential of counselling and psychological therapies research in the UK: Benefitting clients, communities, and societies
The role of BACP in maximising the potential of counselling and psychological therapies research in the UK: Benefitting clients, communities, and societies Open
The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) is the largest professional membership body within the field of counselling and psychological therapies in the UK, but there is a mismatch between its membership of >65,000 a…
View article: Current ethical dilemmas experienced by therapists who use social media: A systematic review
Current ethical dilemmas experienced by therapists who use social media: A systematic review Open
Background Despite the rise in therapist use of social media, current ethical guidelines have not provided clear guidance on how to use social media. Ethical guidelines commonly suggest therapists apply the same ethical principles advised …
View article: Where “culture wars” and therapy meet: Exploring the intersection between political issues and therapeutic practice
Where “culture wars” and therapy meet: Exploring the intersection between political issues and therapeutic practice Open
In the era of “culture wars,” instances where client and practitioner discuss political issues in therapy may become more frequent. This paper introduces the way in which “culture wars” manifest in today's societies and highlights the impo…
View article: The use of goal‐based outcome measures in digital therapy with adults: What goals are set, and are they achieved?
The use of goal‐based outcome measures in digital therapy with adults: What goals are set, and are they achieved? Open
Objectives The use of idiographic goal‐based outcome measures (GBO) to monitor progress in digital therapy with adults has received little research attention. This study aimed to identify broad patterns of GBO engagement in an anonymous di…
View article: The design and development of an experience measure for a peer community moderated forum in a digital mental health service
The design and development of an experience measure for a peer community moderated forum in a digital mental health service Open
Online digital mental health communities can contribute to users' mental health positively and negatively. Yet the measurement of experience, outcomes and impact mechanisms relating to digital mental health communities is difficult to capt…
View article: Therapist + Social Media = Mental health influencer? Considering the research focusing upon key ethical issues around the use of social media by therapists
Therapist + Social Media = Mental health influencer? Considering the research focusing upon key ethical issues around the use of social media by therapists Open
Current ethical guidelines for therapists who make use of social media are very limited. As a consequence, they leave much open to interpretation by professionals, an openness that may place the public and professionals at risk. This is pa…
View article: The Helpfulness of Web-Based Mental Health and Well-being Forums for Providing Peer Support for Young People: Cross-sectional Exploration
The Helpfulness of Web-Based Mental Health and Well-being Forums for Providing Peer Support for Young People: Cross-sectional Exploration Open
Background Young people are increasingly seeking out web-based support for their mental health and well-being. Peer support forums are popular with this age group, with young individuals valuing the fact that the forums are available 24/7,…
View article: The Therapeutic Goals Set by University Students in an Anonymous Web-Based Therapy and Support Setting
The Therapeutic Goals Set by University Students in an Anonymous Web-Based Therapy and Support Setting Open
The interest in student mental health and wellbeing has increased in recent years. Additionally, there is a rising volume of students seeking support. Numerous online resources have been developed to meet this need, including anonymous web…
View article: “Will My Young Adult Years be Spent Socially Distancing?”: A Qualitative Exploration of Adolescents’ Experiences During the COVID-19 UK Lockdown
“Will My Young Adult Years be Spent Socially Distancing?”: A Qualitative Exploration of Adolescents’ Experiences During the COVID-19 UK Lockdown Open
For older adolescents, the COVID-19 pandemic and UK restrictions arrived during a critical period in the transition to adulthood. Early research exploring impact of the pandemic paints a picture of worsened adolescent wellbeing and mental …
View article: Muslim minorities’ experiences of Islamophobia in the West: A systematic review
Muslim minorities’ experiences of Islamophobia in the West: A systematic review Open
Islamophobia across the western world appears to be on the rise yet very little is known about it. This review systematically examines qualitative literature to gain an in-depth understanding of Muslim minorities’ experiences of ‘Islamopho…
View article: The helpfulness of web-based mental health and wellbeing forums for providing peer support for young people: A cross-sectional exploration (Preprint)
The helpfulness of web-based mental health and wellbeing forums for providing peer support for young people: A cross-sectional exploration (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Young people are increasingly going online to seek out web-based support for their mental health and wellbeing. Peer support forums are popular with this age group, with young individuals valuing the fact that they are availabl…
View article: The Development of an Experience Measure for an Online Digital Mental Health Community
The Development of an Experience Measure for an Online Digital Mental Health Community Open
Online digital mental health communities can contribute to users’ mental health positively and negatively. Yet the measurement of outcomes and impact relating to digital mental health communities is difficult to capture. In this pape…
View article: The Session Wants and Need Outcome Measure: The Development of a Brief Outcome Measure for Single-Sessions of Web-Based Support
The Session Wants and Need Outcome Measure: The Development of a Brief Outcome Measure for Single-Sessions of Web-Based Support Open
Single-session, brief interventions in therapy for young people make up a large proportion of service provision, including in digital mental health settings. Current nomothetic mental health measures are not specifically designed to captur…
View article: Counselling, psychotherapy and training the football elite
Counselling, psychotherapy and training the football elite Open
Counselling and psychotherapy are not common professions that are considered alongside the work of sporting institutions, such as football academies. This paper therefore provides a brief reflection upon the existing research considering t…
View article: “Will my Young Adult Years be Spent Socially Distancing?”: A Qualitative Exploration of UK Adolescents’ Lockdown Experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic
“Will my Young Adult Years be Spent Socially Distancing?”: A Qualitative Exploration of UK Adolescents’ Lockdown Experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Background and Aims: For older adolescents, the COVID-19 pandemic and associated UK restrictions arrived during a critical period in the transition to adulthood. Early research exploring impact of the pandemic paints a picture of worsened …
View article: “Will my Young Adult Years be Spent Socially Distancing?”: A Qualitative Exploration of UK Adolescents’ Lockdown Experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic
“Will my Young Adult Years be Spent Socially Distancing?”: A Qualitative Exploration of UK Adolescents’ Lockdown Experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Background For older adolescents, the COVID-19 pandemic and associated UK restrictions have arrived during a critical period in the transition to adulthood, and early research exploring impact of the pandemic paints a picture of worsened a…
View article: Teenagers' experiences of life in lockdown: Implications for college and university support
Teenagers' experiences of life in lockdown: Implications for college and university support Open
We have all experienced significant change and disruption during the pandemic. Young people have been particularly impacted at a time when they are negotiating their transition through school to college or university. Dr Ola Demkowicz and …
View article: A Theory of Change for Web-Based Therapy and Support Services for Children and Young People: Collaborative Qualitative Exploration
A Theory of Change for Web-Based Therapy and Support Services for Children and Young People: Collaborative Qualitative Exploration Open
Background Web-based counseling and support has become increasingly commonplace for children and young people (CYP). Currently, there is limited research that focuses on the mechanisms of change within complex telepsychology platforms, a f…
View article: Researching online counselling and psychotherapy: The past, the present and the future
Researching online counselling and psychotherapy: The past, the present and the future Open
This paper reflects upon the history of online counselling and psychotherapy research. It provides a reflection upon the growing body of research in this field and discusses the impact of the recent global COVID‐19 pandemic upon it. It spe…
View article: A systematic review of higher education students' experiences of engaging with online therapy
A systematic review of higher education students' experiences of engaging with online therapy Open
Aim The prevalence of mental health difficulties and the demand for psychological support for students in higher education (HE) appear to be increasing. Online therapy is a widely accessible resource that could provide effective support; h…
View article: A Theory of Change for Web-Based Therapy and Support Services for Children and Young People: Collaborative Qualitative Exploration (Preprint)
A Theory of Change for Web-Based Therapy and Support Services for Children and Young People: Collaborative Qualitative Exploration (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Web-based counseling and support has become increasingly commonplace for children and young people (CYP). Currently, there is limited research that focuses on the mechanisms of change within complex telepsychology platforms, a …
View article: Supporting emotional well‐being in schools in the context of austerity: An ecologically informed humanistic perspective
Supporting emotional well‐being in schools in the context of austerity: An ecologically informed humanistic perspective Open
Background Schools are commonly asked to take on roles that support the emotional well‐being of students. These practices are in line with humanistic education theory and can be difficult to fulfil by schools. Broader ecological pressures,…
View article: ‘Like a human being, I was an equal, I wasn't just a patient’: Service users’ perspectives on their experiences of relationships with staff in mental health services
‘Like a human being, I was an equal, I wasn't just a patient’: Service users’ perspectives on their experiences of relationships with staff in mental health services Open
Objectives The quality of therapeutic relationships in psychiatric services has a significant impact upon the therapeutic outcomes for people diagnosed with a severe mental illness. As previous work has not explicitly explored service user…