A qualitative study exploring clients reasons for missing appointments within a secondary care service (Lakey, Higginbotham, 2018)

Smyth, Natasha; Lakey, James; Higginbotham, Andrew

Clinical Psychology Forum. Aug2018, Issue 308, p11-16. 6p.

Little qualitative research exists on non-attendance of psychotherapy appointments. Eight psychotherapy clients were interviewed about their reasons for missing sessions and thematic analysis revealed five key themes. The results demonstrate that factors affecting attendance are dynamic and multi-layered. Read this article by the psychology service in Newham to find out more.