Closes 31 December 2025
Dear APS Psychologists,
Our team at Australian Catholic University (ACU), consisting of Prof Joseph Ciarrochi, Assoc. Prof Baljinder Sahdra, and Farah Gulamoydeen are conducting a survey to explore the use of assessment measures among therapists like you—whether you use them regularly or not at all.
As mental health professionals, you play an important role in shaping the therapeutic landscape. Yet, we know the gap between psychotherapy research and clinical practice can sometimes feel wide, with researchers often focusing on evidence-based tools, while practitioners navigate the complexities of real-world client needs, time constraints, and practical applicability. We want to bridge that gap, and your voice is essential. This is your opportunity to share your experiences, challenges, and insights so we can better understand how assessment tools fit into real-world practice.
To be eligible to participate in this study, you will need to meet the following criteria:
• You are able to take part if: You are qualified to practice psychological therapy, including those in-training.
• You will not be able to take part if: You are not qualified to practice psychological therapy, or if you are qualified to practice psychological therapy but did not actively practice.
If you agree to participate, you will be asked to complete a survey that will be conducted online and will be anonymous that will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
For further information and a full description about the study go to the "Start the survey" link below.
As a thank you for your participation and time, you will have the opportunity to win a gift voucher.
This study has been approved by the ACU Human Research Ethics Committee, and the ethics number is: 2024-3852.
Please contact Farah Gulamoydeen who is the Student Researcher via email ([email protected]) if you have any questions about the research.
Start the survey