Counseling Research: A Practitioner-Scholar Approach (2nd Edition)

By Richard S. Balkin & David M. Kleist

Counseling Research: A Practitioner-Scholar Approach (2nd Edition) is a practical, counselor-friendly introduction to designing, interpreting, and applying research in real clinical settings. Written for counselors-in-training and emerging researchers, it builds the skills needed to become a practitioner-scholar—someone who can evaluate evidence, strengthen outcomes, and make data-informed decisions in counseling practice.

The book guides readers through the full research process, including quantitative and qualitative designs, measurement, program evaluation, and ethical considerations. It emphasizes applied learning through examples, activities, and templates that help students move from ideas to a defensible study plan and clear interpretation of findings.

Product Details

• Title: Counseling Research: A Practitioner-Scholar Approach
• Edition: 2nd Edition (2020)
• Authors: Richard S. Balkin, David M. Kleist
• Publisher: American Counseling Association
• Publication Date: January 15, 2020
• ISBN-13: 9781556204074
• ISBN-10: 1556204079
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 400
• Dimensions: 7 × 1 × 10 inches
• Weight: 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg)
• Price: $49.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free Shipping Worldwide

Key Features

• Practitioner-scholar framework connecting research to counseling practice
• Step-by-step research process from forming questions to interpreting results
• Balanced methods coverage including quantitative, qualitative, and mixed approaches
• Measurement and evaluation tools covering outcomes, assessment, and program evaluation
• Ethics and professional standards for responsible counseling research

Who Should Buy This?

• Counseling students in research and assessment courses
• Graduate students planning theses, capstones, or dissertation proposals
• Practitioners who want to evaluate evidence and improve outcomes
• Educators teaching counseling research methodology

About the Authors

Richard S. Balkin and David M. Kleist are respected counseling educators known for research and counselor training. Their work emphasizes making research approachable and useful for real-world counseling practice and evidence-based decision-making.

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Build research confidence and strengthen evidence-based counseling with Counseling Research: A Practitioner-Scholar Approach (2nd Edition).

Overview

A counselor-friendly research methods guide that explains how to design studies, evaluate evidence, and apply outcomes-focused research using the practitioner-scholar model.

Table of Contents (Highlights)

1. Introduction to Counseling Research
2. The Practitioner-Scholar Model
3. Research Questions, Ethics, and Literature Foundations
4. Quantitative Research Methods and Design
5. Qualitative Research Approaches
6. Measurement, Assessment, and Statistics Fundamentals
7. Program Evaluation and Outcome Research
8. Writing, Publishing, and Translating Research to Practice
9. Applied Activities, Templates, and Resources

Who Should Use This Book?

• Counselors-in-training and graduate students
• Educators teaching counseling research
• Clinicians applying evidence-based counseling
• Program evaluators in schools, agencies, or clinics

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FAQs

• What is this book mainly used for? Counseling research coursework, proposals, and applied evidence-based practice.
• Does it cover both qualitative and quantitative methods? Yes, it explains core designs, data collection, and interpretation for both.
• Is it appropriate for CACREP-aligned programs? Yes, it fits common counseling research and assessment requirements.
• Does it help with program evaluation and outcomes research? Yes, it includes practical guidance on measurement and evaluation.
• Why buy from BooksGoat? Competitive pricing with free worldwide shipping and reliable fulfillment.
• What is Counseling Research: A Practitioner-Scholar Approach used for?
  It is used to teach counseling students and practitioners how to design, interpret, and apply research in real counseling settings.
• Is this book suitable for counseling students with no research background?
  Yes, it is written in an accessible, step-by-step style specifically for beginners and counselors-in-training.
• Is this book aligned with CACREP counseling program requirements?
  Yes, it aligns well with CACREP research and assessment coursework commonly used in counseling programs.