JOURNAL OF CONTEMPORARY PSYCHOTHERAPY

metrics 2024

Empowering Practitioners with Contemporary Knowledge

Introduction

Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy is a prestigious academic journal dedicated to exploring the evolving practices and theories in the field of psychotherapy. Published by Springer International Publishing AG, the journal has been a vital resource since its inception in 1968, showcasing works that bridge the gap between clinical psychology and psychiatry. With an impressive impact factor reflected in its Q2 ranking in both Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry and Mental Health, the journal caters to a diverse audience of researchers, practitioners, and students keen on advancing their understanding of contemporary therapeutic approaches. Though it operates under a traditional subscription model, the journal is committed to disseminating high-quality research that contributes to the ongoing dialogue in mental health treatment and practice. By focusing on innovative methods and empirical studies, Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy plays a crucial role in shaping future directions in psychotherapy and mental health care.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.73
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.80
H-Index42
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.18
Influence0.53
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life7.90
Citing Half Life6.50
JCI1.61
Total Documents711
WOS Total Citations806
SCIMAGO Total Citations2375
SCIMAGO SELF Citations169
Scopus Journal Rank0.73
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.88
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.55
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.35

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Clinical Psychology in Psychology
Rank #97/311
Percentile 68.81
Quartile Q2
Psychiatry and Mental Health in Medicine
Rank #225/567
Percentile 60.32
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 114/180
Percentile 36.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 13/180
Percentile 92.78
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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