PSYCHOTHERAPY

metrics 2024

Elevating Psychotherapeutic Practices Through Research

Introduction

Psychotherapy is a prestigious journal published by the American Psychological Association, Division of Psychotherapy, dedicated to advancing the field of psychological practice and inquiry. With a solid foundation established since 1973, the journal encompasses a rich historical context while maintaining a forward-looking perspective through its convergence years extending to 2024. As evidenced by its commanding presence in the scientific community, Psychotherapy is ranked in the Q1 category for both Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry and Mental Health, reflecting its significant impact and contribution to the fields. The journal is indexed in Scopus, holding respectable ranks of #90/311 in Clinical Psychology and #217/567 in Psychiatry and Mental Health, showcasing its relevance and authority. Although not an open access publication, Psychotherapy remains an essential resource for researchers, clinicians, and students, providing cutting-edge research findings, innovative therapeutic techniques, and critical reviews that shape contemporary mental health practices. By disseminating high-quality theoretical and empirical studies, Psychotherapy plays a vital role in enhancing the understanding and efficacy of psychotherapeutic interventions.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.15
Journal Impact Factor2.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.80
H-Index93
Journal IF Without Self2.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.87
Influence1.67
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life9.80
Citing Half Life11.20
JCI0.92
Total Documents1317
WOS Total Citations3879
SCIMAGO Total Citations9181
SCIMAGO SELF Citations765
Scopus Journal Rank1.15
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.87
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.11
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.43

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Clinical Psychology in Psychology
Rank #90/311
Percentile 71.06
Quartile Q2
Psychiatry and Mental Health in Medicine
Rank #217/567
Percentile 61.73
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 57/180
Percentile 68.60
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL
Rank 57/180
Percentile 68.33
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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