Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy is devoted to advancing the science and clinical practice of cognitive-behavior therapy.

This includes a range of interventions including cognitive therapy, rational-emotive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness approaches.

The journal publishes empirical papers, including case studies, along with review articles, papers that integrate cognitive-behavior therapy with other systems, and practical "how to" articles.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	0.60

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	13994

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	61

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.392

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

h-index

Year	Value
2024	58

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine and Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Self-Efficacy: The Exercise of Control

  Citation: 1118

  Authors: Albert, W. H., Richard

• Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention for Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders

  Citation: 346

  Authors: Katie, G. Alan, Denise

• Conceptual Foundations of the Transdiagnostic Approach to CBT

  Citation: 256

  Authors: Warren, Allison, Ed, Roz

• Efficacy of Transdiagnostic Treatments: A Review of Published Outcome Studies and Future Research Directions

  Citation: 247

  Authors: Peter M., Paula, Peter J.

• Career Counseling in the Postmodern Era

  Citation: 202

  Authors: Mark L.

• Treating Anxiety With Mindfulness: An Open Trial of Mindfulness Training for Anxious Children

  Citation: 193

  Authors: Randye J., Elizabeth F. G., Lisa

• Rumination, Depression, and Alcohol Use: Tests of Gender Differences

  Citation: 186

  Authors: Susan, Zaje A.

• Psychological Functioning in a Sample of Long-Term Practitioners of Mindfulness Meditation

  Citation: 171

  Authors: Emily L. B., Ruth A.

• Self-Criticism and Self-Warmth: An Imagery Study Exploring Their Relation to Depression

  Citation: 165

  Authors: Paul, Mark W., Chris, Jodene R., Michelle

• Do Mindfulness Meditation Participants Do Their Homework? And Does It Make a Difference? A Review of the Empirical Evidence

  Citation: 165

  Authors: Lisa Christine, Tony, Jonathan N., Linda, Jenny Jing

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