In this invaluable text, ideal for both therapy students and practitioners, as well as those providing counselling in other related professional areas, Jane Speedy introduces and discusses a wide range of research methods based in narrative practice and life-story work, demonstrating their applicability to everyday therapeutic work. This authoritative text provides an accessible and comprehensive guide to a wide range of Counselling and Psychotherapy research methods, paying particular attention to the valuable narrative and life-story techniques.