Expert Research Supervision
Are you looking for a research supervisor to help oversee your research project? We have supervised hundreds of projects from creation to publication, from individuals, PhD students to organisations undertaking research, evaluation and audit projects. Reach out today for an initial consultation to see if we can help.
OVERVIEW
What is Research Supervision?
Research supervision is an essential part of undertaking research by having an experienced researcher and expert, either by topic, methodology or both, guide, oversee and inform your research project. It involves ongoing mentorship and guidance through regular, structured meetings, review of drafts including ethics applications and support with publication.
Research supervision also helps with ensuring data collection, analysis and reporting is accurate, compliant and correct. It involves a supportive relationship with an experienced researcher who will provide constructive feedback and developmental guidance and support.
Research Projects We Can Supervise
We can supervise research projects in the healthcare and social sciences field, using human participants and either quantitative or qualitative methods. These include:
Psychology research projects
Mental health research
Neurodiversity research
Research in psychological therapy, including process and outcomes
Research with marginalised populations and intersectionality
LGBTQ+ and transgender studies
Qualitative methodologies, including thematic analysis, IPA and grounded theory
Systematic reviews and critical literature reviews
Who is this for
We can supervise projects inside and outside of academic structures, as we bring expertise of academic standards, ethical processes and publication standards. We also supervise students at BSc, MSc, PhD, DClinPsy and DCounsPsy level as an external supervisor.
Students (BSc, MSc, PhD, doctorate)
Businesses and organisations engaging in research and development with human participants or needing literature reviews
Independent and individual researchers
Clinicians and healthcare professionals completing research, service evaluations and audits in need of supervision
Research teams needing external supervision or oversight
Doctorate in clinical psychology (DClinPsy) students
Doctorate in counselling psychology (DCounsPsy) students
Our research supervision services are suitable for:
What’s included and approach
We have a flexible approach to supervision which starts with developing a clear contract that outlines your needs, expectations and what functions we will perform for you. Supervision is developmental and supportive, not punitive or critical, and is focused on supporting both your learning and ensuring the research is excellent and ultimately publishable in tandem.
Whether you require a one-off research supervision session or an ongoing, project-long supervisor, supervision includes:
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A structured, agreed contract and agenda to focus on your project’s needs and progress monitoring using specific, agreed goals
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Support for meeting ethical standards and methodological excellence
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Support for research question creation and study design
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Support around recruitment, data collection and data management
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Guidance and support through ethics applications
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Guidance and support with data analysis
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Reflexivity support including bracketing, reflective supervision and co-coding
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Systematic literature review guidance and support including search terms, search strategy and co-rating papers
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Identifying quality tools and quality monitoring
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Support with writing up for publication and publishing
Format and costs
Our research supervision services are available online across the whole of the UK and internationally. Sessions cost £150 per meeting which is inclusive of any prep time, though there may be additional costs for reading drafts, editing, and supporting with publication, which would be agreed with you upfront. Email support is provided as part of our engagement at no extra cost.
Process for research supervision
Our process involves an initial enquiry using the form below, after which we will contact you to discuss your project, needs and how we can help. If we both agree to go ahead, we will initially produce a clear contract which agrees what we will do for you, when and for how long we will support you. We will then meet at the agreed frequency and provide supervisory oversight. We regularly seek feedback to ensure supervision is responsive and helpful.
Our research supervision projects
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Team
Meet the Experts
Dr. David King
Counselling Psychologist
DCounsPsy, HCPC Registered
Taking the step to seek psychological support can feel daunting, and finding the right person matters. I believe that meaningful support starts with genuinely understanding the person in front of you, not just the presenting problem. With over 15 years of experience across NHS and private settings, including acute inpatient hospital care, community mental health, and Children and Young People's services, I aim to offer a space that feels both clinically rigorous and genuinely welcoming. I offer psychological therapy drawing on a variety of evidenced based approaches, alongside neurodevelopmental assessments for adults, with a particular interest in ADHD and autism, delivered with a neuro-affirming approach. I hold a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, am a registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society.
Dr. Alastair Pipkin
Lead Clinical Psychologist
DClinPsy, HCPC Registered, AFHEA, Dip. Strategic Management and Leadersip
Dr. Pipkin is a registered clinical psychologist, fully accredited cognitive behavioural therapist with the BABCP, an associate fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and a registered specialist in the field of gender dysphoria with the UK Equalities Office.
He is an experienced diagnostic assessor of autism, ADHD, gender dysphoria and the range of mental health difficulties. He is also an experienced academic, published researcher and experienced consultant and supervisor for students up to doctorate level.
He leads Unlock Psychology Ltd, overseeing the clinical, academic and research services provided. Dr. Pipkin provides diagnostic assessments, academic and research services.
Dr. Faisal Mir
Clinical Psychologist
DClinPsy, HCPC Registered
Dr Faisal Mir is a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist offering detailed and in-depth psychological assessments of people of all ages. He currently works in independent practice and is based in Birmingham. He has been working as a Clinical Psychologist since 2009 assessing and treating mainly adults with mild, moderate, and severe psychological difficulties.
Dr Mir provides a range of psychological services including:
Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessments – such as intelligence testing, cognitive and capacity assessments, and personality assessments.
Assessments of autism (ADI-R and ADOS-2) and ADHD.
Psychological therapies including CBT (Cognitive behaviour therapy), REBT (Rational emotive behaviour therapy), Schema therapy, Compassion focussed therapy, EMDR (Eye movement desensitisation reprocessing), and ACT (Acceptance and commitment therapy).
He has also worked extensively in the legal field, preparing specialist reports for Civil, Family, and Employment Courts. Also, immigration tribunals. This has been to assess mental health difficulties for people involved in personal injury, medical negligence, data breach, and housing disrepair claims. Moreover, this has also included carrying out cognitive and capacity assessments, psychological assessments of complex trauma, and treatment recommendations.
Dr. Claire Wiles
Clinical Psychologist
DClinPsy, HCPC Registered
Dr Akpevwoghene Claire Wiles is a clinical psychologist who specialises in working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties, including individuals with complex emotional and relational needs, personality disorders and complex trauma. She also has an interest in working with individuals who identify as part of the global majority.
Claire’s therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and integrative. She can draw upon different models, and she primarily draws upon attachment theory, cognitive-behavioural, cognitive-analytic, and mentalisation-based therapy.
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Fair pricing.
Good communication before, during, and after interview, including checking for intention, being clear on needed information, and precision of wording on report.
Positive experience that fulfilled expected purpose."
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Clients Say
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