A Ten-Year Scoping Review of Qualitative Research on Online Psychoeducational, Counseling, and Therapy Groups

This scoping review aimed to determine the extent of qualitative research focused on online psychoeducational, counseling, and therapy groups published between 2014 and 2024, identify publication trends, and characterize the groups and populations served by the groups. It utilized the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) checklist, a systematic search in the PsychINFO and Google Scholar databases, and study selection based on preset inclusion criteria. Ultimately, 18 studies were included. Data were charted on a review question-based matrix, which revealed novel trends in publication, study design, and group characteristics. Implications for future review and research are provided.