Indian Psychology Experts Developed and Grown? Qualitative Analysis Using Modified Grounded Theory
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Vol 06 Number 2 July 2025
Michiko Ishikawa, Yasuaki Suzuki, Jiro Ogata Tokyo University of Social Welfare, Japan Hiroyuki Ikushima Former Aichi University of Education, Japan Panch . Ramalingam Pondicherry University, India MAM Sameen Southeastern University of Sri Lanka Page No:98-116
The purpose of this study is to examine and explore the trajectories of senior
psychologists in India with a focus on their reflective practices innovative contributions,
and continued professional development. It is a mixed-method case study. Data from
interviews and questionnaire surveys of 38 senior psychologists (aged 28 to 62 years)
collected using semi-structured interviews and other methods were analyzed using a
modified grounded theory approach. The results showed that in India, social change
has led to a rise in the number of psychologists in urban areas and support systems
for continuing and supporting careers have been established for psychologists. Senior
psychologists have focused on a lifelong learning process for professional growth. Senior
psychologists have also reflected on difficult cases and learned in a variety of ways,
and have sought the possibility of better support and solving social problems. Through
this process, senior psychologists appreciated the constructive changes in their clients,
and had their own humility and new confidence. They also prioritized self-care and
health in order to progress and succeed, and strived for self-acceptance