Rodrigo Ponces Coelho is a Ph.D. researcher at APPsyCI- Applied Psychology Research Center Capabilities & Inclusion, specializing in the relationship between psychotherapy research and its pratical implementation. His research centers around the potential impact of qualitative and mixed-method approaches in dissecting the intricate dynamics of psychotherapist training and development. Rodrigo is focused on understanding the underestimated elements of psychotherapists' daily professional learning and training routines, emphasizing the translation of theoretical knowledge into clinical practice and the practicality of newly introduced methods of development such as deliberate practice. His research endeavors to merge academic insights with real-world professional growth, introducing novel strategies to augment psychotherapy efficacy by deepening the comprehension of educational and applicative processes. This research has initiated a collaborative project with global training associations, to examine and refine the practical aspects of psychotherapists' training.