A therapeutic journey?: Reflections on the effects of research on researcher and participants

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the effects of undertaking research on both participants and researcher. Design/methodology/approach – Taking an auto/ethnographic approach, the paper provides a reflexive account of the impact of research on identity construction, especially in relation to the specific areas of the accounting profession and motherhood. Findings – There are potential therapeutic effects of undertaking and participating in research. Originality/value – The paper provides an analysis of a little considered area in qualitative research, namely the effects of the research on those involved.