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We aimed to explore how TR has been defined and studied in psychotherapy process research, identifying elements incorporated into its conceptualization and methodologies for its assessment. A systematic literature review was conducted across four databases using search terms related to the variables of interest (TR and the psychotherapy process). Thirty empirical studies were identified. The review revealed diverse methodologies and definitions of TR, with an emphasis on quantitative approaches. Four dimensions of TR emerged, highlighting its multidimensional nature: therapist and treatment responsiveness, relational responsiveness, and client responsiveness. Challenges in defining and assessing TR were evident, with studies often focusing on one dimension rather than embracing its complexity fully. A proposal for a \u2018gold standard\u2019 definition was presented, based on the different conceptualizations of TR mentioned in the various studies. Consolidating existing measures, developing new tools, and adopting multidimensional assessment approaches are recommended to advance our understanding of this complex construct. 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