Self-management procedures constitute a special case of intensive or N=1 research design methodology. In using self-management procedures, an individual becomes a personal scientist, investigating and altering his own behavior. Five broad self-management strategies are discussed. Self-observation involves precise monitoring of one's behavior. Controlling antecedents means changing the stimulus conditions of which one's behavior is a function. Contingencies are managed to control the consequences which influence one's behavior. New responses are acquired with observational learning procedures. Thought-programing techniques include all self-management strategies which are used covertly. Counseling applications of these strategies are explored. (Author)