Counseling orientations are redescribed in terms of the relative importance they place on knowing. This epistemological redescription results in a reconsideration of the role of humanism. Specifically, rather than a treatment orientation, the author argues that humanism should be considered a moral imperative. Implications of this conclusion for…

The Northwest Frontier Addiction Technology Transfer Center surveyed addiction educators, providers and policy makers in Northwest states and Hawaii to define teaching resources and barriers in the teaching of evidence-based practices for the preparation of addiction professionals. The top three teaching resource needs were example student…

Race-based traumatic stress has been studied in the literature under various names including but not limited to insidious trauma, intergenerational trauma, racist incident-based trauma, psychological trauma, and racism. This article reviews and analyzes R. T. Carter's article in this issue. The author underscores and reacts to the trauma of racism…

Recent empirical studies of actual research practice demonstrate that general linear models, such as regression, have become increasingly popular. The present paper explores issues related to the interpretation of regression results, with illustrations drawn from studies in the counseling psychology literature. The primary focus of this paper is…

The application of psychological testing is largely an attempt to derive probabilistic statements regarding the likelihood of occurrence of client states, choice outcomes, situational antecedents, and behavioral outcomes. Counseling psychologists share with others the occupational requirement of having to deal with uncertainty in test results and…

This short work lists 12 needs and recommendations for the future of school counseling. The list is as follows: (1) Need for a developmental curriculum of counseling; (2) Need for professional development for experienced counselors; (3) Need for counselors to practice effective program development, management, accountability, research, and…

Offers reflections on a new type of qualitative research: consensual qualitative research (CQR). Argues that consensus processes and judgments are inherent in the understanding of any form of research practice. Discusses normative understanding of research practice, locates CQR in existing research traditions, and judges the value of CQR practice.…

Analyzed the lyrics of the 100 most popular songs in America from the 1950s to the 1980s to assess their value themes. Extracted nine value themes: romantic love, celebration, humanitarianism, antiestablishmentarianism, friendship, patriotism, narcissism, self-esteem, and nostalgia. Romantic love, particularly that of "innocent" young…

Reviews literature on disenfranchised grief (grief not openly acknowledged) and examines problems inherent in the resolution process. The absence both of social recognition and of support were identified as key components. A framework for recognizing disenfranchised grief issues and strategies for facilitating a healthy recovery are offered. (RJM)

The Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) is an appropriate assessment tool for adolescent clients at least 12 years old. Theoretical principles of the TAT are discussed. Rationales and protocols for administration are presented. The TAT is favorably reviewed, although it is noted that there is a need for additional research to further demonstrate its…

Explores the relationship between womanist identity and racial identity development. Measured the racial identity and womanist identity attitudes of 214 women. Results showed a significant relation between the two for black women. No such relationship emerged for white women, which may indicate a process more structurally consistent for black…

Counseling psychologists working in a variety of settings were surveyed about the effects and modifiability of unrealistic client expectations about counseling. Responses indicate that clients' unrealistic expectations generally have a detrimental effect on counseling and are difficult to modify. (LKS)

Presents an interview with Janet Helms, scholar, researcher, and mentor in multicultural counseling and psychology. In the interview, Dr. Helms reflects on her educational and professional development and addresses multiculturalism in the counseling field. (Author/CH)

Describes a dream work focus for six-week growth groups. Procedures for working with members' dreams are examined in relation to group process and group development. Ethical considerations, cautions, and potential use of dream work as an intervention in other kinds of groups are discussed. (Author/GCP)

Articulates a model of children's cognition as creative healing. Outlines presuppositions of Piagetian Theory of children's cognition, and poses an alternative set of premises and techniques for therapy with children in which children spontaneously access unconscious resources. Offers case examples discussing children's interpretation of…