Researchers examining the therapy relationship are encouraged "to study both patients' and therapists' contribution to the relationship and the ways in which these contributions combine to impact treatment outcome" (Steering Committee, 2002, p. 443). Research on the therapeutic alliance, however, is dominated by studies that examine the individual…

Reviews the mid- and later-life divorce literature in the context of two currently popular theories of divorce. Finds tentative support for the theories as they apply to mid- and later-life divorce. Gives particular reference to the need for more rigorous empirical testing of mid- and later-life divorce models. (Author/ABB)

Examined the 27 studies comprising the "Counseling Process and Outcomes" section of the 1982 "Journal of Counseling Psychology" (JCP) to identify underlying research themes. Results indicated that the social influence model was the primary representative model for the JCP's 1982 research into process and outcome. (BH)

Examines whether cognitive behavior therapy represents a legitimate or premature set of therapeutic techniques. Explores the emergent integration of cognitive and behavioral approaches to psychotherapy both historically and conceptually. Reviews sources for the trend to include cognition in behavior therapy and analyzes the cognitive-behavioristic…

Presents an interview with Everett L. Worthington, Jr., a clinical psychologist active broadly within the marriage and family counseling fields, as well as the Christian counseling movement. He sees himself as a bridge among the secular academic community, the general population, and broader religious populations. Describes his interests and…

Attachment theory has increasingly become a primary clinical focus as counselors cope with the repercussions of an insecure attachment style. Provides a brief overview of current attachment literature, an argument in favor of using attachment theory based on the possible consequences of insecure attachment, and an example of treating an…

Theoretical integration refers to the conceptual unification of diverse counseling approaches. Contends that the general failure of integrative attempts is a by-product of the modernistic epistemic context in which the systems were considered and proposes an examination of common narrative features of counseling approaches in a postmodern…

Describes ways in which Erickson's discoveries and thinking might be used by counselors, specifically describing hypnocounseling. Discusses how Ericksonian language patterns can be adapted by most counselors to their primary orientations and techniques. (Author/ABL)

Examines potential relevance of contemporary psychoanalysis to counseling theory, research, and practice. Argues contemporary psychoanalytic theorists increasingly emphasize adaptive processes and social relations. Claims contemporary psychoanalytic thought will not hold central position in counseling psychology until systematic research on…

Comments on Haley's paper "The Effect of Long-Term Outcome Studies on the Therapy of Schizophrenia." Criticizes Haley for making gratuitous, demeaning remarks about psychiatry; concluding that schizophrenia is a psychological and social problem; recommending ineffective treatments for the psychotic phase; and recommending psychotherapy without…

Discusses how concepts from fields of lifespan developmental psychology and human development could be usefully applied to career intervention. Conceptualizes career counseling as human development intervention to allow a more differentiated and comprehensive view of normative and nonnormative factors that affect career development. (Author/ABL)

Summarizes history and current status of feminist counseling and psychotherapy. Describes formation and development of feminist therapy during the 1970s, compares early commitments with aspects of change and maturation, and reviews areas of agreement and disagreement during 1980s and early 1990s. Draws on literatures of social work and psychology…

Discusses developmental-eclectic model of counseling that integrates Loevinger's theory of ego development and methods to measure ego development in counseling practice. Outlines key premises associated with process of psychological development and developmental assessment; provides overview of some fundamental aspects of Loevinger's theory of ego…

Demonstrates the compatibility of General System Theory (GST) with the traditional counseling literature in explicating a therapy group's progression through Tuckman's (1965, 1977) developmental stages (forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning). Description uses both traditional group literature and GST concepts. (Author/NB)

Differentiates codependent from contradependent behavior and defines both in an interpersonal context. Proposes model to address gender issues, diagnosis, and treatment from an emotional health perspective. Assuming codependence and contradependence are actually caused by experiences of shame and victimization, suggests that treatment of these…