Lemberger (2012) argues that the author (Hansen, 2012) has no basis for recommending differential weightings or priorities to humanism and science, because those ideologies are only meaningful as they are subjectively interpreted within the counseling encounter. The author responds that their positions are completely compatible, but his focus was…

This article offers additional support for Hansen's (2012) position that humanism and a renewed respect for human complexity are essential to counseling. In the article, the author also speaks to the critical importance of continuing to ground the profession in art and science. Implications for the future of humanism and counseling are presented.

Nicholas Colangelo is the Myron and Jacqueline Blank Professor of Gifted Education at the University of Iowa. He also is director of the Connie Belin and Jacqueline N. Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development. He is author of numerous articles on counseling gifted students and the affective development of the gifted.…

Describes film's format, setting, and design. Suggests that film's value is dependent upon counseling orientation of viewer. Discusses merits of included study guide. Describes it as "invaluable for comparison." Describes advantages and disadvantages of chosen format. Suggests instructional techniques to aid in presenting film to…

Argues that efforts toward consciousness raising and fundamental changes in professional training programs are necessary for secular psychotherapists to become more empathic and competent in treating religiously committed clients. Offers recommendations for counselor educators and mental health service providers. Lists 16 related books and…

This interview highlights the career and rich professional influence of Samuel T. Gladding, a prolific writer and educator who was listed in the top 1% of contributors to the Journal of Counseling & Development between 1978 and 1993. This interview was conducted shortly after he began his 2004-2005 term as president of the American Counseling…

The complex interpersonal process that makes up counseling includes dimensions of interviewing skill, assessing the present concerns of the client, understanding dynamics of behavior and change, and the employment of a repertoire of techniques and appropriate interventions. This complexity requires integration, either explicitly in a theoretical…

Describes the growing presence of religion in American society. Outlines how religious issues can be used in counseling settings utilizing place, personhood, and philosophy. Includes 17 references. (CRR)

Analyzes current status of counseling psychology from perspective of Freudian, drive-structure theory. Argues that counseling psychology has committed classical response to oedipal conflict in its treatment of counselor education by identifying with aggressor (psychiatry and clinical psychology). Recommends more unified relationship between…

Discusses the role of technique and technology in psychological counseling. Argues that the distinction between "knowing that" and "knowing how" is an important one in professional training. Techniques are necessary codifications of more basic, abstract development. The counseling apprentice and supervisor should relegate technique and technical…

Discusses the school counselor's role in relation to special education programs, emphasizing historical and training perspectives. Emerging roles and future directions are described. (BL)

One explanation for the argument that tests contribute little to the counseling process, may be that counselor training has focused on technical aspects of testing rather than application. Principles and procedures to follow in interpreting tests are explored, including counselor and client preparation, delivery, and follow-up of the…

The history of dream analysis and interpretation is presented to provide additional background for practitioners interested in dream analysis. (Author)

Focuses on impact that emerged from combined resources of counseling center/psychology department/dean of students office at Colorado State University (CSU) during late 1960s and early 1970s when CSU was site of significant innovations in counseling field. Briefly chronicles history, identifies key participants, and highlights factors that…

Notes that University of Missouri at Columbia has been major training ground in counseling psychology for more than 40 years. Explores its development and influence on the field through use of historical archives and comments from faculty, graduates, and American Psychological Association site visit reports. (Author/NB)