Presents arguments in support of the definition of counseling psychology as a discipline. Examines the history of disciplines, the process fields of study move through in becoming disciplines, the status of counseling psychology, and the domain of psychological knowledge included in the discipline of counseling psychology. (JAC)

Urges more dialog between and integration of feminist and family systems theories in order to expand clinicians' flexibility and effectiveness. Considers points of conceptual and pragmatic convergence as well as divergence between the two perspectives. Highlights issues for development of a structural/strategic family systems model. (RC)

Impression management refers to the concept that people engaged in interaction will attempt to control the image of themselves that others form. This provides a foundation for social interaction, giving others information about who we are and what to expect from us. A central concern of impression management is the manner in which we are evaluated…