Notes that an integrated use of different therapeutic modalities promotes the most effective and efficient therapy of patients. (Author/AM)

Use of a modified Lamaze approach to childbirth has been successful in reducing pain due to menstrual cramps. (MJB)

Examined whether efficacy of psychotherapy is enhanced when clients are required to pay for treatment by comparing patients who paid for treatment with those whose payments were covered by a grant. Results revealed no reliable difference in outcomes of clients who paid and those who did not. (Author/NB)

Examined ability of 40 psychotherapists to diagnose premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Developed two case vignettes identical except for symptoms being cyclical in one and noncyclical in other. Psychotherapists made diagnosis and selected treatment. Most respondents could distinguish PMS from non-PMS case on cyclical versus noncyclical feature.…

Discusses the relationship of the symbolic content of dreams to the theory of the dream in psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy. Points out that the utility of the dream depends upon the techniques of the therapist and not on the validity of the underlying theory of the dream. (LLL)

Argues for a dialectical tension between critical, psychological theory, and the practice of psychotherapy. Faults the development of the counseling movement and finds, in the philosophical categories offered in the pragmatism of William James, ground for both critical theorizing and therapeutic pursuits. (Author/JAC)

Examines some of the values in Perls's theory of psychotherapy, which his Gestalt Prayer epitomizes. Argues that at least five of the major value claims presupposed by his psychotherapeutic theory and practice are in fact dangerous half-truths. (JAC)

A retired librarian describes how she and a volunteer worker in a psychiatric agency manage a mini-library, consisting mostly of reprints and specially selected books and journals in the field of psychotherapy. (Authors)

Little relationship was found between measures of therapist orientation and patient experience for the total sample. However, when patients were separated into more homogeneous diagnostic groups, some significant relationships emerged. The element of therapist orientation which had most impact on patient experience was therapists' acknowledgement…

Faces the development of group psychotherapy in the normal range of the population, highlighting certain significant psychological, social, and educational factors. Emphasizes the impetus behind forms of group therapy (t-groups, encounter groups, self-awareness groups, growth groups) associated with the human potential movement. Surveys pertinent…

Presents an interview with Dr. Bradford Keeney, an internationally acclaimed teacher of psychotherapy and cultural healing practices who has spent three decades studying diverse healing cultures throughout the world. (Contains 10 references.) (GCP)

Argues for the addition of imagery techniques in the mental health counselor's therapeutic repertoire. Reviews historical, theoretical, and clinical perspectives. Presents case study with transcript to illustrate general guidelines for introducing imagery and to demonstrate the potential affective and cognitive material evoked by imagery…

Describes ways in which a spiritual approach can contribute to the modern applied science of behavior change. Divides approach into three areas: conception of human nature, moral frame of reference, and set of techniques. Discusses and demonstrates the transitional person technique. (Author/BH)