Warns that counselors are sometimes disoriented by the massive variety of approaches to the helping process. Employs a developmental scheme outlined by William Perry in 1970 to interpret some of the typical cognitive transitions that can occur among counselor trainees who struggle with diversity. (Author/JAC)

Examines how women administrators make decisions in a higher education setting. Studies female administrators' ways of knowing and how these affect their decisions and leadership. The following four bases of knowledge are discussed: (1) received; (2) subjective; (3) procedural; and (4) constructed. Examines the need for reflective practice. (JS)

Illustrates the use of various means for facilitating and sustaining reflection at different levels and preparatory stages of professional practice. The following means are discussed: (1) writing; (2) journals; (3) case records; (4) contrived situations; (5) instrument feedback; (6) electronic feedback; (7) metaphor; (8) platforms; and (9)…