A study of 60 adults seeking medical care at a headache specialty clinic was conducted to provide preliminary information on levels of wellness and perceived stress in this population. Not surprisingly, overall levels of wellness and perceived stress was high compared to a norm group of adults. Implications for mental health counselors as…

Identifies various approaches to providing preparation for counselors working with older adults, including the integrated, separate course, concentration, and interdisciplinary models. Discusses advantages and disadvantages of each model of gerontological counseling. (Author/ABB)

Reviews current status of gerontological counseling specialty within counselor education. Notes that nationally endorsed competencies, certification process, and standards for specialty training in gerontological counseling have been developed and approved. Considers implementation of gerontological counseling specialty in counselor education.…

Discusses similarities and differences in counseling older persons, emphasizing importance of recognizing countertransference reactions on the part of mental health counselor when working with older clients. Presents brief review of outcome research which reflects need for all practitioners to evaluate outcomes when using the techniques discussed…

The Rule of Opposites offers a worldview that helps both the counselor and the Native-American client to recognize and resolve conflict, to ask more effective questions, to seek harmony and balance in life for greater purpose and direction, and to explore personal decision making and choices. (LSR)