Ingratiation as defined by Jones (1965; Jones and Worman, 1973) is "a class of strategic behaviors illicitly designed to influence a particular other person concerning the attractiveness of one's personal qualities." This definition of ingratiation and the connotations of unethical behavior associated with the word make the topic of ingratiation…

The ethical behavior of counselors is an issue of current importance to those in the profession. This paper briefly examines the literature in this area. While considerable descriptive research on ethical behavior exists, the conspicuous absence of any experimental methodologies and theoretically-based investigations were noted. The need for new…

This article is primarily written for beginning therapists, paraprofessionals, and interested students. The following questions are discussed: (1) Who are therapists?; (2) What do therapists do?; (3) Why do people become therapists?; and (4) What are the characteristics of "good" therapists? The continuum of therapists is examined, ranging from…

Used multiple groups (N=9) and multiple counselors (N=9) to study correlates of effectiveness in group counseling. Results indicated that both counselor and group composition variables related significantly to member interaction, to how much they valued the group, and to changes in member self-images. (RC)

Murstein's Stimulus-Value-Role theory of dyadic relationships, in which attraction depends on the exchange value of the assets and liabilities each person brings to the situation, is employed as a foundation for this review of the literature on interpersonal attraction in the counseling relationship. A three-stage model, accounting for both…

Research on rehabilitation counseling has generally focused on the roles and functions of the counselor, client attributes as moderator variables affecting counseling outcome and selected counselor traits thought necessary for the development of effective counseling techniques. After an analysis of the literature, two variables, counselor anxiety…

Documents the trend toward physical fitness as well as the role of teachers and counselors in facilitating such programs. The effects of low levels of physical functioning on counselors and teachers are illustrated by two studies. Fitness programs are not only feasible but translate directly into increased effectiveness. (JAC)

Presents a conceptual framework and explores results and implications of practicum research published from 1975-1982. Studies (N=42) were found pertaining to practicum supervision and were divided into two categories: maximizing effectiveness of the practicum experience and specific techniques in practicum supervision. Practicum supervision was…