Claims that the use of Kokeshi dolls--a small limbless cylindrical wooden doll from Japan--allows counseling supervisees to focus on conceptualizations, personalization, and process skills. Uses a case study to illustrate how these dolls can enhance supervision, allowing trainees to become actively involved in the supervision process. (RJM)

In order to facilitate a synergistic relationship to the community, the Center for Human Development was established at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. The major purpose of the Center was to initiate adjunct professional experiences to assist the training of graduate students in counseling and guidance. Results are discussed. (Author)

Presents three cases designed to generate discussion among trainees of system-based hypotheses in family counseling. The cases involve key concepts that tend to emerge within initial interviews. Important system ideas are presented for each case, and follow-up information is provided which identifies the famous people used in these cases. (RJM)

A sample of student personnel practitioners was surveyed to determine training program objectives necessary to effectively equip master's students with entry-level competencies. Practical acquisition of skills, competencies in human relations, leadership and creative abilities, and the role of a change agent were most prominent among the…

Trainees who were attracted to their supervisors were rated as more effective by supervisors, although attraction was not related to clients' perceptions of outcome. A direct style of supervision was related to trainee effectiveness, but on only one of three measures of the dependent variable. (Author)

In the proposed integrative competence-based counselor education model, the four major areas of counselor training are defined as theory education, skills training, experiential activity, and practicum experience. Each area has specific objectives, possible courses, appropriate methodologies, and directions for evaluation which are discussed.…