Client-centered counseling, when applied to groups, evolved into a basic encounter, lost its uniqueness, and became indistinguishable from other process models of group counseling. (Author)

Contends that, while person-centered counseling has several characteristics that make it adaptable to working with people of different cultures, it is problematic for cross-cultural counseling because of its emphasis on the self and subjective experiences, and its reliance on client ability and willingness to verbalize feelings and experience…

Responds to previous article by Patterson in which Patterson defends Rogers' theory of psychotherapy and the traditional form in which it is practiced by many client-centered counselors. Shares Patterson's concern about the changes being advocated for client-centered counseling on the grounds that the approach is inadequate. Attempts to clarify…

Reviews William Coulson's assertions that Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow, and he initiated the humanistic education field, that Rogers repudiated his philosophy late in life, and that they owe the nation's parents an apology. Argues that these charges are groundless and provides examples and quotations from Rogers' later writings to show how Rogers…

Considers innovations to client-centered therapy that have been proposed and delineates some requirements for accepting such innovations. Contends that innovations should be consistent with the philosophy and theory of client-centered approach, should demonstrate that conditions proposed by Rogers as necessary and sufficient are not sufficient,…

Notes that client-centered counseling seems to be on the decline in United States. Attempts to explain why this decline is occurring and proposes some ways to revitalize client-centered counseling. Addresses some points made in previous article by Patterson. Notes that counselors owe it to their clients to critically review and continually develop…

Cites figures that suggest self-acceptance on the part of children with disabilities is needed in addition to special instruction designed to assist these children in their efforts to use their full potential. Suggests that conditions inherent in person-centered counseling may provide one channel through which the beginning of such self-acceptance…

Proposes that, in cross-cultural counseling, there can be synthesis of two dichotomous approaches--the culturally specific and the universal. Concludes that, within universalistic philosophical stance, there is highly specific process available to counselor. Sees client-centered therapy as therapeutic process that most effectively engages…

Surveys the literature on the person-centered approach to gauge the potential for dreamwork in therapy. Presents an approach to dreamwork founded on the construct of self-actualization. Claims that paying attention to dream material as one piece of the therapeutic puzzle can enhance the process and outcome of counseling. (EMK)

Refers to misunderstandings of client-centered theory and attempts to explain how client-centered supervision works. Notes that a client-centered supervisor sets explicit standards for student behavior and, on basis of those standards, evaluates particular behaviors of a supervisee while still relating to trainee as person worthy of respect. (NB)

Reproduces the transcript of one of Carl Rogers' filmed therapeutic sessions with Miss Mun, followed by an empirical and clinical-qualitative analysis. Five task oriented processes are examined in detail: the evocative impact of reflections of feeling; empathic affirmation as a marker of intense vulnerability; focusing reflections; working with…

Presents brainstorming dialogue with Carl Rogers which was held in January of 1987, shortly before Rogers's death. Explores basic challenges involved in a large-scale, cross-cultural application of person-centered group work in South Africa. (Author)

Presents an interview with C. H. Patterson, describing his current views on client-centered counseling. Discusses his perceptions on ways in which client-centered therapy is misunderstood, the possibility of convergences across counseling models, research on facilitative conditions, and the importance of a client-centered perspective on…

Presents case examples demonstrating interconnection between career and noncareer issues. Notes that comprehensive and intensive personal exploration is needed to uncover relatedness of seemingly disparate areas of clients' lives. Contends that when comprehensive person-oriented career counseling is done there is recognition and integration of…

Interviewed C. H. Patterson, spokesperson for client-centered therapy and for counseling itself. Discusses some of the books and articles he has written and their impact on the profession. The interview reviews Patterson's career and focuses on him as a person and as a professional. (JAC)