The treatment of men with anger problems presents significant challenges for practitioners. This article discusses a cognitive-behavioral, individual therapy, approach within the framework of three single case studies involving men. Treatment challenges and methodology are presented. Key treatment issues included: establishing a therapeutic…

Closure of the counseling relationship constitutes both an ending and a beginning. Although closure signifies the ending of the present counseling relationship, many family counselors conceptualize closure as the start of a working relationship between counselor and family that may be summoned in future times of crisis or during a difficult life…

When working with individuals who are struggling with substance abuse, counselors must clearly define for themselves their values regarding the use of substances. It is vital that counselors not allow personal issues surrounding substance abuse to influence the work they do with their clients. This paper presents several ways in which to…