The author introduces an emerging worldview that could affect counseling concepts and methods greatly in the relatively near future. The worldview, dynamicalism, incorporates essential features of modernism and postmodernism. It also incorporates cutting-edge concepts from physics and philosophy. The synthesis of these ideas provides a conceptual…

The history of Western philosophical thought has been dominated by the search for transcendent truth. As a consequence of this history, various epistemological dualisms (such as fact/value and appearance/reality) have come to structure modes of inquiry. Reliance on such dualisms has resulted in a degradation of values discourse, which, along with…

The existential approach to counseling emphasizes the activity of willing and decision, the uniqueness of the individual, the centrality of the Eigenwelt (the world of the self and the person's relation to that self), and the inadequacy of empirical knowledge in self-understanding. (Author)

Develops a synthesis of stage thinking in the light of cognitive-developmental theory as it appears in the literature of both psychology and philosophy. (Author)

D. B. Gowin's theory is used to provide a model for linking literature and philosophy to educate in such a way as to teach about values. Literature is given a philosophical context, philosophical ideas are given an experiential basis, and discussions of values are given the foundation of a theory of educating. (Author/ABB)

An acquaintance with the different philosophies of human nature is an invaluable asset for counseling. The author presents a modern Christian concept of man with emphasis on contributions of Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas and elements from modern philosophy. Its two main concerns are man's spirit and man's knowledge and will. (Author/CG)

Reviews psychological perspectives of Buddhism and the universal human problem and its subsequent cures that can be applied to interactions in a counseling relationship. Suggests that meditation techniques can be integrated into current counseling theories. (JAC)

Notes that civilization will enter new century and new millennium which, for counseling professionals, will encourage examination of philosophy and practice of mental health interventions. Shares vision that can possibly lay foundation for enlightened society that celebrates human excellence and has ingredients for sustainable future. Attempts to…

Draws on principles from chaos theory to respond to Howard's (1993) reconceptualization of free will and determinism by elaborating on his reconceptualization and distinguishing between uncaused and unpredictable actions. Sees findings from research on career alternatives pursued by women related to distinctions proposed in these models.…

This study explores the hypothesis that there is "a positive relationship between an individual's self-concept and his concept of God." The article is followed by a contrary opinion by R. B. Nordberg and by the author's rejoinder. (Author/HMV)

Over the past several decades, increased attention has been given to ethics in the preparation of counselors and psychologists. With that increase comes a number of voices calling for exposure to and integration of not only moral philosophy but other areas of philosophy to enhance understanding and provide a foundation for counseling practice. The…

Addresses the origins and trajectory of the concepts of fate, will, agency, and determinism in Asian and Greco-Roman cultures, provides an analysis of the role of these concepts in the evolution of theological doctrine, and discusses the so-called modern and postmodern trends of both glorifying and gutting the "generic" human being as an…

A short biography of a Native-American teacher and shaman, Keewaydinoquay, Woman-of-the-Northwest-Wind. Her life events illustrate how she lives out her philosophy of harmony with nature. Tries to increase multicultural awareness through a model of wisdom and balance. (Author/MKA)

This paper explores, through a developmental analysis, the elements of violent behavior that oppose personal and social growth. (Author)

No field of endeavor which touches human lives can afford to leave its philosophical presuppositions unexamined. The psychologically whole counselor lives his values as well as reflects on them. This article discusses this ongoing process of forming values as it relates to counseling. (Author/HMV)