The different responses of introverts and extraverts to two types of helper nonverbal attending were examined. Subjects were 26 introverts and 26 extraverts, as defined by Eysenck and Eysenck's questionnaire. Introverts rated the listener higher than did extraverts, independent of his posture. (Author)

This study examines differences in the perceptions of 200 college students toward Carkhuff-defined facilitative conditions as a treatment, and a specific behavioral treatment, assertive training. Ratings indicated the behavioral-treatment counselor was seen as more expert and appealing than the facilitative-conditions counselor. (Author)

Does the counselor with teaching experience perform more satisfactorily than the counselor without such a background? To learn more about this issue, the authors conducted a study to determine whether principals rated counselors with and without the experience any differently. (Editor)

Reviews dimensions of quality and ways of assessing these in counseling settings, with particular emphasis on the development of ongoing programs of quality improvement. Programs are described as mechanisms for science-practice integration within counseling settings, providing decision-support tools for triage, treatment planning, and the…

Describes a process of feedback in which a supervisor challenges a trainee's point of view regarding some aspect of the trainee by pointing out strengths which that individual may not be aware of. It is suggested that the process should help counselor trainees identify and use their strengths more fully. (RJM)

A metanalysis of studies showed that ethnic minorities prefer ethnically similar counselors; however, these preferences were influenced by the cultural affiliation of the participants and the research methods used. More precise methods need to be developed to determine the degree to which ethnic minorities' preferences for ethnically-similar…

Describes a framework for the comprehensive evaluation of counseling programs and functions within the community colleges. Suggests that such a framework helps counselors clearly show their contributions to the community college and the students they serve. Includes evaluative results using the framework, highlighting the value of counselors as…

Conducted factor analytic investigation of Counselor Rating Form, Counselor Rating Form-Short Form, and Counselor Effectiveness Rating Scale (CERS) using data from 160 undergraduate students. Analysis revealed two oblique factors (expertness and attractiveness-trustworthiness), whereas CERS produced single, global evaluative factor. Oblique…

Examined the internal consistency and factor structure of the Group Counselor Behavior Rating Form. Findings from 140 graduate students suggest a relatively high degree of internal consistency. Four factors (interventions, facilitative conditions, application of theory, and professionalism) were identified that accounted for 58.9 percent of the…

Examined effects of counselor's fee level and title on perceptions of counselor behavior by female undergraduates (n=60). Results indicated fee level significantly affected perceptions of counselor credibility, attractiveness, expertness, and overall counselor behavior; title had no effect. (Author/ABL)

The reflecting team has been a respected mode of therapeutic intervention since psychiatrist Tom Anderson first proposed the concept in 1985 (Anderson, 1991). The notion of a team observing the therapist conducting a session, the reflecting team reflecting on the session in the presence of the client (either behind a one-way mirror or in person),…

The main purpose of this study is to present the construction and validation process of an instrument designed to evaluate the professional skills of the school psychologist in the teacher consultation process. Initially, an extensive list of items was created which evaluated the characteristics of school psychologists in this area. After carrying…

This study investigated questions raised by previous research by Barak and LaCrosse regarding perceptions of counselor behavior. Different groups of subjects viewed interviews and rated them on 36 bipolar items (Counselor Rating Form). Results indicated that the perceived dimensions were reliable as measured by the Counselor Rating Form. (Author)

This article takes a look into the future regarding counselor recertification. The authors discuss some of the complications of the recertification process and propose some techniques for evaluating pupil personnel workers. (HMV)

Biases which may affect counseling relationship have been found among rehabilitation personnel. The hiring of counselors from various minority groups is recommended as an interim solution. (Author/EK)