Proposes a three-phased model of psychotherapy that entails progressive improvement of subjectively experienced well-being, reduction in symptomatology, and enhancement of functioning. A study suggests that improvement in well-being precedes and is probabilistically necessary for reduction in symptomatic distress and that symptomatic improvement…

High, and low, social-connectedness scores were related to measures of anxiety, self-esteem, and social identity. Study 1 (N=185) used college women who presented with anxiety symptoms; Study 2 (N=44) was a follow-up study of connectedness in social situations. Results are presented and discussed in relation to therapy options. (Author/EMK)

Neil Jacobson is a leader in research-based efforts to improve behavioral couples therapy. This interview focuses on his professional journey toward an integrative model, as well as his thoughts about the future directions of behavioral therapy and family counseling. The integrative-couples therapy model is described and discussed. (Author/EMK)

Transpersonal group psychotherapy is a carpet of theory, technique, and experiences woven from threads of contemporary psychology, mysticism, and a perennial philosophy many centuries old. Introduces the basic concepts of transpersonal group psychotherapy, proposes a model of transpersonal group psychotherapy, discusses the training of…

Describes a dream work focus for six-week growth groups. Procedures for working with members' dreams are examined in relation to group process and group development. Ethical considerations, cautions, and potential use of dream work as an intervention in other kinds of groups are discussed. (Author/GCP)

Articulates a model of children's cognition as creative healing. Outlines presuppositions of Piagetian Theory of children's cognition, and poses an alternative set of premises and techniques for therapy with children in which children spontaneously access unconscious resources. Offers case examples discussing children's interpretation of…

Demonstrates that poetry is a valuable tool in individual and couples therapy; specifically, that the Bowen Family Systems Theory and attachment theory are useful paradigms for including poetry. Offers several case examples demonstrating the usefulness of poetry within a therapist's practice model. (SR)

Applies meta-analysis to school-based outcome studies of counseling and psychotherapy within a 10-year period. Results support the effectiveness of school-based therapeutic interventions, although this conclusion is offered with some caution. Findings apply almost exclusively to group interventions. Discusses implication for practice and…

C. R. Rogers' approach is examined in the context of person-centered theories of personality and counseling. Identifies similarities between Rogers' thinking and W. Reich's theories in body-oriented psychotherapy. Discusses film-recorded interview conducted by Rogers, which demonstrates his body-centered approach. (Author/JDM)

Examines the British fairy tale "The Buried Moon" from a Jungian perspective, discussing how it can provide inspiration, and a reminder of the renewal of dark times for caregivers, healing professionals, and the clients they serve. Offers a brief case study to illustrate this. (SR)

Reports on the use of storytelling with chronically mentally ill, hard-to-treat individuals in a maximum-security hospitalization setting. Describes briefly the use of several fairy tales, and notes their usefulness in group as well as individual therapy. (SR)

Defines and gives historical background concerning the process-experiential approach to counseling. Describes a model for training counselors in this approach and discusses the difficulties that need to be dealt with during training, along with the merits of this model for counselor education. (MKA)

Presents research ideas for further study of the role of multicultural counseling competencies in counseling and psychotherapy. Research recommendations revolve around the ideas of including the client in the assessment of counselors' multicultural counseling competencies and of studying counselors' multicultural counseling competencies in…

Considers Poznanski and McLennan's (1995) discussion and proposals for measurement of theoretical orientation in light of recent interest in psychotherapy integration. Presents suggestions to allow better assessment of the orientation of counselors who espouse integrative theories or technical eclecticism. (JPS)

Effective psychologists and school leaders know how to manage conversations to help clients or stakeholders move toward solutions. This article presents the assumptions of solution-focused brief therapy in a school leadership context. Key components are focusing on solutions, finding exceptions, identifying changes, starting small, listening to…