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Substance Abuse Treatment: Substance Abuse Counselors' Belief Systems And How These Beliefs Impact Treatment, Ann Crabb
Dissertations
The treatment of substance abuse is an anomaly within the mental health field. Historically, the treatment of addicted people has relied more on the personal experiences of those who have recovered than empirical findings (Shaffer, 1987). The founding of Alcoholics Anonymous sparked the creation of a belief system regarding substance abuse and recovery that, despite contradictory research findings, remains strong today (McElrath, 1997). This study was conducted to explore the belief systems of both recovering and nonrecovering substance abuse counselors today to determine what their beliefs are, how these beliefs were formed, and whether their belief system has changed over …
Factors Predicting Distress At Marital Therapy Onset, Joseph J.H. Horak
Factors Predicting Distress At Marital Therapy Onset, Joseph J.H. Horak
Dissertations
Higher levels of distress at marital therapy onset predict poorer treatment outcomes in several studies. This study selected nine variables to determine their ability to predict distress at marital therapy onset. The first two predictor variables, shame (measured by the Internalized Shame Scale; Cook, 2000) and expressive atmosphere in the family of origin (measured by the Family of Origin Expressive Atmosphere Scale; Yelsma, Hovestadt, Anderson, & Nilsson, 2000), were chosen from the literature and studies that considered these variables to be related to marital distress. The remaining seven sociodemographic predictor variables—(1) parental divorce as a child, (2) pregnancy before marriage, …
A Study Of The Counseling Practices Of Wesleyan Pastors, Kurt A. Stevens
A Study Of The Counseling Practices Of Wesleyan Pastors, Kurt A. Stevens
Dissertations
Little is known about the counseling practices of Wesleyan ministers. The primary goal of this study was to provide a detailed description of what pastoral counseling consists of for Wesleyan pastors. The study examined the most common and most troubling counseling issues, the extent to which pastors felt qualified and comfortable providing pastoral counseling, the ability of pastors to counsel parishioners presenting with various issues (e.g., divorce, death, abuse, parenting), the timing of referrals and to whom referred, the number of parishioners currently counseling, the location and time of counseling sessions, and the number of counseling courses taken and perceived …
Ce 611 Syllabus: Development Over The Lifespan, Mary Fawcett
Ce 611 Syllabus: Development Over The Lifespan, Mary Fawcett
Counselor Education Syllabi
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of perspectives on the normal development of children, adolescents and adults. Major theories, issues, eras, and trends in lifespan development will be addressed.
Ce 633 Syllabus: Ethical Practice And Social Action, Nicholas Ruiz
Ce 633 Syllabus: Ethical Practice And Social Action, Nicholas Ruiz
Counselor Education Syllabi
1. To explore ethical, legal, and professional issues relevant to individual and group counseling, and other specific counseling areas: e.g., multicultural counseling, counseling with older adults, psychological testing, etc. 2. To develop a model for making ethical decisions. 3. To continue to develop one's professional identity and development. 4. To examine the nature of the therapeutic relationship. 5. To examine the roles and responsibilities of counselors as mental health professionals and agents of social change. 6. To examine the influence of the social context on human development. 7. To become aware of client empowerment, advocacy, and social change as potential …
Ce 615 Syllabus: Group Theory And Practice, Winona State University
Ce 615 Syllabus: Group Theory And Practice, Winona State University
Counselor Education Syllabi
In this course students are introduced to the theory and practice of group counseling. The course will provide students with an academic/theoretical overview of groups and group work as well as the opportunity to develop group leadership skills through applied experiential learning activities.
Ce 622 Syllabus: Family Systems Counseling, Winona State University
Ce 622 Syllabus: Family Systems Counseling, Winona State University
Counselor Education Syllabi
This course introduces students to the theory, assessment techniques, and intervention strategies used in the practice of family systems counseling. The focus of the course will be on building a theoretical base for understanding and applying family systems counseling strategies and techniques. Didactic and experiential learnin
Ce 645 Syllabus: School Counseling Practice, Winona State University
Ce 645 Syllabus: School Counseling Practice, Winona State University
Counselor Education Syllabi
This course addresses important conceptual and practical issues of effective school counseling practice, with an emphasis on the critical importance of proactive, primary prevention applications which positively impact student development. Developmental guidance curriculum, consultation, advocacy, and resiliency concepts will be presented.
Ce 658 Syllabus: Microskills, Winona State University
Ce 658 Syllabus: Microskills, Winona State University
Counselor Education Syllabi
This is a practice course that provides a systematic approach to developing basic counseling skills. Students will have the opportunity to practice microskills (e.g. rapport building, attending, paraphrasing, reflecting feeling and meaning, interpretation, modeling, role playing, etc.) on a weekly basis.
Ce 660 Syllabus: Counseling Theory And Practice, Mary Fawcett
Ce 660 Syllabus: Counseling Theory And Practice, Mary Fawcett
Counselor Education Syllabi
In this course the student explores a wide variety of personality theoiy, counseling techniques and theories, including experimentation in simulated situations, to identify an effective personal style of counseling.
Ce 690 Syllabus: Counseling Internship, Winona State University
Ce 690 Syllabus: Counseling Internship, Winona State University
Counselor Education Syllabi
The principal objective of the internship is to provide an opportunity for integration of knowledge and skills in a relevant setting. Applying theory and counseling skills under competent supervision enables students to make the necessary transition from graduate school to the actual work setting. When the transition is made with adequate supervision, students gain competence and confidence in the delivery of counseling services. The reality of the internship setting provides the necessary bridge between training and professional competence.
Ce 695 Syllabus: Capstone Project, Winona State University
Ce 695 Syllabus: Capstone Project, Winona State University
Counselor Education Syllabi
This course provides Counselor :Education students with the opportunity to integrate a professional portfolio of representative student accomplishments, including a major capstone project paper. It serves as a transition from the role of student to that of professional. G
Ce 680 Syllabus: Individual Counseling Practicum, Colin Ward
Ce 680 Syllabus: Individual Counseling Practicum, Colin Ward
Counselor Education Syllabi
To enhance the counseling skills and conceptualization processes acquired through direct counseling experience, supervision, and classroom interaction. The course is designed to prepare counselors for the upcoming internship experience and development as independent professional counselors. The evidence provided through the quality of the course requirements, demonstration of maturity, personal insight and professional presentation as appropriate to the counseling profession, will detennine the course grade.
Ce 601 Syllabus: Foundations Of Counseling, Gaylia J. Borror
Ce 601 Syllabus: Foundations Of Counseling, Gaylia J. Borror
Counselor Education Syllabi
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the profession of counseling. Through scholarly research and writing, student will examine the role and function of counselors in a variety of professional settings. Contemporary issues in the field of counseling will be addressed throughout the course. The primary purpose of the course, however, is to provide students with the opportunity to learn and practice the basic skills of helping.
Ce 650 Syllabus: Diagnosis And Treatment Planning, Thomas L. Diana
Ce 650 Syllabus: Diagnosis And Treatment Planning, Thomas L. Diana
Counselor Education Syllabi
Understand the classification system used in the diagnosis of mental disorders. Understand the diagnostic criteria for each of the categories of mental disorders. Gain familiarity with interview and testing techniques used to determine diagnoses. Demonstrate the ability to make differential diagnoses. Demonstrate the ability to formulate an effective treatment plan for the various mental disorders.
Ce 625 Syllabus: Career Development And Appraisal, Gaylia J. Borror
Ce 625 Syllabus: Career Development And Appraisal, Gaylia J. Borror
Counselor Education Syllabi
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to career counseling as it relates to the work of counselors in school and community counseling settings. The course will focus on developing a knowledge base and skillfully utilizing that knowledge in applied situations. The following areas will be emphasized throughout the course: 1) career counseling theory, 2) career counseling stages and techniques, 3) career Information systems, 4) computer assisted technology employed in career counseling, 5) career assessment tools and techniques, 6) school to work as it relates to career counseling, 7) meeting the needs of culturally diverse people and other …
Ce 635 Syllabus: Orientation To School Counseling, Colin Ward
Ce 635 Syllabus: Orientation To School Counseling, Colin Ward
Counselor Education Syllabi
Elements of a guidance counselor's work in a public school setting include (a) developing and implementing a comprehensive guidance and counseling program with emphasis on a balance of responsive services, systems support, individual planning, and guidance curriculum; (6) legal and ethical considerations; (c) class scheduling and placement; (d) research and follow-up; and (e) the curriculum development function. The purpose of this course, therefore, is to introduce prospective school guidance counselors to a model for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive guidance and counseling program.
Personal Growth Groups For Therapists, Vicky A. Knapp
Personal Growth Groups For Therapists, Vicky A. Knapp
Graduate Research Papers
Since the birth of psychotherapy, the need for therapists to attend to their own personal healing and growth has been recognized. This tradition of personal therapy has been incorporated into many current programs that train therapists/helpers in this country. Freud and a large number of subsequent practitioners have also advocated periodic or ongoing personal therapy throughout the therapist's career span. Self-exploration groups can be an excellent means to keep helpers in touch with their humanness, to further their personal and professional growth, and to reduce toxic consequences of practicing therapy.
Ce 612 Syllabus: Adult Development, Nicholas Ruiz
Ce 612 Syllabus: Adult Development, Nicholas Ruiz
Counselor Education Syllabi
The purpose of the course is to promote students' thinking and learning about adults' ongoing growth, adaptation, and change throughout the life span. Major theories, issues, eras, and trends in adult development will be addressed.
Ce 640 Syllabus: Orientation To Community Counseling, Mary Fawcett
Ce 640 Syllabus: Orientation To Community Counseling, Mary Fawcett
Counselor Education Syllabi
This course will familiarize the beginning counseling student with the history, ethical issues, counseling issues and philosophy of the community counseling professions. Elemental topics will be hwnan development theory, asessment tools and process, prever.:ion and intervention, the counseling process, and counseling practice in colleges and in tJ1e community. Additional topics will be covered: case management, public relations, employee assistance counseling, crisis intervention, developmental counseling, research, ethics, and professional development, supervision roles and treatment service as well as the role and function of a counselor.
Ce 610 Syllabus: Child Adolescent Development, Mary Fawcett
Ce 610 Syllabus: Child Adolescent Development, Mary Fawcett
Counselor Education Syllabi
The purpose of the course is to provide an overview of perspectives on the normal development of children and adolescent
Ce 534 Syllabus: Human Relations, Gaylia J. Borror
Ce 534 Syllabus: Human Relations, Gaylia J. Borror
Counselor Education Syllabi
The purpose of this course is to: (I) promote student growth and development through the learning and practice of basic communication and helping skills. (2) study cultural diversi��· as it relates to human relations and communications. (3) ex.unine gender and sexual orientation in tenns of hwnan relations and communications. and ( 4) address human relations and communications as related to special populations (persons with disabilities. older adults. economically disadvantaged individuals. children. ets.)
Ce 620 Syllabus: Tests, Measurements, And Research Design, Nicholas Ruiz
Ce 620 Syllabus: Tests, Measurements, And Research Design, Nicholas Ruiz
Counselor Education Syllabi
To review elementary statistical concepts and procedures and their applications in the construction and interpretation of psychological tests and meaning of scores on psychological tests and to be able to read and understand research articles in testing and other areas. 2. To become familiar with the main concepts in the area of measurement (e.g., scaling, reliability, and validity), methods of determining them, and the implications of measurement theory for research and program evaluation. 3. To become familiar with experimental and quasi-experimental design and their applications to research design and program evaluation. Research design models will include both quantitative and qualitative …