Essays and Research Papers on Counseling & Therapies

8 pages in length. Reaction to critical incidents, such as tragedies, deaths, serious injuries, hostage and/or threatening situations, require the human being to respond in a way that intensifies the inherent manifestations of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). When one considers the extent to which war veterans endured the unspeakable atrocities of armed ...

A 5 page assertion that there are a number of cultural variables which affect the counseling environment. Many aspects of counseling which are taken for granted with the mainstream predominantly white population become more complex when multicultural issues are introduced. Counseling techniques can become particularly complex in the case of traditional cultures and ...

A six page paper which looks at the concept of systemic thinking and the various ways it can be applied by social workers and therapists within the context of family relationships, in terms of establishing a dialogue through which conflict can be resolved and individual autonomy established.

Feminist theory as it is applied to therapy shares with systems theory the belief that the therapist is an agent for social change through the process of exploring cultural processes and the ethical considerations that result. This 5 page paper provides a brief overview of the two in order to compare the perspectives toward therapy. Bibliography lists ...

The individual builds a self concept based on the social evaluations he or she has received, especially those of perceived authority figures. Personality change is not only possible, it is necessary within the impetus for growth toward self worth. This 7 page paper explores the concept of cognitive behavioral intervention as it applies to a specific case example. ...

Each person has their own perceptions, experiences and genetic backgrounds. This 10 page paper explores the role of the genogram within the context of career counseling. Systems and construct theory, as the genesis of the genogram, are explained briefly. A short example of a case study is given. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This paper examines the viability in using surveys or questionnaires in developing successful mental health programs for adults. The paper, which primarily supports that surveys are a helpful tool, offers suggestions and thoughts in survey development to help boost response rates. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page overview of John Gottman's book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. The writer outlines the major points of the text and summarizes each principle. No additional sources cited.

A 13 page paper reviewing the problems and possible solutions for juvenile delinquency. This paper compares the successes and failures of programs around the country and suggests a program design for an innovative program allowing one on one interaction between adult volunteers and at risk children. The program design includes specific criteria for ...

A 9 page research paper that discusses theory and practice involved in the Gestalt approach to counseling. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines person-centered therapy, focusing on the theories of Carl Rogers. The writer discusses the main principles of Rogers' psychotherapeutic approach and the applicability of person-centered therapy. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page review of the elements of effective supervision. This paper relates those elements to the substance abuse therapeutic setting. The author identifies behavioral modification as the most effective approach to couple with effective supervisory theory both in relationships between the therapist and the patient and between the therapist and their supervisor. ...

This 3-page paper discusses societal and psychological support necessary for relatives of the dying. Discussions center on the need for education, intervention and stronger employee bereavement plans. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 9 page paper discusses the challenges of supervising substance abuse counselors. There is very little literature that addresses this type of supervision but it is known that there are at least three supervision issues in substance abuse counseling that are idiosyncratic to this particular type of counseling. These are identified and discussed. The roles ...

A 13 page overview of three therapeutic models which have emerged from Bateson’s cybernetic model, a model which concentrates on achieving behavioral modification rather than a precise insight into the cause of abnormal behavior. The models discussed include that proposed by The Mental Research Institute, the strategic approach proposed by Solution-Focused Haley and Madanes, ...

A 6 page overview of the applicability of this personality assessment test in deciding whether to pursue employment in the counseling occupation. This paper reviews the test results for one fictional individual factor by factor to emphasize that the combination of the factors do indeed suggest compatibility with counseling. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

5 pages in length. Knowing how to help people who are in an emotionally trying state takes special skills that not everyone inherently possesses. Obtaining counseling skills in order to enhance one's work at a homeless shelter is both prudent and highly recommended to ensure the best possible outcome. Considering such issues ...

5 pages in length. The student will find that opportunities to educate oneself about the issues surrounding breast cancer are readily available via myriad formats, including books, periodicals, organizational pamphlets and reputable sites upon the Internet. Since the student had personal experience tending to a relative during her battle with breast cancer, a ...

A 14 page paper which examines family violence from a counseling perspective. The paper examines various journal articles that illustrate methods, theories, and causes of family violence. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 42 page comprehensive research paper. This paper begins by reporting data regarding the incidence of mental, emotional and behavior problems among children and youth and comments on the controversy regarding residential placement for youngsters. The next section reports the history of group homes in this nation, beginning in the 1700s and following through to ...

This 3 page report discusses the differences that have developed related to “conventional” sex therapy as compared to the psychological considerations of sex therapy that can be defined as “intimacy-based.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.

4 pages in length. Mental illness is certainly no laughing matter, but it also should not be held in such seriousness that the individual afflicted with the disease feels like an outsider. Taking a resolute yet uplifting approach to counseling the mentally ill, the Western Carolina Center (WCC) in Morganton, North Carolina brings ...

This 5 page paper outlines the underlying reasons for egocentrism in adolescent populations. This paper considers social identification and change as elements impacting egocentrism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 12 page paper evaluates the remedial model in respect to group counseling. How social workers can set up groups effectively is addressed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses societal and psychological support necessary for relatives of the dying. Discussions center on the need for education, intervention and stronger employee bereavement plans. Bibliography lists 4 sources.