Essays and Research Papers on Psychological Counseling

A 5 page paper that discusses the school counselor and the abused child. The writer begins by citing the law regarding suspected child abuse. A scenario is then presented with options on how the school can handle the situation. How to counsel the abused child is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of ethics in respect to counseling issues. Several problems are discussed inclusive of fees and informing law enforcement of potential risks. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 9 page paper discusses a number of aspects related to personality development, behaviors, individual differences and therapeutic techniques. Existential, person-centered, family systems and behavioral theories are explained in terms of an individual's personality, behaviors and mental health. An explanation of Freud's preconscious, conscious and unconscious minds are provided in terms of behavioral motivation. Scripture ...

A 5 page paper discussing eclectic theory as it applies to psychological counseling. Bibliography lists four sources.

In today's fast paced, technology oriented and capitalistic world the issue of mental health care and , specifically, chemical dependency treatment, has become very cost oriented. Because of the nature of addiction, the addict is often without resources to cover the cost of treatment. "Drug and alcohol dependency are escalating rapidly as a ...

A 10 page research paper on the process of cognitive behavioral group therapy. The writer describes cognitive theory, cognitive therapy and cognitive group therapy, as well as providing a group model and studies of group effectiveness. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page overview of conflict resolution using the Dudley Weeks' The Eight Steps to Conflict Resolution and William Wilmot's and Joyce Hocker's Interpersonal Conflicts. Bibliography lists three sources.

A 15 page paper using literature analysis to prove the hypothesis that though there is a much greater volume of current research and reporting based in behavioral therapy rather than experiential, the lack of similar work based in the experiential model is not indicative of that method's validity or effectiveness. Rather, there is a ...

This is a 5 page paper that examines Bowen's ideas concerning the reciprocal relationships within the family system, systemic theories as postulated by Milan and the concepts inherent in the behavioral/cognitive approaches to theory and practice. Of special interest will be the time frame factor, the distinction between insight versus action, the goals of treatment ...

A 5 page paper discussing the merits of whether it is better to implement individualized programs for seniors or government programs that target seniors as a group. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page overview of the difficulties involved in providing multicultural marriage counseling. Emphasizes the differences and the feelings of isolation which a multicultural couple, or a couple whose cultural background is different from the counselor might experience. It also suggests that it is the role of the counselor to overcome these feelings and ...

A detailed, 6 page examination of marriage counseling theory & technique today. The writer cites key statistics concerning marriage/divorce rates and pointing at the work of certain theorists, argues that there exists a grave need for change. Much of this essay is written from a "Christian perspective" on marriage counseling in which the emphasis is ...

An 8 page paper discussing the book by Aaron T. Beck entitled, Love is Never Enough. This book is based a cognitive therapy approach to marriage counseling. Beck offers many constructive ideas and exercises for the couple who wish to more fully understand each other while ceasing to bring in their negative, and pointless, emotions ...

9 pages in length. A comprehensive overview of issues concerning multicultural counseling. Examined are considerations and problems faced by counselors working with culturally-diverse groups, models in multicultural training, and the bi-racial identity development model (clearly explained). Bibliography lists approximately 12 sources.

A 7 page essay discussing the aspects of cross-cultural counseling emphasizing the work of David Sue. The area of multicultural counseling is one that is becoming increasingly more important in this country. The writer discusses specific areas in which changes may need to be considered.

A short, but detailed 4 page research paper on the therapy and its uses by the counselor. The writer details the substance of the therapy and how it is applied. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the need for and benefits of support groups for mentally retarded or developmentally disabled adults. Discussion of the benefits of the same sort of support group for parents of adult children with developmental disabilities is also offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the prominent characteristics of effective counselors and considers factors ranging from communications skills to race as they influence counselor/client relationships. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of these three basic psychological assessments, the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, the Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory-3 and the MMPI-A, commonly utilized in educational settings and compares and contrasts their central components. This paper focuses primarily on the first two assessments. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

The concept of group homes has been a part of the social institution for as long as there has been a concept of social care for the disadvantaged (orphanages may have been the prototype). This 9 page paper explores the different types of group homes, their benefits and problems and concludes with a few recommendations for further research. ...

In 3 pages the author uses the Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientations-Behavior (FIRO-B) profile of High Expressed Inclusion, Low Expressed Control, Middle of the Line Expressed Affection, Very Low Wanted Inclusion, High Wanted Control, High Wanted Affection to describe how a person could help or hinder a team. Bibliography lists 1* source.

This 12 page paper looks at the stress experienced by families who have ties to the mob. The HBO hit The Sopranos is used as a model of contemporary Mafia family life. More typical, and true, families are also evaluated such as the Gottis. Psychological aspects are discussed and psychotherapy is recommended as the ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the ethical standards between three major professional organizations for counselors-- the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, the Christian Association for Psychological Studies, and the American Counseling Association. The writer argues that the differences between the organizations are more a matter of orientation the ethics and the differences between ...

An 11 page research paper that argues that the therapist who has an eclectic knowledge of psychoanalytical theory can offer therapy intervention that is adapted to the specific needs of the client. In support of this idea, the paper offers a brief survey of a wide variety of psychotherapeutic theories. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 5 page paper. There has long been a conflict between feminist perspectives and different psychotherapeutic approaches. Freud's theories were being criticized as early the 1920s by early feminists. This model is considered highly patriarchal. On the other hand, there are approaches that complement the feminist perspective. The criticisms and the support are discussed. Bibliography ...