Essays and Research Papers on Psychological Counseling

A paper which looks at Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, how it is defined and the ways in which it is treated, with particular reference to the use of REBT. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page research paper that compares and contrasts solution and problem-focused family therapy. The writer describes each model of therapy and then discusses them in relation to a case study. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper examines these two interventions and their effects on families. One article is used as a springboard for discussion and the others are used for support. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Nelson (2002) reports that practicing psychotherapists have moved toward an inclusive counseling model, one that takes advantage of multiple theoretical approaches to treating the spectrum of human psychological disorders in practice, or technical eclecticism, as coined by Lazarus & Beutler (1993). Relying on more than one practical approach allows greater flexibility in treating client. Under ...

A 4 page discussion of how psychologists can intervene to lessen the direct and indirect impacts of this in this disturbing disease. The author points out that the psychologist can be valuable in quantifying and addressing the problem both on a family level and a community level. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper assessing the case of Client X, a 52-year-old Puerto Rican American woman having difficulty dealing with the absence of the traditional Hispanic extended family support structure so closely attached to the Hispanic culture. Unmet expectations can be devastating for the individual taken unaware. Client X should be able to ...

4 pages in length. One of the most challenging aspects of what social workers do with clients is to initially get them into the office, inasmuch as the engagement process inherently segues into resistance. A particularly good example of this resistance to engagement can be found when clients cancel or completely skip their ...

4 pages in length. The writer discusses who psychologists get involved in fraudulent practices, as well as whether or not a psychologist is entitled to obtain client information under certain circumstances. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page paper presents a review of the literature on Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD). CISM was initially designed for emergency workers as a way to mitigate post-traumatic stress disorder and other symptoms. In recent years, the debriefing component (CISD) has been attacked as not effective and even ...

This 12 page paper examines narrative therapy and delves into its uses in the context of immigrant populations. Narrative therapy is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 13 page paper examines the impact of personal values on a counselor's professional duties. This paper cites many studies that reflect the tendency of personal values to influence professional advice as well as providing information on ways to mitigate this effect. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page overview of the differences that exist between the Codes of Ethics for the American Counseling Association (ACA), the American Association of Christian Counseling (AACC), and the American Association of Pastoral Counselors(AAPC) in regard to the guidance they provide to Sexual Intimacies, Conflict of Interest (Dual Roles) and Relationship to Society. The ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the questions of whether or not psychotherapy (counseling) is effective. This literature review examines the parameters of the ongoing debate concerning how best to validate therapeutic practices and also looks at current empirical evidence regarding the effectiveness of psychotherapy, which is a body of evidence that supports the ...

A 6 page research paper that, first of all, focuses on one of these girls, Anna, and then introduces the principles of therapy developed by Carl Rogers, and how this particular method of counseling would have facilitated Anna's task of developing from adolescent to adult, which is documented within the course of this film. Bibliography ...

A paper which looks at the theory and practice of group counselling, with specific reference to the work of Corey and Yalom, and considers the progress and dynamics of a typical therapy group. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper reviews a journal article on the clinical preparation of school counselors. The investigators reviewed the clinical experience component of 59 universities to determine requirements for clinical practice and supervision. This essay summarizes the article, including results and comments on the importance of the article and its limitations. Bibliography lists 1 source. ...

A 13 page research paper that first presents a case study and, then, this client's needs are assessed using psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approaches before offering a DSM-IV diagnosis. No bibliography is offered.

This 13 page paper relates the role of the professional counselor. Specifically, this paper considers the role of the counselor in the process of harm reduction. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

4 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses the importance of therapeutic alliance as it relates to counseling victims of rape. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of attribution therapy and depression. How the therapy is successful in treating depression is the focus of this paper that also provides detailed information about each concept. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page investigation of the problems encountered by children who witness domestic violence. These problems can be long-term and severe. One of the more effective forms of address is group intervention. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the process involved in CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, especially as it relates to the therapeutic relationship. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the benefits and problems with the use of CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a comparison with Solutions-Based Therapy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper demonstrates how to present a verbatim dialogue and create reflections regarding the triad counseling experience. Bibliography lists 3 soures.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the basic arguments in Berzon's book Permanent Partners: Building Gay and Lesbian Relationships that Last. This paper outlines the significance of her arguments and their application for counseling. Bibliography lists 3 pages.