On Hope, Promise, and Possibility in Counseling Psychology or Some Simple, but Meaningful Observations about Our Specialty

1994 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 315-334 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Edward Watkins
Keyword(s):  
Counseling Psychology ◽  
Vocational Psychology ◽  
Special Populations ◽  
Counseling Training ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
And Training

In this article, IO broad-based trends that seem to characterize counseling psychology are identified The trends focus on changes having occurred and occurring in (a) research and training, (b) special populations, (c) assessment, counseling, and counseling training and supervision, (d) vocational psychology, and (e) Division 17. Evidence supporting each trend is presented, and some brief discussion about the significance of these trends for our specialty's future is provided.

Vocational Psychology: Using One of Counseling Psychology's Strengths to Foster Human Strength

2006 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 260-275 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine Robitschek ◽  
Shelley Janiczek Woodson
Keyword(s):  
Counseling Psychology ◽  
Theoretical Models ◽  
Vocational Psychology ◽  
Environment Interaction ◽  
Vocational Development ◽  
Research Practice ◽  
Human Functioning ◽  
History Of ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
And Training

At several points in the history of their field, counseling psychologists have emphasized that fostering human strengths is part of their mission. Vocational psychology is an area of counseling psychology that has focused consistently on human strengths. In keeping with the Major Contribution's theme, this article examines the following: (a) theoretical models and constructs of vocational development and processes; (b) empirical research on positive functioning in the vocational domain; (c) the actual and potential impact on research, practice, and training of vocational psychology's focus on positive human functioning; and (d) how vocational psychology fits within the person-environment interaction (PEX) framework, with particular attention given to expanding exploration and assessment of PEX's “person” component.

Sex Positivity and Counseling Psychology: An Introduction to the Major Contribution

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (4) ◽  
pp. 470-486 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theodore R. Burnes ◽  
Anneliese A. Singh ◽  
Ryan G. Witherspoon
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Counseling Psychology ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Psychology Programs ◽  
Introductory Article ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
History Of ◽  
And Training ◽  
Counseling Psychologists

In this introduction article to the Major Contribution on sex positivity in counseling psychology, we define sex positivity and its intersections with counseling psychology’s framework of social justice, wellness, and resilience. We describe related foundational aspects of sex positivity that counseling psychologists may integrate into their research and training, theory, and practice. Following this introductory article, the authors of four subsequent manuscripts in this Major Contribution focus on (a) the history of sex positivity in counseling and psychology, (b) training and supervision related to sex positivity in counseling psychology programs, (c) research on sex positivity within counseling psychology, and (d) clinical practice implications of sex positivity in counseling psychology.

Operations Research on the Female Village-Based Family Planning Worker Program of Pakistan

1998 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 283-305
Author(s):  
Louisiana Lush ◽  
George P. Cernada ◽  
A. K. Ubaidur Rob ◽  
Mohammed Shafiq Arif ◽  
Minhaj Ul Haque ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Family Planning ◽  
Operations Research ◽  
Technical Assistance ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Family Planning Services ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Training ◽  
Broad Program

This article presents the results of a number of operations research studies (OR) of family planning services provided by a new cadre of female village-based family planning workers in Punjab Province, Pakistan. This cadre of workers, recruited nationwide, have been trained to visit women in their villages to provide information and family planning services. The studies were conducted as part of a broad program of technical assistance to the Government of Pakistan. Surveys investigated the quality of their training as well as attitudes among clients to the new program. They found that the program is developing well but there is room for improvement, particularly in counseling and training. Additional field studies are ongoing and recommendations for change have been incorporated in training and supervision. The program is expanding on a national scale.

Vocational Psychology: Expanding the Vision and Enhancing the Impact

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 166-221 ◽  
Author(s):  
David L. Blustein ◽  
Saba Rasheed Ali ◽  
Lisa Y. Flores
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Psychology ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Research Practice ◽  
Contemporary Theory ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
International Collaborations ◽  
History Of ◽  
Theory Research ◽  
The Impact ◽  
And Training

In this contribution, we provide a critical analysis of the current status of vocational psychology and present an expansive vision for the future. We begin with an overview of the importance of vocational psychology in the history of The Counseling Psychologist, followed by a critical review of contemporary theory, research, practice, and training. We aim to expand the traditional purview of career choice and development and broaden the impact of the field to meet the needs of all who work and who want to work. We propose a new mission for vocational psychology characterized by innovative theoretical advancements, renewed interdisciplinary and international collaborations, and the inclusion of macrolevel factors in research, practice, and policy. Lastly, we conclude with a vision of vocational psychology in 20 years, which optimally will be reflected in a broadened scope of mission, integrative theoretical frameworks, and an expanded training and policy agenda.

Measuring the Quality of Supervision and the Training Experience in Psychiatry

1999 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 248-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M. Clarke
Keyword(s):  
Journal Club ◽  
Psychotherapy Supervision ◽  
Training Experience ◽  
Educational Value ◽  
Clinical Rotations ◽  
Or Management ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Supervision And Training ◽  
And Training

Objective: The aim of this study was to develop and trial a method of trainee evaluation of the supervision and training experience. Method: A questionnaire was developed and applied at the end of each of four 6-month clinical rotations. Results: The evaluation demonstrated areas of strength (punctuality and reliability, encouragement, educational value, clinical guidance) and weakness (journal club, clinical meetings). Many supervisors were not observing diagnostic or management interviews of trainees. Psychotherapy supervision received the highest ratings. Conclusions: Because of the privacy of supervision and the occasional nature of evaluations, reliability of scores cannot be demonstrated. However, within the context of a model of quality improvement, and supplemented by the education and supervision of supervisors, trainee evaluations can be useful in targeting specific areas of deficiency in training and supervision.

Technologically Enriched and Boundaryless Lives

2002 ◽  
Vol 30 (6) ◽  
pp. 847-857 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul A. Gore ◽  
Wade C. Leuwerke ◽  
John D. Krumboltz
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Counseling Psychology ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Vocational Psychology ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Life Roles ◽  
Do So ◽  
Counseling Psychologists

Computers and other communication technologies have irrevocably changed the nature of work, the workforce, and interpersonal relationships. This article suggests that these changes have resulted in a blurring of the distinction between life roles and an increase in feelings of meaningless and isolation. The authors argue that the dissolution of boundaries between life roles and the emotional sequelae of the digitization of our culture support a paradigm that reintegrates counseling and vocational psychology. Future counseling psychologists will be better equipped to provide services to clients whose lives are enriched and complicated by technology only if counseling psychology educators are able to provide them with the knowledge and skills to do so.

Implementing DBT: selecting, training and supervising a team

2010 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 71-79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michaela A. Swales
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Guideline ◽  
Treatment Approach ◽  
Borderline Personality ◽  
Behaviour Therapy ◽  
Training And Supervision ◽  
Appropriate Treatment ◽  
Cognitive Behavioural ◽  
Behavioural Therapies ◽  
And Training ◽  
Nice Clinical Guideline

AbstractNICE Clinical Guideline no. 78 recently identified Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) as an appropriate treatment approach for the effective treatment of suicidal behaviours in the context of borderline personality disorder. Uniquely among the cognitive behavioural therapies DBT is a team-based treatment. This paper focuses on the task of selecting and training a team before considering issues in the training and supervision of therapists learning this approach.

scholarly journals Counselling Psychology: What Future Have For It?

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suman
Keyword(s):  
Career Development ◽  
Counseling Psychology ◽  
Psychology Students ◽  
Career Option ◽  
Process And Outcome ◽  
Career Options ◽  
Supervision And Training ◽  
And Training ◽  
Good Career ◽  
Counselling Psychology

Counseling psychology is a psychological specialty that encompasses research and applied work in several broad domains: counseling process and outcome; supervision and training; career development and counseling; and prevention and health. Some unifying themes among counseling psychologists include a focus on assets and strengths, person–environment interactions, educational and career development, brief interactions, and a focus on intact personalities. Counselling psychology is now becoming a very good career option for future psychology students. This paper suggests many career options in counselling psychology.

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