Using Metaphors to Facilitate Exploration of Emotional Content in Counseling With College Men

2016 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 133-149 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew C. Genuchi ◽  
Brian Hopper ◽  
Charles R. Morrison
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Therapeutic Process ◽  
College Men ◽  
College Counseling ◽  
Case Examples ◽  
Effective Implementation ◽  
Male Clients ◽  
Role Norms ◽  
Gender Role Norms ◽  
College Counseling Centers

Mental health professionals in college counseling centers are increasingly interested in understanding the challenges of effectively working with male college students. Not all men are difficult to work with in therapy, but certain masculine gender role norms, particularly restricted emotionality, can create challenges to the therapeutic process. However, therapeutic metaphors that are familiar to male clients can provide a safe entry point to emotional topics. We describe a framework of using metaphors with college men that involves connecting with interests of male clients, establishing rapport, and facilitating a nonthreatening common language to develop metaphors for exploration of vulnerable emotions. Brief case examples are then used to illustrate effective implementation of therapeutic metaphors with traditional male clients experiencing difficulty with emotions.

Are we in crisis? National mental health and treatment trends in college counseling centers.

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 407-415 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henry Xiao ◽  
Dever M. Carney ◽  
Soo Jeong Youn ◽  
Rebecca A. Janis ◽  
Louis G. Castonguay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
College Counseling ◽  
Counseling Centers ◽  
National Mental Health ◽  
Treatment Trends ◽  
College Counseling Centers

scholarly journals The impact of gender role norms on mothers’ labor supply

2021 ◽  
Vol 186 ◽  
pp. 113-134
Author(s):  
Danilo Cavapozzi ◽  
Marco Francesconi ◽  
Cheti Nicoletti
Keyword(s):  
Gender Role ◽  
Labor Supply ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Role Norms ◽  
Gender Role Norms

Flexible eclectic psychotherapy (FEP): A model for psychotherapy integration

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S558-S558 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Coira ◽  
M. Grady
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Therapeutic Process ◽  
Supportive Therapy ◽  
Active Role ◽  
Psychotherapy Integration ◽  
Clinical State ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Case Examples ◽  
Cost Effective Treatment ◽  
New Generation

IntroductionMost experienced psychotherapists use an eclectic approach in their practice, combining techniques of different schools of psychotherapy to treat their patients. However, there are no good teaching models to train the new generation of psychotherapists in the technique of psychotherapy integration. FEP is a form of psychotherapy that combines techniques from four different psychotherapies: psychodynamics, CBT, IPT and supportive therapy. It also incorporates mindfulness, motivational interviewing, exercise and nutrition. A strong therapeutic alliance is crucial to the success of FEP. Techniques are tailored to the patient's current clinical state. Several techniques from different psychotherapies may be used in the same session. The therapist is empathic, flexible adaptive to the patient's needs and assumes an active role in the therapeutic process.ObjectiveTo present a model of psychotherapy integration that can be used by psychotherapists in their clinical practice.AimsWe aim to present a model of psychotherapy integration that can be taught and implemented by psychotherapists in their clinical practice.ResultsWe present ten case examples were FEP was effective clinically and we compare it to the standard of care received by these patients and show the savings to the healthcare system.ConclusionThe results of our study suggest that FEP could be a cost effective treatment that could be added to the psychotherapists toolbox. Teaching and training methods, like manuals and workshops can be developed to train the new generation of psychotherapists.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals Significant Moments in Improvisational Music Therapy

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Katelyn Beebe
Keyword(s):  
Music Therapy ◽  
Emotional Expression ◽  
Emotional Processing ◽  
Therapeutic Process ◽  
Body Movement ◽  
Clinical Work ◽  
Case Examples ◽  
The Moment ◽  
Interactional Patterns ◽  
Musical Elements

Four composite case examples are presented and discussed as they relate to emotional expression, significant moments in the therapeutic process, and communication using a variety of modalities in music therapy with adults diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Building on therapeutic awareness through discussing musical elements, body movement and posture, countertransference, and interactional patterns, the implications of deep emotional connection and processing are approached using primarily nonverbal methods. Composite vignettes from the author’s clinical work demonstrate awareness of these factors in the moment as they impacted the session, therapeutic relationship, and other professionals’ understanding of music therapy in this population. Implications for emotional processing in clinical practice are presented as they relate to the concepts presented in this paper.

Psychological Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Psychological Assessment ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Skill Assessment ◽  
Case Examples ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Comprehensive Text

Mental health practitioners are encountering an ever-growing number of older adults and so an up-to-date and comprehensive text addressing the special considerations that arise in the psychological assessment and treatment of this population is vital. This accessible handbook does just that by introducing the key topics that psychologists and other health professionals face when working with older adults. Each area is introduced and then the special considerations for older adults are explored, including specific ethical and healthcare system issues. The use of case examples brings the topics further to life. An important feature of the book is the interweaving of diversity issues (culture, race, sexuality, etc.) within the text to lend an inclusive, contemporary insight into these important practice components. The Pikes Peak Geropsychology Knowledge and Skill Assessment Tool is included in an appendix so readers can test their knowledge, which will be helpful for those aiming for board certification in geropsychology (ABGERO). This an ideal text for mental health professionals transitioning to work with older clients, for those wanting to improve their knowledge for their regular practice, and for trainees or young clinicians just starting out.

Journey to diagnosis for women with autism

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dori Zener
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Clinical Approach ◽  
Autism Diagnosis ◽  
Mental Strain ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Case Examples ◽  
Autism Phenotype

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to review the barriers that girls and women face in receiving an accurate and timely autism diagnosis. The journey to late-in-life diagnosis will be explored with a focus on mental health and well-being. The aim is to improve the awareness of the female autism phenotype to provide access to early identification and appropriate supports and services.Design/methodology/approachThe author’s clinical experience as an individual, couple and family therapist specializing in girls and women with autism informs the paper. Research on co-occurring mental health experience and diagnoses are reviewed and combined with case examples to outline the themes leading to and obscuring autism diagnosis.FindingsFemales with autism are less likely to be diagnosed or are identified much later than their male counterparts. Living with unidentified autism places significant mental strain on adults, particularly females. Achieving a late-in-life diagnosis is very valuable for adults and can improve self-awareness and access to limited support.Practical implicationsMental health professionals will develop a better understanding of the overlap between autism and psychiatric conditions and should consider autism in females who are seeking intervention.Originality/valueThis paper provides a clinical approach to working with autistic girls and women. This knowledge can complement the existing research literature and help build the foundation for a greater understanding of the female autism phenotype.

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