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1. Family Counseling: Fantasies and Realities.

Author

Gladding, Samuel T.

Abstract

This paper focuses on two aspects inherent in working with families--fantasies and realities. A brief discussion of family life in the United States at the end of the 20th century is included at the outset with the intention of identifying who families are before making a diagnosis or intervention. The author encourages counselors to recognize the fantasies they hold about working with families, and to be wise enough to give them up in order to make a positive difference in the lives of clients. Seven deadly fantasies are presented as well as the seven realities that are at the opposite end of these fantasies. It is emphasized that in family work, it is essential to realize in a continuous way that family counseling deals with families who may be resistant to change and that some families have a limited ability to receive help. It is also important to keep in mind that family counseling differs from other ways of counseling and that working with families is sometimes difficult. Therefore, it is suggested that counselors be aware of the non-events of family life as well as the developmental and situational factors that are a part of all families. Finally, counselors need to be mindful that families come in many forms, are interesting in and of themselves, and that in order to be effective as counselors, must know a range of theories and techniques. (GCP)

Published
1999

2. Creativity and Family Counseling: The SCAMPER Model as a Template for Promoting Creative Processes.

Author

Gladding, Samuel T. and Henderson, Donna A.

Abstract

Describes the nature and importance of creativity in family counseling and factors such as divergent thinking that are a part of the creative process. Introduces the SCAMPER model of creativity as a practical way of helping clinicians shortcut the lengthy procedures involved in being creative as well as remembering aspects essential in working creatively with families. (Contains 20 references.) (GCP)

Published
2000

3. Uses of Poetry and Music in Counseling.

Author

Gladding, Samuel T. and Mazza, Nicholas

Abstract

Although both poetry and music have been used as therapeutic tools in individual and group counseling, few counselors use the techniques in combination. Poetry therapists tend to follow either the strucutred approach of Leedy, in which poems are used as treatment, or the less structured approach of Lerner, in which poems are used as medium. Music, like poetry, also has been used in both structured and less structured ways, to help clients express their feelings through others' music or their own combinations, and to help the therapist express his perceptions of the client. In group and family counseling, the combination of poetry and music can facilitate the counseling process by providing a nonthreatening vehicle for cognitive and affective expression. Two techniques which have been effective are reading a poem and inviting reactions, and creating collaborative poems. As in using any therapeutic tool, caution in regard to timing and appropriateness is necessary to ensure beneficial results. Limitations include a perception of the technique as academic and intellectual. On the positive side, poetry and music can help break defenses and expose material that may be overwhelming to the client at first. (A list of references is appended). (BL)

Published
1983

4. Issues in Training Marriage and Family Therapists.

Author

Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Washington, DC., ERIC Clearinghouse on Counseling and Personnel Services, Ann Arbor, MI., Okun, Barbara F., and Gladding, Samuel T.

Abstract

Within the past decade, the field of marriage and family therapy has mushroomed. As a new and emerging professional specialization, marriage and family therapy is subject to control struggles as well as the proliferation of training modalities. This monograph, written for counselor education faculty, students, and family therapists, provides literature on select areas of marriage and family therapy (i.e., systems issues; training and supervision; and alternative family lifestyles) as they pertain to counselor education. The section on systems issues explores four aspects of program implementation: curricula and program development; accreditation requirements for the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT); integration of marriage and family therapy into counselor education; and gender issues of family systems therapists. The section on training and supervision focuses on clinical training in family psychology and supervision from four perspectives: collegial process; a review of current practice; supervisee's perspective on live supervision; and the reflections of a supervisor. The alternative family lifestyles section addresses the training of divorce counselors and single parent family counseling. A list of references follows each article. (BL)

Published
1983

5. Teaching Family Counseling through the Use of Fiction.

Author

Gladding, Samuel T.

Abstract

Examines rationale, methods, strengths, and limitations of using fiction in training family counselors. Suggests that using novels, essays, poems, and extended metaphors is a nonthreatening means of teaching human nature and values. Discusses bibliotherapy as a counseling intervention. Describes and evaluates a teaching model utilizing fiction. Includes 44 references. (Author/CRR)

Published
1994

6. Family Snapshots: A Descriptive Classroom Exercise in Memory and Insight

Author

Gladding, Samuel T. and Cox, Elizabeth

Abstract

"Family Snapshots" are 100-words-or-less descriptive memories of times in the lives of families that highlight poignant moments. They complement other exercises within a family counseling course, including the use of genograms. Modeled after the "Washington Post Magazine"'s series "Life Is Short: Autobiography as Haiku," these snapshots give writers awareness and insight because of their focus on telling a story rather than being didactic. Family snapshots have the potential for use in family counseling and in academic courses for family therapists. Examples of family snapshots are given along with interpretations of, reactions to, and limitations of this technique.

Published
2008
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7. Levity and Learning: Lessons from Life in a Family and Family Counseling.

Author

Gladding, Samuel T.

Abstract

In humorous moments, family counselors and families often learn a lot about themselves and their relationships. This article focuses on the importance of levity and learning within family life and family counseling through the use of a series of vignettes drawn from the author's own experiences. (Author)

Published
2002

8. Engagement and Termination in Marital and Familial Therapy: Special Ethical Issues.

Author

Wilcoxon, S. Allen and Gladding, Samuel T.

Abstract

Addresses ethical issues in the engagement and termination phases of marital and family therapy. Engagement phase must examine commitment to systemic intervention versus serving motivated clients. Termination phase must examine client's and therapist's ways of managing readiness, prematurity, and follow-up. Proposed solutions are suggested. (ABL)

Published
1985

10. Marriage and Family Counseling in Counselor Education: National Trends and Implications.

Author

Gladding, Samuel T.

Abstract

Surveyed 274 counselor education chairpersons concerning current status of marriage and family counseling in counselor education. Respondents indicated that marriage and family programs are growing in popularity, identified courses frequently employed in counselor training, discussed accreditation of marriage and family counseling programs. (Author/NB)

Published
1987

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