Annals of the American Psychotherapy Association articles from March 2006

Annals of the American Psychotherapy Association archives from March 2006

Reflections on working for children's social services in the United Kingdom.
March 22, 2006... Abstract This paper comments on my experience as an American clinical social worker who worked for a year as a consultant to the Fostering Support Team and a group of foster parents in Ealing, a densely populated and culturally diverse...

Obstacles in therapy: redefining the therapeutic role.
March 22, 2006... Abstract This paper presents 22 scenarios that highlight how a therapist can get captured by a client's story or presentation. The ultimate struggle for a therapist is how to disengage from the client system once he or she has been...

A niche and a need: a summary of the need for sport psychology consultants in collegiate sports.
March 22, 2006... Abstract The purpose of the present study was to specifically determine the need for and types of services that athletic directors of university athletic departments would like sport psychology professionals to provide. National Collegiate...

The conventional long-acting antipsychotics.(RX Primer)
March 22, 2006... In the last primer, we discussed the first long-acting formulation of an atypical antipsychotic, Risperdal Consta, which became available in 2003. For the sake of completeness regarding this primer, it should be noted that long-acting forms of...

Neuropsychotherapy.(Chair's Corner)
March 22, 2006... I can't predict the future of psychotherapy over the long haul, but I can predict with some certainty that it will be closely tied to genomes, gene expression, and the neurosciences. The last few years have demonstrated that the results of the...

Forget me not farm: a healing place.(Child psychotherapy)
March 22, 2006... Located on the spacious grounds of the Humane Society of Sonoma County in Santa Rosa, California, is a very special program where abused and neglected children and at-risk youth are taught gentleness and empathy through carefully planned...

Weakening the storms of disaster.(Practice Management)
March 22, 2006... Hurricane Katrina destroyed New Orleans, and much of that destruction could have been prevented if steps had been taken and questions had been asked prior to the storm. In a similar way, political policies create "storms" that affect more than...

Intimacy: the key to a healthy relationship.(Relationships)
March 22, 2006... Everyone wants intimacy. In fact a question haunting people who find themselves alone is, "How can I find intimacy with another person without risking giving up my individuality?" What is it about intimacy that is so alluring? What is it that...

Group concerns.(Issues in Group Therapy)(Column)
March 22, 2006... In today's managed-care environment, administrators and practitioners alike view group therapy as an increasingly attractive treatment modality. Long known to be cost-effective and time-efficient, mounting research demonstrates that group...

The power of myth: foster family vs. foster group care.
March 22, 2006... Social construction is a powerful force that shapes our perceptions of ourselves and the world around us. Psychotherapists are aware of this phenomenon as they work with clients. Specific techniques, such as therapeutic refraining, attempt to...

Aging alone?(toys for elderly)
March 22, 2006... While glancing through the April 2005 AARP Bulletin, I chanced upon a short news item, "Hello Dolly." The brief article proceeded to "describe a "new" innovation by Japanese toymakers called the "Yumel" boy doll that stands 15 inches high and...

Have you earned an APA Diplomate distinction?(American Psychotherapy Association News)
March 22, 2006... Diplomate status is a prestigious designation that all psychotherapists should strive to attain. It is based on your skills, knowledge, experience, education, and training. Displaying the "DAPA" credential after your name proclaims your...

How to apply for Diplomate status.(American Psychotherapy Association News)
March 22, 2006... Applying for Diplomate status with the APA is easy. Simply complete a short application and submit copies of your resume and supporting materials. You can apply for Diplomate status in any of the following ways. * Complete the Diplomate...

Dr. William Glasser to speak at the American Psychotherapy Association's 2006 National Conference.(American Psychotherapy Association News)
March 22, 2006... September 21-23, 2006, in Orlando, Florida. The American Psychotherapy Association (APA) is pleased to announce that the renowned Dr. William Glasser will be presenting a 1-day workshop at APA's 2006 National Conference. This workshop,...

CE Test page: four total credits available (with the completion of all 4 CE tests).(continuing education)
March 22, 2006... In order to receive CE credit, each participant is required to do the following: 1.) Read the continuing education article. 2.) Complete the exam by circling the chosen answer for each question. 3.) Complete the evaluation form. 4.) Mail or fax...

The Passion Principle: Discover Your Personal Passion Signature and the Secrets to Deeper Relationships.(Brief article)(Book review)
March 22, 2006... The Passion Principle: Discover Your Personal Passion Signature and the Secrets to Deeper Relationships By Donna LeBlanc, MEd, LPC, Diplomate of the American Psychotherapy Association People act differently in their relationships with...

Act It Out: 25 Expressive Ways to Heal from Childhood Abuse.(Brief article)(Book review)
March 22, 2006... Act It Out: 25 Expressive Ways to Heal from Childhood Abuse By Stephanie A. Stolinsky, PhD, Diplomate of the American Psychotherapy Association Act It Out: 25 Expressive Ways to Heal from Childhood Abuse by Stephanie A. Stolinsky, PhD,...

The 7 Steps to The Cure of Souls.(Brief article)(Book review)
March 22, 2006... The 7 Steps to The Cure of Souls By Robert L. O'Block, MDiv, PhD, PsyD, DMin, Founder of the American Psychotherapy Association Providing spiritual guidance, as a Curate (or spiritual counselor) would, to help others obtain spiritual...