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The following article describes a hypothetical situation faced by a counselor at a community based clinic. The presenting problem is one of domestic violence. The article explores the ethical responsibilities of the counselor as well as presents a multitude of ways in which the counselor can assist the client in coping with her [...]

The integration of expressive arts, narrative, and symbolism with counseling and psychotherapy theory is fundamental to the effective use of these approaches. Inclusion of integrative approaches in counseling enhances the therapeutic milieu and in turn fosters sound theoretical practice.(Capuzzi and Gross, 2007);
An integrative approach combining Narrative integration with Adlerian theory will be used in [...]

According to David & Okazaki, (2006), colonial mentality is a construct that is central to the understanding of the psychology of contemporary Filipino Americans. Recent health statistics show that Filipino American adolescents have one of the highest rates of suicide ideations and attempts in the country (President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, [...]