{"title":"The Opioid Crisis: How Counselors Can and Should Respond","authors":"K. Doyle","doi":"10.17744/MEHC.43.2.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/MEHC.43.2.02","url":null,"abstract":"Drug overdose deaths in the United States have reached unprecedented levels in recent years and continue to rise. Counselors are uniquely positioned to respond to this crisis but may be reluctant or not equipped to do so due to a variety of factors, including scope of practice concerns. Responding to this crisis, however, is a clinical necessity and an ethical imperative for all practicing counselors, regardless of specialty area. A review of proposed responses at the macro/systemic, professional, and personal levels is presented, with concrete examples within each level, to assist counselors in identifying and implementing professional activity, advocacy, and engagement to address the unprecedented national public health emergency. Specific considerations for advocacy and for clinical practice are proposed to further assist counselors and motivate action.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"2015 1","pages":"112-124"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73903857","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Associations Between Trauma-Informed Care Components and Multiple Health and Psychosocial Risks Among LGBTQ Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence.","authors":"Nadav Antebi-Gruszka, Jillian R Scheer","doi":"10.17744/mehc.43.2.04","DOIUrl":"10.17744/mehc.43.2.04","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals disproportionately experience intimate partner violence (IPV) and resulting negative health consequences compared to cisgender heterosexual individuals. This study builds on prior recent work by examining specific trauma-informed care (TIC) components most associated with a comprehensive set of health and psychosocial risks among 298 LGBTQ IPV survivors who sought and accessed trauma-related services (e.g., mental health counseling). Results indicated that TIC components are differentially associated with LGBTQ clients' health and well-being. Specifically, greater perceptions of providers who fostered agency and mutual respect were associated with better outcomes, whereas greater perceptions of providers who focused on culture and increasing opportunities to connect with other survivors were related to negative outcomes. These findings underscore the need for providers to prioritize LGBTQ clients' sense of agency and mutual respect and identify for whom focusing on culture and connecting with other LGBTQ survivors might be beneficial.</p>","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"43 2","pages":"139-156"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8174812/pdf/nihms-1695128.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39065116","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lei Wang, Ellen L. Vaughan, Shitao Chen, Lynn Gilman
{"title":"Infusing Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies: Reflection on Establishing Mandarin Counseling Services","authors":"Lei Wang, Ellen L. Vaughan, Shitao Chen, Lynn Gilman","doi":"10.17744/MEHC.43.2.01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/MEHC.43.2.01","url":null,"abstract":"Due to the unique needs for and barriers to help-seeking among Asian international students, mental health services must attend to both culturally specific and linguistic-specific services. This paper describes successful efforts to establish counseling services in Mandarin Chinese in a large Midwestern university counseling training clinic with a commitment to multiculturalism and social justice. We first discuss the benefits of linguistic-specific mental health services, as well as the establishment of Mandarin counseling services and the Mandarin Mental Wellness Counseling Group. For the 8-week Mandarin Mental Wellness Counseling Group, we include a table with a summary of our agenda and interventions for readers to replicate and implement such a group. We also share considerations for supervision that is only available in English. We then discuss the rewards and challenges of establishing Mandarin counseling services. We conclude with recommendations for future efforts in practice, training, and research.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"1 1","pages":"95-111"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"91249426","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Playfulness and Older Adults: Implications for Quality of Life","authors":"Y. Saliba, Sejal M. Barden","doi":"10.17744/MEHC.43.2.05","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/MEHC.43.2.05","url":null,"abstract":"Changes in health, relationships, support systems, and social identity are inevitable throughout the life span. Therefore, research focused on mitigating the negative effects of changes due to aging while also improving quality of life (QoL) is warranted. As such, the aim of the current research study was to examine the extent to which subjective age, playfulness, and depression predict QoL among adults over the age of 55. Adults (N = 1,315) who were 55 and older were surveyed both face to face and online. Standard multiple regression was utilized, and results identified a statistically significant model with depression predicting the largest unique contribution. Playfulness predicted a small, statistically significant contribution, while subjective age did not statistically contribute to the prediction. Implications provide a new perspective on variables associated with quality of life and older adults.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"81 1","pages":"157-171"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74862756","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Stereotyping Among Graduate Students in Mental Health Fields: An EEG Study","authors":"Wesley B. Webber, Firat Soylu, J. Burnham","doi":"10.31234/OSF.IO/YPS43","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31234/OSF.IO/YPS43","url":null,"abstract":"Counselors are obligated to work effectively with diverse groups, yet human tendencies toward stereotyping and biases can impede counselors’ efforts. Understanding implicit processes in social cognition and factors that might affect them is important because implicit stereotyping and biases can influence counselors’ work. In this study we tested the hypothesis that graduate students in mental health fields would show indicators of implicit stereotyping in a perceptual judgment task. Both behavioral and neural (ERP) measures were used as indexes for stereotyping. We also hypothesized that mindful observing and multicultural awareness would moderate stereotyping effects. Our first hypothesis was partially supported, as participants showed ERP and behavioral markers of stereotyping toward black men and white women. Our hypotheses regarding moderators were not supported, as these stereotyping effects were not moderated by mindful observing or multicultural awareness. Implications for counseling practice, counselor educator programs, and counseling research are discussed.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"68 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89650527","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
G. M. Russo, Eraina Schauss, Surabhi Naik, Rhea Banerjee, Michelle Ghoston, Laura k. Jones, C. Zalaquett, Eric T. Beeson, Thom A. Field
{"title":"Extent of Counselor Training in Neuroscience-Informed Counseling Competencies","authors":"G. M. Russo, Eraina Schauss, Surabhi Naik, Rhea Banerjee, Michelle Ghoston, Laura k. Jones, C. Zalaquett, Eric T. Beeson, Thom A. Field","doi":"10.17744/mehc.43.1.05","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.43.1.05","url":null,"abstract":"Little information currently exists on counselor preparation and preparedness to integrate neuroscience into counseling practice. To address this literature gap, we conducted a national descriptive survey study to examine the extent to which counselors had received training in American Mental Health Counselors Association’s Biological Bases of Behavior competencies. A survey was sent to a sample of 5,483 potential participants, and 4.85% of participants (N = 260) consented to participate in the survey research. Cumulatively, respondents reported exposure across all of the competencies with varying levels of training across items. Continuing education was a common pathway to training for many competencies and was often more common than graduate education. Participants reported that they had not yet received training in several competency areas. We discuss implications for counselor training and preparation.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"26 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87959410","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kaitlyn M. Bruns, Amanda C. La Guardia, Michael D. Brubaker, J. Farrow, S. Cotton, M. DelBello
{"title":"Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy–Child With Youth Who Have a Parent Diagnosed With Bipolar I Disorder","authors":"Kaitlyn M. Bruns, Amanda C. La Guardia, Michael D. Brubaker, J. Farrow, S. Cotton, M. DelBello","doi":"10.17744/mehc.43.1.04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.43.1.04","url":null,"abstract":"Youth who have parents with bipolar I disorder appear to be most at risk for developing early-onset bipolar symptoms. The current study examined how one group counseling intervention, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy–child, may improve emotional awareness and influence the family environment over a 12-week treatment interval for a group of youth aged 11–16. Improving emotional awareness and the family environment may help slow symptom expression for youth at risk for developing bipolar I disorder. Changes in depressive symptoms for each participant were assessed using a single-case research design method to help better understand the mechanisms of change throughout treatment. While results indicate changes in emotional awareness, the majority were statistically nonsignificant. Notably, participants’ perception of control significantly changed, and participants reported significant positive changes in family environment. Some participants experienced decreases in depression over the course of the intervention.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"32 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75558910","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Culturally Adapted Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in the Treatment of Panic Episodes and Depression in an African American Woman: A Clinical Case Illustration","authors":"D. Wallace, Ryan G. Carlson, J. Ohrt","doi":"10.17744/mehc.43.1.03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.43.1.03","url":null,"abstract":"African American women experience multiple factors that increase their risks of developing mental health disturbances, particularly depression and panic episodes. Effective treatment of these disorders requires adaptation of evidence-based treatments to demonstrate cultural competency. Adapting theoretical approaches to meet the cultural needs of African American female clients by incorporating their preferred coping methods into treatment is one example of genuine regard and culturally responsive clinical practice. In this paper, we provide a review of relevant literature describing unique considerations for working with African American women, as well as a case illustration to highlight the implementation of culturally adapting cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in the treatment of panic episodes and depression with an African American woman. A session-by-session protocol outlines how to adapt CBT to meet the client’s coping preferences of spirituality, family, and community.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"80007851","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Podcasts as an Evolution of Bibliotherapy","authors":"D. Robert Casares, Erin E. Binkley","doi":"10.17744/mehc.43.1.02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.43.1.02","url":null,"abstract":"For over a century, clinicians have utilized a variety of written materials—a practice traditionally referred to as bibliotherapy—to address a diverse range of client issues and facilitate the process of growth, healing, and change. Recently, podcasts have experienced a dramatic increase in popularity and cultural influence, which has allowed the medium to expand access to learning information that was once primarily delivered in print media. Through a review of current digital media trends, relevant academic literature, and several clinical applications, this article highlights the suitability of podcasts to function as an evolution of the traditional practice of bibliotherapy and provides guidelines for effectively selecting and integrating podcasts into clinical practice.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90806974","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Using Storytelling for Counseling With Children Who Have Experienced Trauma","authors":"Krystyne Mendoza, L. Bradley","doi":"10.17744/mehc.43.1.01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.43.1.01","url":null,"abstract":"This article presents a fictional case study that illustrates the use of a model for storytelling, focusing on counseling with traumatically abused children. A review of information on child welfare is presented with a historical account of expressive modalities used in the therapeutic context when working with children. Since stories provide a developmentally appropriate means of communication, a brief review on the efficacy of using storytelling techniques with children is also provided. While the value of stories is inherent and commonly known, formal methods for utilizing stories in counseling are lacking. This article creates a foundation in which counselors can embrace storytelling as they seek to understand the stories with which children work. A fictional case vignette further illustrates the use of a model for storytelling.","PeriodicalId":90224,"journal":{"name":"Journal of mental health counseling","volume":"44 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89166134","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}