The applications are due Friday, September 13.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
CSPA-NYS Graduate Student Scholarship
CSPA has a small scholarship available for graduate students in NYS
higher ed programs. For more information and application: http://www.cspanys.org/
The applications are due Friday, September 13.
The applications are due Friday, September 13.
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
Memorial of William Glasser from Bob Wubboldling
Counseling Profession Loses a Friend and a Legend of Counseling
by Bob and Sandie Wubbolding
On August 23, 2013 Dr. William Glasser died peacefully in his home surrounded by his wife Carleen and his son Martin. He had been in a state of declining health for several years and had been retired for four years.
He will always be remembered for founding reality therapy. His groundbreaking book Reality Therapy, published in 1965 created a stir among professional people. This book was the result of his experience and research in a mental hospital and a correctional institution. He described how he believed people chose their behavior and could therefore alter it. Even though he was a psychiatrist the psychiatry profession did not readily accept his work. But counselors, social workers and educators welcomed it enthusiastically and began implementing it in schools, clinics and in correctional institutions.
For 50 years Dr. Glasser traveled throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia lecturing to large groups of professional people and others who wished to assist their clients more effectively or who wished to improve their own lives. As time went by he added a theoretical basis to the practical delivery system. He called the theory “choice theory” and described it as the train track for the train, reality therapy. One provides direction and the other is the vehicle or the methodology for helping individuals become more in control of their lives.
In 1974 he developed a certification process in reality therapy. Since that time, thousands of people have taken training programs and been certified in reality therapy through the William Glasser Institute. At the present time this program exists in over 20 countries and on six continents.
In his many books, lectures and conversations he always stressed the importance of human relationships as central to effective mental health. As a visionary he wanted to teach his system to the world. As a practical service provider he always demonstrated his system in his teaching by asking members of the audience to present him with difficult situations. He frequently said, “Give me your toughest clients” and immediately related to them with empathy, firmness and most of all with his eye-twinkling humor.
Reality therapy and its theoretical basis choice theory are now represented in most counseling textbooks and are taught in counseling courses. His system has gained respect and prestige as a scientifically proven methodology applied to persons from cultures around the world.
He was a frequent presenter at ACA conferences delivering keynote addresses. He especially enjoyed talking to students and practitioners in the exhibit hall while spending hours each day answering questions and autographing books. In 2004 he was pleased receive the Legend in Counseling Award for his development of reality therapy presented by the American Counseling Association.
At the 1990 International Conference of the William Glasser Institute, the Silver Anniversary of the publication of Reality Therapy, the superintendent of the Ventura School, Bea Dolan, sent the following touching tribute to Dr. Glasser emphasizing human relationships:
Quite recently, a woman approached him at his home and begged him for advice for how to deal with her 3 year-old son. He paused for a long time and then reached deep down inside his soul and gave her 2 suggestions: “Always treat him as if he is good.” And “Set up circumstances where he can only succeed.” These wise words could serve as his suggestions for all counselors. They represent for us a worldview, an attitude toward clients and his perception of all human beings. These two sentiments transcend a particular counseling system in that they summarize his legacy.
From a personal point of view, we feel a deep sense of loss. Our relationship with him is exemplified by his visit to us after Bob’s heart surgery. He came from Los Angeles to Cincinnati, Ohio to check on my health and as he said, “I wanted to see with my own two eyes that you are healing.” We considered him friend, family, mentor, colleague, visionary. Rest in peace, good friend.
by Bob and Sandie Wubbolding
On August 23, 2013 Dr. William Glasser died peacefully in his home surrounded by his wife Carleen and his son Martin. He had been in a state of declining health for several years and had been retired for four years.
He will always be remembered for founding reality therapy. His groundbreaking book Reality Therapy, published in 1965 created a stir among professional people. This book was the result of his experience and research in a mental hospital and a correctional institution. He described how he believed people chose their behavior and could therefore alter it. Even though he was a psychiatrist the psychiatry profession did not readily accept his work. But counselors, social workers and educators welcomed it enthusiastically and began implementing it in schools, clinics and in correctional institutions.
For 50 years Dr. Glasser traveled throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia lecturing to large groups of professional people and others who wished to assist their clients more effectively or who wished to improve their own lives. As time went by he added a theoretical basis to the practical delivery system. He called the theory “choice theory” and described it as the train track for the train, reality therapy. One provides direction and the other is the vehicle or the methodology for helping individuals become more in control of their lives.
In 1974 he developed a certification process in reality therapy. Since that time, thousands of people have taken training programs and been certified in reality therapy through the William Glasser Institute. At the present time this program exists in over 20 countries and on six continents.
In his many books, lectures and conversations he always stressed the importance of human relationships as central to effective mental health. As a visionary he wanted to teach his system to the world. As a practical service provider he always demonstrated his system in his teaching by asking members of the audience to present him with difficult situations. He frequently said, “Give me your toughest clients” and immediately related to them with empathy, firmness and most of all with his eye-twinkling humor.
Reality therapy and its theoretical basis choice theory are now represented in most counseling textbooks and are taught in counseling courses. His system has gained respect and prestige as a scientifically proven methodology applied to persons from cultures around the world.
He was a frequent presenter at ACA conferences delivering keynote addresses. He especially enjoyed talking to students and practitioners in the exhibit hall while spending hours each day answering questions and autographing books. In 2004 he was pleased receive the Legend in Counseling Award for his development of reality therapy presented by the American Counseling Association.
At the 1990 International Conference of the William Glasser Institute, the Silver Anniversary of the publication of Reality Therapy, the superintendent of the Ventura School, Bea Dolan, sent the following touching tribute to Dr. Glasser emphasizing human relationships:
“We at the Ventura School started every treatment program the
department had: citizens’ advisory groups, ward advisory committees,
small and large group counseling, off-campus services, etc. And what
did we get – each other! A reward beyond compare.”
Quite recently, a woman approached him at his home and begged him for advice for how to deal with her 3 year-old son. He paused for a long time and then reached deep down inside his soul and gave her 2 suggestions: “Always treat him as if he is good.” And “Set up circumstances where he can only succeed.” These wise words could serve as his suggestions for all counselors. They represent for us a worldview, an attitude toward clients and his perception of all human beings. These two sentiments transcend a particular counseling system in that they summarize his legacy.
From a personal point of view, we feel a deep sense of loss. Our relationship with him is exemplified by his visit to us after Bob’s heart surgery. He came from Los Angeles to Cincinnati, Ohio to check on my health and as he said, “I wanted to see with my own two eyes that you are healing.” We considered him friend, family, mentor, colleague, visionary. Rest in peace, good friend.
Monday, May 13, 2013
ACA Job Posting
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The College of Saint Rose Campus Violence Study
First Annual Sexuality Week Takes Place to Bring Awareness
In addition to the poster presentation, the results of a campus survey on abuse and violence was shown. The survey was administered to students over the course of the 2010-2011 academic year. The students were asked to report experiences they had regarding behaviors that constitute harassment, stalking, and sexual assault of others while attending the College. Students also reported their own experiences with those behaviors as well as witnessing these behaviors.
Dr. Michael Bologna, who headed the survey, explains the reasons for conducting this type of evaluation. “We felt we really needed to have an idea of the prevalence of the problems related to interpersonal partner violence,” Bologna said, “as well as bystander responses.”
The survey was completed by 1,159 students, 84.2% female and 15.8% male. Both undergraduates (72%) and graduate students (27.2%) participated in this survey. It was found that both males and females were to report harassment, verbal, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse in their current relationship but they were more likely to report abuse in their past relationship than current.
No connection was found in reporting abuse and the usage of alcohol. But, the results did show that individuals who drank between one and three alcoholic drinks a week was associated with being a victim of sexual coercion. There was no significant association between reporting physical abuse by a current partner and alcohol usage.
Although it would seem likely to get help for abuse, very few students sought help. Students are more willing to seek help from friends.
“Sometimes I think it’s just they don’t know who to go to,” Dennis McDonald, Vice President of Student Affairs said. “ And so they turn to a friend, and think I have at least told someone.”
The types of abuse by a partner are as followed: sexual coercion/abuse by a partner, physical abuse by a partner, and emotional abuse by a partner. Verbal abuse by a partner was the highest at 17% followed by harassment/stalking by a partner at 11.2%.
Along with the results of the survey, it was shown that the help seeking coincided with the type of abuse.
Those in current relationships made the decision to seek help based on:
These behaviors were predominantly witnessed at a bar or party (62.3%) followed by an off campus apartment (56.4%). The college has responded to these findings by having ongoing training of all security and student affairs staff. Outreach to students regarding services and support through new student orientation, educational presentations and campus events. Stop Abuse Awareness Campaigns. Outreach to faculty through school meetings, and linkages between the college and community agencies, hospitals police and legal systems.
Saint Rose students can go to different places to fit the type of help they seek. “They can go to the counseling center, if they want to keep something confidential. If they felt they are at risk and wanted some protection they could go to the campus security office and make a report there,” McDonald said.
The reported rates of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, and people’s reporting experiences are very similar to other that have been done, as well as, other college campuses. “I think the data we collected is fairly accurate,” Bologna said, “because it looks like data among other college aged students on other campuses across the country.”
Abuse in relationships in today’s day and age is a very serious matter. Not many people report that they have been abused and it needs to change. People shouldn’t be afraid of their partner or afraid to talk to someone about what is going on. If you are in an unhealthy relationship, look at the signs; you feel pressured to change who you are to please your partner, justifying your actions with your partner, you notice your partner is trying to control or manipulate you. That is not a healthy relationship. You should be able to communicate and trust your partner. Find that relationship. In the end it’s not worth it to stick with the unhealthy relationship if you are going to end up unhappy and hurt emotionally, mentally and physically.
“I think that the data suggests that Saint rose is not worse off or no better off,” Bologna said, “than any other college campus.”
Original article can be viewed here: http://strosechronicle.com/wordpress/sexuality-at-saint-rose/
Written By by Published on April 22, 2013 at 8:00 pm
By BRITTNEY DEVOE
Contributing Writer
A poster exhibit featuring topics like: healthy and unhealthy relationships, dating violence and Take Back the Night, was presented Tuesday in the Standish Room of the EAC. The College Saint Rose held its first annual sexuality week. Throughout the week, events took place on campus for students.In addition to the poster presentation, the results of a campus survey on abuse and violence was shown. The survey was administered to students over the course of the 2010-2011 academic year. The students were asked to report experiences they had regarding behaviors that constitute harassment, stalking, and sexual assault of others while attending the College. Students also reported their own experiences with those behaviors as well as witnessing these behaviors.
Dr. Michael Bologna, who headed the survey, explains the reasons for conducting this type of evaluation. “We felt we really needed to have an idea of the prevalence of the problems related to interpersonal partner violence,” Bologna said, “as well as bystander responses.”
The survey was completed by 1,159 students, 84.2% female and 15.8% male. Both undergraduates (72%) and graduate students (27.2%) participated in this survey. It was found that both males and females were to report harassment, verbal, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse in their current relationship but they were more likely to report abuse in their past relationship than current.
No connection was found in reporting abuse and the usage of alcohol. But, the results did show that individuals who drank between one and three alcoholic drinks a week was associated with being a victim of sexual coercion. There was no significant association between reporting physical abuse by a current partner and alcohol usage.
Photo Courtesy of Brittney Devoe
“Sometimes I think it’s just they don’t know who to go to,” Dennis McDonald, Vice President of Student Affairs said. “ And so they turn to a friend, and think I have at least told someone.”
The types of abuse by a partner are as followed: sexual coercion/abuse by a partner, physical abuse by a partner, and emotional abuse by a partner. Verbal abuse by a partner was the highest at 17% followed by harassment/stalking by a partner at 11.2%.
Along with the results of the survey, it was shown that the help seeking coincided with the type of abuse.
Those in current relationships made the decision to seek help based on:
- Partner blaming you for problems
- Partner made you feel intimidated/afraid
- Partner caused injuries that required medical attention
- Partner prohibited you from socializing
- Partner made you change your behavior to keep partner from getting angry
- Partner threw something at you
- Partner displayed a weapon
- Partner threatened to hurt you
- Partner hit, slapped, or pushed you
- Partner threatened to hurt themselves if you did not do what he or she wanted
These behaviors were predominantly witnessed at a bar or party (62.3%) followed by an off campus apartment (56.4%). The college has responded to these findings by having ongoing training of all security and student affairs staff. Outreach to students regarding services and support through new student orientation, educational presentations and campus events. Stop Abuse Awareness Campaigns. Outreach to faculty through school meetings, and linkages between the college and community agencies, hospitals police and legal systems.
Saint Rose students can go to different places to fit the type of help they seek. “They can go to the counseling center, if they want to keep something confidential. If they felt they are at risk and wanted some protection they could go to the campus security office and make a report there,” McDonald said.
The reported rates of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, and people’s reporting experiences are very similar to other that have been done, as well as, other college campuses. “I think the data we collected is fairly accurate,” Bologna said, “because it looks like data among other college aged students on other campuses across the country.”
Abuse in relationships in today’s day and age is a very serious matter. Not many people report that they have been abused and it needs to change. People shouldn’t be afraid of their partner or afraid to talk to someone about what is going on. If you are in an unhealthy relationship, look at the signs; you feel pressured to change who you are to please your partner, justifying your actions with your partner, you notice your partner is trying to control or manipulate you. That is not a healthy relationship. You should be able to communicate and trust your partner. Find that relationship. In the end it’s not worth it to stick with the unhealthy relationship if you are going to end up unhappy and hurt emotionally, mentally and physically.
“I think that the data suggests that Saint rose is not worse off or no better off,” Bologna said, “than any other college campus.”
Original article can be viewed here: http://strosechronicle.com/wordpress/sexuality-at-saint-rose/
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