Monthly Archives: June 2014

Friday Factoids: Bullying and Risk for Suicide

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Susan Vaught

    One of the most common concerns that arise in counseling with children and teens is the aspect of bullying. Bullying can have lasting effects on a personā€™s self-esteem and view of himself.   Dr. Susan Swearer, bullying expert, … Continue reading →

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Friday Factoids: What is Play Therapy and Why Does It Matter?

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Susan Vaught

    Play is a childā€™s job when they are young. The natural medium of communication for children is play and activity. Play is the way children learn what no one can teach them. Childrenā€™s play represents the attempt of … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Dr. Lorence!

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Susan Vaught

      WKPIC would like to congratulate Margarita Lorence, 2012-2013 intern, on completing her dissertation and graduation requirements. Way to go, Dr. Lorence! Now, go change the world. We know you can do it.

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Friday Factoids: Therapist–Or Hypocrite?

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Susan Vaught

    No one wants to be called a hypocrite. A hypocrite means you are a fraud. You say one thing but live in a different way. How many times are we hypocrites as therapists?   We tell our clients … Continue reading →

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Friday Factoids: Trust and Caring are Keys to Clinical Supervision

Posted on June 7, 2014 by Susan Vaught

    As psychologists, we will most likely supervise practicum students, interns, or postdoctoral students at some point in our careers. Campbell (2006) explains that the key to a successful supervisory relationship is to create an atmosphere of safety and … Continue reading →

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Article Review: Do Patients Improve After Short Psychiatric Admission? A Cohort Study in Italy

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Susan Vaught

Does short inpatient care make a significant difference? Mental Health care professionals and treatment team staff here at Western State Hospital (WSH) ponder this question daily. Patients at WSH are admitted every day due to major psychopathology yet are discharged … Continue reading →

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