The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore how six counselor education doctoral students perceive recovery. The objective of the study was to understand counselors-in-training view of recovery. Findings revealed five themes: mind, feelings, body, support, and spirituality, all interconnected with a holistic center. Based on the findings, counselor educators should encourage doctoral students to reflect on their perspectives of recovery.

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Choosing to use a formal diagnosis in couples and family counseling can be a treatment conundrum for counselors who believe they must provide a diagnosis. To create a diagnosis for financial reimbursement is a fraudulent and an unethical practice. This article addresses diagnosis in couples and family work and offers strategies to use when not diagnosing.

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