To date, there is very little literature to guide mental health practitioners working with Muslim couples and families in the United States. Cultural differences may be expected to limit the relevance of some approaches; but Bowen theory seems to have particular relevance for Muslim couples. Counselors practicing Bowen Family Systems theory serve as consultants engaging the couple in the processing and understanding of current patterns of dysfunctional behavior. This article reviews basic tenets of Bowen theory, summarizes some common experiences of Muslim couples living in America, and suggests ways in which Bowen theory can be applied in a way that is respectful to the unique values, history, and expectations of Muslim couples. A case study is provided.

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Countertransference (CT) has been recognized as a significant variable in the process and outcome of therapy and counseling for over 100 years. A review of the literature suggests that little attention has been devoted to strategies that supervisors can use to address CT in supervision with novice counselors. Informed by models of CT proposed by Ladany, Friedlander, and Nelson () and Van Wagoner, Gelso, Hayes, and Diemer (), this article provides counselor educators and field placement supervisors with a reflective strategy for the holistic supervision of CT.

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Within the next 15 years, the population of older persons in the United States is expected to reach 20% of the population by 2030. Undoubtedly, there will be an increase in the number of older persons with mental health issues as well as issues simply related to aging. The purpose of this article is twofold. It will briefly examine how the counseling profession has addressed the needs of the aging population. Second, it will provide an introduction to reality therapy as a flexible theoretical approach that can be tailored to individuals throughout the life span. This approach can help older persons in making choices that are need fulfilling and tailored to match their dreams and identified wants.