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RESIDENT S ESSAGE expertise based on professional, clinical practice that can be P ’ M specialized for Latter-day Saints, please send a proposal for a convention presentation. Dear AMCAP Members, I have been delighted by the increase in research It has been nearly two years since I began my term both by and about Latter-day Saints. This gives us the of service as your President. As this privilege draws to a opportunity to speak truth to the professional world in a close, I frequently reflect on my experience and what it has language it respects. A large and growing body of research meant to me. AMCAP is alive and thriving because of the now exists that shows the mental health benefits of having a dedication and commitment of its members. Nearly all rich, inner spiritual life. AMCAP has been a leader in AMCAP activities are made possible by volunteers who share presenting and publishing research that disputes myths and their time and expertise. One of the great joys in serving as misconceptions about Latter-day Saints and mental health. your President has been being able to have closer association We received press coverage across the US following Sherrie with members and those who serve in leading, organizing and Johnson’s presentation of research on LDS women and directing AMCAP activities. I feel deeply honored to belong depression. I hope that AMCAP can continue to promote and to such a group . AMCAP is alive and thriving because of the support research and scholarly works of interest to Latter-day members’ commitments to professionalism, gospel standards Saints. We continue our quest to understand truth by and service. integrating both study and faith.

We have made some great strides forward. We are My greatest joy, however, has been sharing increasing our use of technology. Our website receives hits friendship, ideas and testimonies with others who are from all over the world. This opens a window of opportunity committed to the Lord and to the happiness and health of to provide education about spiritual integration with mental others. These associations energize me, strengthen me and health to a world-wide audience. Internet access also makes it provide a forum for personal and professional growth. I hope possible to draw our members closer together and offer more these friendships will be Eternal. I express a warm “Thank services beyond the Wasatch Front and Western United You” to all who serve and share with AMCAP. It has been States. We now have members throughout the US as well as nearly two years since I began my term of service as your in many other parts of the world. The ldscounselor.net President. As this privilege draws to a close, I frequently website provides access to LDS counselors and psycho- reflect on my experience and what it has meant to me. therapists to those seeking referrals for LDS providers. There AMCAP is alive and thriving because of the dedication and is still much that could be done with technology. It is the commitment of its members. Nearly all AMCAP activities volunteer service of our members that will make it possible to are made possible by volunteers who share their time and continue to grow and to serve worldwide needs. expertise. One of the great joys in serving as your President has been being able to have closer association with members I have been very impressed by the professionalism of and those who serve in leading, organizing and directing our members. We are now able to offer Continuing Education AMCAP activities. I feel deeply honored to belong to such a credits approved by several professional organizations. This group. AMCAP is alive and thriving because of the raises the bar in our responsibility to provide members with members’ commitments to professionalism, gospel standards convention presentations that are grounded in solid and service. professional, scientific, research and practices. We want to do this while still incorporating the unique spiritual needs of our Marleen S. Williams, Ph.D. members and their clients. This has been possible so far President, 2003-2005 because of the willingness of so many individuals to prepare Association of Mormon Counselors and present workshops and presentations based on both and Psychotherapists professional literature and a strong knowledge of Gospel principles. We need more volunteers. If you have an area of

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Fall Convention 2004 September 30-October 1, 2004 Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake City

Building upon a Foundation of Truth

CE Credits Available KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Elder Joe Christensen Daniel K. Judd, Ph.D. PLENARY SPEAKERS: Robert L. Gleave, Ph.D., Roger Belisle, M.A. Dallas Jensen, M.A., Douglas E. Brinley, Ph.D.

Larry Burk, MA • Rachel Crook-Lyon, Ph.D • A. Dean Byrd, Ph.D. • Alfred C. Dodini, Ph.D., LCSW Shawn C. Edgington, Ph.D. • Noel C. Gill, Ph.D. • Kara Heugley, CPCI • Rebecca Jorgensen, Ph.D. James B. Lewis, LCSW, CSAT II • Stevan Lars Nielsen, Ph.D. • Anne M. Makin • Randy K. Moss, Ph.D. Kari A. O’Grady, BS • Christine S. Packard, MC, LPC • Kristine Plummer, LCSW • David C. Pruden MS, CFLE Rory C. Reid, CSW • Russell Seigenberg, Ph.D. • Thomas Sevy, LCSW • Marleen Williams, Ph.D.

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MEET THE CANDIDATES Vote at Fall Convention or send in your Ballot A new AMCAP President and two new Governing Board members will be elected at the Fall 2004 AMCAP Convention, to be held September 30 and October 1 at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake City. Candidates for President are John Livingston and Kristine Plummer. Candidates for the Board posi- tions are Shane Adamson, Rachel Crook Lyon, Robert Gleave and Edward Martinelli. If you are unable to attend the convention, please complete the Absentee Ballot on page 10 and mail or fax it to AMCAP. CANDIDATES FOR PRESIDENT

John Livingstone, Ed.D. Kristine Plummer, LCSW

John P. Livingstone is a Canadian who came to Kris Plummer graduated with a BS in psychol- BYU in 1998 following his service as President of ogy from Southern Utah University and received the Michigan Detroit Mission. He and his wife her MSW degree from the University of Utah in Linda are the parents of six daughters, one son 1997. Her social work experience includes em- and an ever-growing (now 18) number of grand- ployment with: LDS Family Services, LDS Hos- children. He began employment with the Church pital, Davis County School District, and cur- Educational System in 1972 and is currently As- rently with Davis Counseling Center in Farming- sociate Professor of Church History and Doctrine. ton, Utah as a part-time private practitioner. As He is the Bishop of the Lakeview 8th Ward in a “military wife” Kris and her family have lived in southwest Orem. As a young man, he served in several states as well as in Europe and . the Southwest Indian Mission (Navaho speaking). She currently resides in Bountiful Utah with her He currently serves on the AMCAP Board as husband Doug. Kris has four children and nine Continuing Education Director. He also serves as grandchildren. National Secretary for American Indian Services, a non-profit Native American scholarship provider Vision for AMCAP under Dr. Dale T. Tingey. John is a “chartered” psychologist in two Canadian provinces. “I envision AMCAP, as our membership in- creases, having a profound, far-reaching influ- Vision for AMCAP ence on LDS mental health professionals as well as those individuals we treat, as we strive “AMCAP is a wonderful organization that allows to integrate spiritual and clinical healing prac- us to learn, share, and grow within a professional tices. As there is strength in numbers, my hope association of faith. As the Continuing Education would be that each AMCAP member would in- Director on the AMCAP Board, I have been able vite and encourage new members to join, thus to see that we can be excellent in both our pro- providing increased support and unity for men- fessions and in our gospel faithfulness. As we tal heath professionals who share gospel stan- assist each other professionally, we can do so in dards. As our organization grows and flour- an atmosphere of spiritual caring and sensitivity. ishes, I envision AMCAP’s influence being felt Several AMCAP members have made indelible worldwide!” professional marks in their writing and research that have caused others within the profession to recognize a role for spirituality in the area of men- tal health. May the Lord bless us to continue to help others and each other as we exercise good judgment and are led by the Spirit in our profes- sional lives.”

MEET THE CANDIDATES

For Governing Board SHANE ADAMSON, LCSW Rachel Crook Lyon, Ph.D. CANDIDATE FOR AMCAP BOARD CANDIDATE FOR AMCAP BOARD

BACKGROUND: BACKGROUND:

Shane grew up in Pleasant Grove, Utah. He Rachel is currently an assistant professor was the oldest of five children. He attended in the Counseling Psychology and Special Brigham Young University receiving his BS in Education department at Brigham Young Family Science in 1993. During his senior year University teaching courses in supervision, at BYU, he courted and married Wendy Jones. consultation, and professional issues. In Shane received his Masters in Social Work at addition, Rachel sees clients at BYU’s uni- the University of Utah in 1995. In 1998, Shane versity counseling center. Her major re- started Family First Counseling. Shane is pas- search interests are dream work, spiritual- sionate about professionally helping families. ity issues in counseling, training and super- Shane is the proud father of three children vision, and the therapeutic relationship. Taylor, Noel, and Halle. His favorite activities Rachel currently serves as an ad hoc re- are date nights with his wife and spending time viewer for the Journal of College Counsel- with family. His hobbies are golf, scouting, ing, Psychotherapy Research, and associ- camping, and photography. ate editor of the AMCAP journal. She is member of the AMCAP board.

Vision for AMCAP Vision for AMCAP

“AMCAP has helped me develop as a clinician “I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience over the past decade. Therefore, I feel a need serving on the AMCAP board and becom- to give back to this great AMCAP organization. ing better acquainted with members at In my opinion, AMCAP's greatest asset is conventions. My association with AMCAP there Bi-annual conferences. In this last year, began when I was an undergraduate and I have found another AMCAP asset that I feel continued through graduate school at the is often under-used-- networking with col- University of Maryland where I sought out leagues. I have personally benefited by the the local chapter of AMCAP. The lively dis- new bulletin board on AMCAP's web-sight. I cussions with experienced and faithful cli- have also benefited by visiting with George nicians broadened both my professional Paulson SLC area coordinator in regards to and spiritual horizons in a supportive envi- developing and expanding my counseling ronment. Hence, my primary objective as clinic. As a board member, it would be wise to an AMCAP board member would be to of- learn the individual needs of the AMCAP mem- fer support for local AMCAP chapters bership and strive to find creative ways to across the nation as well as internationally meet those needs through AMCAP. I believe in introducing LDS graduate students in an organization, such as AMCAP, can make a mental health fields to AMCAP and in de- significant difference for good by identifying veloping supportive and nurturing networks and meeting the needs of its members.” of professionals.”

MEET THE CANDIDATES

For Governing Board

Robert Gleave, Ph.D. Edward Martinelli, Ed.D. CANDIDATE FOR AMCAP BOARD CANDIDATE FOR AMCAP BOARD

Robert is a graduate of Brigham Young Uni- Ed grew up a military child in the United versity and a Licensed Psychologist, holds States and spent 6 years in Japan. He gradu- joint appointments in the Brigham Young ated from BYU with bachelor’s and master’s University Counseling & Career Center and degrees in Psychology and Counseling and the Dept. of Counseling Psychology. He is Guidance, respectively. He is currently finish- listed in the National Registry of Certified ing his Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Group Psychotherapists and conducts a pri- Auburn University in Alabama. He works at vate practice in Provo, Utah. He was the BYU’s University Accessibility Center doing 1993 recipient of the American Psychologi- assessment work. He has been married for cal Association Karl F. Heiser Presidential 10 years to the former Laurel Chamberlain, Award, and is past president of the Utah and is the father of three children, Emma, Ed Psychological Association and the Utah Per- III, and Charlie. His interests include golf, sonnel & Guidance Association. Previously bowling, cross-stitch, and gardening. Re- he served as AMCAP Journal Associate Edi- search interests include assessment, prema- tor, and as a bishop in the LDS Church. ture birth, grief, and fatherhood.

Vision for AMCAP Vision for AMCAP

“I have been affiliated with AMCAP since its “As others have noted, AMCAP can and has early beginnings and share what I perceive been a source of strength and community for to be the vision of its founders. Over the LDS professionals for many years. I feel that years I have watched the growing pains of graduate and beginning professionals stand AMCAP as it struggled with identity and to as a great untapped resource for the organi- find its place. I now see AMCAP as a vi- zation. Many wonderful and bright students brant energetic young adult with some clarity have much to bring in the way of perspective, about where it is headed. While some sig- energy, and growth to AMCAP. I encourage nificant questions remain about the place the discourse between professions and pro- AMCAP will ultimately occupy on the world fessionals as we try to encourage, support, stage, it is clear to me that it is headed in and assist those we work with building strong that direction and that there is sufficient en- families, selves, and communities. I believe I ergy and talent within its ranks to step up to can bring a perspective of both Wasatch front the challenge. My hope for AMCAP is that it and “mission field” views to helping the or- will be a significant force in defining thinking ganization grow and reach out to all possible about mental health philosophy and practice. members.” I would like to be part of the energy that makes that happen.”

Absentee Ballot (For AMCAP members not attending the Fall Convention)

Please vote for one person to serve as President of AMCAP: John Livingstone Kristine Plummer

Please vote for two persons to serve as members of the AMCAP board: Shane Adamson Rachel Crook Lyon Robert Gleave Edward Martinelli

Ballot must be received by September 30, 2004. Mail, email, or fax your choices to AMCAP at: Mail: 2540 East 1700 South Salt Lake City, UT 84108

Fax: (801) 583-1305

E-mail: [email protected]

SPRING CONVENTION IN THE NEWS

The Distinguished Service to Humanity Award Received by Elder Morrison Covered in Salt Lake Press At our Spring Convention Elder Morrison, an emeritus general authority, came to receive the Distinguished Service to Humanity Award. AMCAP honored Elder Morrison for his support in de-stigmatizing mental illness. Coverage of this event was printed in the Deseret Morning News in an article by Carrie A. Moore, as well as in the Church News.

Quoting from the article Moore reported:

“ELDER MORRISON, WHOSE DAUGHTER, MARY, AND THE TERRIBLE TOLL IT TAKES MUST JOIN TO- SUFFERS FROM ONGOING MENTAL ILLNESS, WROTE GETHER TO SHOW THE TRUTH, TO BLOW AWAY WHAT MANY BELIEVE HAS BECOME A LANDMARK THE WINDS OF ERROR." LDS PROFESSIONALS MUST BOOK ON THE SUBJECT CALLED "VALLEY OF SOR- BE "THE VERY BEST IN YOUR FIELD" BOTH SPIRITU- ROW." HIS REASONS FOR DOING SO WERE "DEEPLY ALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY, HE SAID, BEFORE THE PERSONAL," HE SAID, NOTING WITH WIDER PSYCHOLOGICAL THE TERRIBLE

EMOTION THAT "I WISH I COULD TELL TOLL IT TAKES MUST JOIN TOGETHER TO

YOU THE ORDEAL WAS OVER, BUT IT IS SHOW THE TRUTH, TO BLOW AWAY THE NOT." HE WANTED TO "OPEN THE DOOR WINDS OF ERROR." LDS PROFESSIONALS ON A SUBJECT WHICH HAS BEEN TOO MUST BE "THE VERY BEST IN YOUR FIELD" LONG DENIED AND WHISPERED ABOUT BOTH SPIRITUALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY, BEHIND CLOSED DOORS." HE SAID IT HE SAID, BEFORE THE WIDER PSYCHOLOGI- WAS AN ATTEMPT TO HELP DISPEL CAL COMMUNITY WILL ACCEPT THE FACT "SOME OF THE IGNORANCE, LONG- THAT RELIGIOUS RESOURCES ARE AVAIL-

STANDING PREJUDICE AND WRONG- ABLE AND HELPFUL, IN ADDITION TO Elder Morrison HEADED FOOLISHNESS WHICH CHARAC- COUNSELING AND MEDICATION. TERIZE THE ATTITUDE OF MANY LATTER-DAY HE ASKED THEM TO "WEAR OUT YOUR SAINTS" REGARDING MENTAL ILLNESS. LIVES" IN THAT PURSUIT, PROMISING THAT "YOU, "PREJUDICE AND BIGOTRY" LEAD TO VALID YOUR FAMILIES, YOUR PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMI- AND WIDESPREAD FEARS ABOUT EMPLOYMENT, LIES WILL BE BLESSED PROFUSELY" AS A RESULT.” EDUCATION, FAMILY STABILITY AND THE OPPORTU- NITY FOR MARRIAGE AMONG THOSE WHO SUF- FER, HE SAID, ASKING FOR HELP FROM AMCAP MEMBERS. “ALL WHO KNOW ABOUT MENTAL ILLNESS We appreciated Elder Morrison’s presence and his remarks at the convention. We also appre- ciate his continued efforts in aiding those with mental health concerns.

Join us at the Fall Convention to recognize recipients of the Distinguished Service to AMCAP Award!

Facts and Fiction: LDS Women, Depression, and Religiosity Sherrie Mills Johnson taught a workshop at the spring convention that received media, both T.V. and Newspaper, coverage. Below are excerpts from the article Study elevates LDS women where Carrie A. Moore of the Deseret Morning News reported on Johnson’s presentation Friday April 2, 2004: A local researcher has good news for swered they were "very happy" compared to LDS women: They are less likely to be de- others, she said, with three times as many na- pressed than American women in general and tional women reporting they were "unhappy." show no major differences in overall life satis- More of the LDS women were married at faction compared to women nationwide. the time of the survey than those nationally, The findings poke some holes in the long- and the latter group had experienced divorce standing stereotype of LDS women as being at a rate four times higher than their LDS more depressed, according to Sherrie Mills counterparts, she said. Johnson, a sociologist at LDS Church-owned Measures of depression showed the LDS Brigham Young University. Speaking Thursday women experienced symptoms associated during the semiannual meeting of the Associa- with depression — on average about one day tion of Mormon Counselors and Psychothera- a week, while the national group experienced pists (AMCAP), Johnson said attempts to tie them 1.5 days per week. LDS women's religiosity to increased levels of Yet Johnson said the most significant find- depression simply don't hold up under re- ing of her study was that "increased religiosity search scrutiny. predicted increased life satisfaction and mental Johnson's study used two national surveys well-being." of LDS women — one of them focusing on 1,519 returned missionaries (RM) and the other on 617 women who had not served mis- Be Still sions (NM). She compared those findings to a Stress & Anxiety Management 1992-94 national study of 3,075 non-LDS women, the National Survey of Families and for Latter-day Saints Households (NSFH), noting that all three stud- ies included similar measures of depression In this self-help book, the and self-esteem. LDS reader learns more than Traditional women's roles involved with 40 different methods to marriage and homemaking have long been overcome the physical, emo- cited as part of the reason for the purported tional, mental, and spiritual depression, but national women were three to aspects to stress and anxiety. four times as dissatisfied with their work as The book is full of real sto- LDS women, Johnson's study shows. ries of Latter-day Saints, ex- Public religiosity was one measure used to amples from the scriptures, contrast the respondents, and it showed both and understanding words of the LDS groups scored significantly higher from LDS General Authorities. The book also in church attendance than non-LDS women. It comes with its own relaxation audio CD. The was the only religious factor that could be book & CD retails for $19.95 but is available to compared among the three groups, since the AMCAP members for only $11.97—40% off! national study didn't measure private religious practices like prayer, scripture reading, repen- To order call 1-800-256-5427 and mention AMCAP. tance and the influence of inspiration. Almost twice as many LDS women an-

Using Scripture to Facilitate Change Scot Allgood, Ph.D.

Two theological statements guided this work assignment to read, not paying atten- presentation. Joseph Smith stated “I told the tion to the story or doctrine, with a focus brethren that the Book of Mormon was the most on what the Lord has to say about their correct of any book on the earth, and the keystone situation will help the client be responsible of our religion, and a man would get nearer to for their own change. By asking them to God by abiding by it’s precepts than by any other write down their impressions related to book.” In a Spheres of Influence conference at actions they should take, you have a treat- BYU in 1986, Hugh Nibley reported that that pre- ment plan established by the Lord, and it dicting behavior of groups is relatively easy if you becomes the therapist’s job then to help understand the history or context of the group, but them implement and follow through with that it is virtually impossible to predict individual the plan. behavior. The exception is that “the Book of Mormon is the greatest change agent we have 3. Families can read and discuss the doc- available to us at this time.” trines to address problems in a very fo- cused way. Borrowing from current lead- In practice it is not unusual to have the ers, there is doctrinal precedence that read- seeming opposite occur. Who has not had clients ing and discussing will bring about a whose situation seemed to worsen after being told shared responsibility to solve the problems to forgive themselves? Or to read the scriptures to and will also increase the positive affect find answers to their problems? Clients then can expressed in the family. feel in a bind when the answers don’t seem to come. How is this experience reconciled with the 4. The therapist can read to increase their initial quotes? understanding of the process of change. This gives multiple benefits. First, there In the presentation there was a discussion will be a congruence in your own life and on four ways to use the Book of Mormon as an what you are asking clients to do. Sec- agent of change using in a brief therapy context. ondly, there is ample evidence that our For each of the ways, the instructions are to focus personal theory of change is modified on the principle being emphasized and lesser at- across the course of a career. A reading of tention to the stories or other doctrines they come non-therapy books with an emphasis on across. In brief, they are listed as follows: principles of change, helps the therapist clarify their own thinking. 1. Client can read to understand the charac- teristics of God and their relationship to In each of the above cases, as people read they Him. This helps resolve issues of faith will have a direction that can be built upon in tan- and life direction. As the person begins to gible ways. Once the client has a direction they understand their relationship to Deity it can commit themselves too, it is a simple matter becomes a simple matter to help them set for the therapist to help them fill in the intermedi- specific goals to become more congruent. ate steps.

2. Client can read to understand and receive [Scot Allgood is a professor in the Department of Family, revelation on their own problem. A home- Consumer and Human Development at Utah State University]

Conflict Free Marriage: Fantasy or Reality? Russell Seigenberg, Ph.D.

The priesthood holder is the assigned head of Marriage is governed by celestial laws the home. His wife is his counselor. He has agreed to obey every word out of the mouth of Marriage is a challenging enterprise for the God (D&C 84:44) and his wife is to obey him in best of people. Far too many marriages are in righteousness. (Since all men are imperfect, the trouble, even among the more faithful. One way wife is not expected to blindly obey the husband.) to conceptualize this difficulty is to recognize The husband leads by teaching his family correct that we too often turn to worldly methods to principles, not by ordering them about. The wife handle a celestial problem. Marriage is a celes- is to follow him when he advocates true princi- tial institution and can only be managed well by ples. Through her gospel study and inspiration, employing celestial principles. she can know what is right. The wife can also as- sist her husband in the task of choosing celestial And they who are not sanctified through the principles by which the family can live. law which I have given unto you, even the law of Wives, submit yourselves unto your own hus bands, Christ, must inherit another kingdom, even that of as it is fit in the Lord. (Colossians 3:18)

a terrestrial kingdom, or that of a telestial king The priesthood leads through righteousness dom. and persuasion, and not by force. No final deci- For he who is not able to abide the law of a ce sion should be made where there are strong oppos- lestial kingdom cannot abide a celestial glory. ing views. Decisions need to be unanimous. (D&C 88: 21-22) Therefore, the wife has veto power! When there

are disagreements, the couple should pray, ponder, Marriage is a covenant relationship and search the scriptures and other good books to find what celestial principle can guide them. Indi- Sacred obligations are made in the temple vidual feelings need to be placed aside as the cou- that bind us to correct conduct in our families. ple seeks the inspiration of the Lord. The goal is Behavior must be based upon God’s standards to live by correct principles and to be united in rather than dependent upon the actions of a purpose. spouse. Ideally, our relationship with the Savior is the cornerstone of the marriage. And every decision made by either of these quo rums must be by the unanimous voice of the same; And as pertaining to the new and everlasting that is, every member in each quorum must be covenant, it was instituted for the fulness of my agreed to its decisions in order to make their deci glory; and he that receiveth a fulness thereof sions of the same power or validity one with the must and shall abide the law, or he shall be other. (D&C 107:25-27) damned, saith the Lord God. (D&C 132:6.) A husband and wife should be one in har- The family is a priesthood-led organization mony, respect, and mutual consideration. Neither should plan or follow an independent course of action. They should consult, pray, and decide to-

Seigenberg-Conflict Free Marriage growth. gether. Remember that neither the wife nor the As we invite the Lord to soften our husband is the slave of the other. Husbands and hearts toward one another and as we sin- wives are equal partners. (Marion G. Romney "In cerely repent of our weaknesses, he will the Image of God" Ensign, Mar. 1978,2,4) change our hearts. He will turn us from our selfish, petty, worldly attitudes and fill us Strengthening the marital relationship with pure, Christlike love. (Elder Robert E. Wells “Overcoming Those Differences of The eternal rewards for obedience to our Opinion,” Ensign, Jan. 1987, 60) temple covenants are greater than we can imagine.

The blessings we can enjoy in this life are wonder- But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, ful as well. However, all too often individuals al- long suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, low selfishness, resentments, and lack of faith to Meekness, temperance: against such there get in the way of their fully keeping the promises is no law. (Galatians 5:22-23) they have made to the Lord. Contention and/or emotional withdrawal are the inevitable result and the strength of the marriage will be weakened. This mental renewal of covenants with the I would like to suggest a positive approach to Lord and each other helps both spouses start at marital stalemate. The couple can agree to make a the same time to make important changes. Per- total commitment to live by celestial standards. sonal motivation and harmony increase, and a Three very important areas to focus on would be positive cycle begins. As long as the couple love, responsibility, and respect. Showing greater continues to obey higher laws, their marriage love would include such things as expressing af- will enjoy the wonderful blessings of a celestial fection, spending time together, enjoying a posi- spirit. tive sexual relationship, and making those small Marriage, designed to be an eternal and large sacrifices that help our mate know he or covenant, is the most glorious and most ex- she is first in our heart. The area of responsibility alting principle ordained for the mature de- takes in major roles such as wage earner, manag- velopment of man. It has the greatest ca- ing the home, and parenting; but also encompasses pacity to develop to the fullest the positive __ related areas such as financial management and virtues of life unselfishness, tenderness, church activity. Respect includes being sensitive compassion, love, devotion, integrity, hon- and honoring our mate’s feelings. The goal is to esty, service, purity, nobility, and a host of concentrate on behaving as the Lord would have others. No ordinance is of more importance us do, allowing Jesus Christ his proper place as and none more sacred and more necessary the superintendent of the family unit. to the eternal joy of man. (Teachings of Ezra Taft Bensen p. 533)

Let every man be diligent in all things. (D&C 75:29) Agency

Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also Since we are all imperfect, our weak- loved the church, and gave himself for it. (Ephesians nesses and shortcomings can affect our 5:25) spouse’s sense of happiness and eternal direc- tion. It is human nature to be able to see the The most important ingredient in building a faults in others better than we can see our own celestial marriage is changing one’s heart. The deficiencies. Therefore, the most common key to a happy marriage generally lies in changing problem in marriage is to attempt to fix the ourselves, not our mate. Consistent adherence to marriage by coercing our mate to change. We the highest standards of attitude, emotion, and be- are usually quite sure that our spouse is to havior can only be made possible by submission blame for the problems, and if he or she would to the Lord’s perfect plan of repentance and just change, things would be fine. Typical

Seigenberg-Conflict Free Marriage likely to continue to strive to do all the right things. The other reason is that this may very well negative methods of influence include be the only way you can obtain cooperation in shame, guilt, nagging, shouting, arguing, ma- those areas most important to you. Perfect com- nipulation, intimidation, withdrawal, verbal pliance with celestial behavior is not required, abuse, and even physical force. These efforts only an open and willing attitude. It is more pos- to control one's mate through coercion al- sible to be patient (and even long-suffering) if one most always cause resentment and bring sees that his or her mate is making a sincere effort about only small changes at a great price. to progress. Regardless of our thoughts and feelings on any specific issue, each partner must be al- For the marriage to remain strong, lowed to freely choose to do the right thing. each partner must continue to maintain a posi- Agency is the most important of all the celes- tive attitude about following celestial law. tial principles and violation of this law re- Communication should be more for informa- sults in serious consequences. Contention tion gathering and support than for debate. must be completely done away with, or the Disagreements should be resolved by working marriage cannot enjoy the full blessings of together to understand the correct principles the Spirit of the Lord. pertaining to each situation. I firmly believe that couples that try the Lord's way for even a Nevertheless, my servants sinned a very few weeks will never want to return to their grievous sin; and contentions arose in the previous patterns. school of the prophets; which was very griev- ous unto me, saith your Lord; therefore I sent And it came to pass that there was no them forth to be chastened. (D&C 95:10-12) contention in the land, because of the love of God which did dwell in the hearts of the people. No power or influence can or ought to And there were no envyings, nor strifes, be maintained by virtue of the priesthood, nor tumults, nor whoredoms, nor lyings, nor only by persuasion, by long-suffering, by gen- murders, nor any manner of lasciviousness; tleness and meekness, and by love un- and surely there could not be a happier people feigned. (D&C 121:41) among all the people who had been created by the hand of God. (4Nephi 1:15-16) I have long felt that happiness in mar- riage is not so much a matter of romance If young people would resolve from the mo- as it is an anxious concern for the com- ment of their marriage, that from that time forth fort and well-being of one's companion. they would resolve and do everything in their That involves a willingness to overlook power to please each other in things that are right, weaknesses and mistakes. even to the sacrifice of their own pleasures, their Unfortunately, some women want own appetites, their own desires, the problem of to remake their husbands after their own adjustment in married life would take care of it- design. Some husbands regard it as their self, and their home would indeed be a happy prerogative to compel their wife to fit home. Great love is built on great sacrifice, and their standards of what they think to be that home where the principle of sacrifice for the the ideal. It never works. It only leads to welfare of each other is daily expressed is that contention, misunderstanding, and sor- home where there is a great love. (The Teachings row. (Teachings of Gordon B. Hinckley of Harold B. Lee pp.239-240) p. 325) [Russ Seigenberg is a Supervisor and Practicing Psychologist at Bear River Mental Health, and a member of the AMCAP Board.] The desire to maintain a celestial spirit in the home is the major reason each person is very

Mental Health Services for Missionaries: Pre-mission to Release Scharman, Ferre, Hardy, Burton, Perkins & Hendricks

In collaboration with the Missionary De- another local resource, or will receive telephone partment, LDS Family Services has developed an counseling by one of two practitioners housed at extensive system of mental health services for pre- the Missionary Department. Interventions result mission candidates, in-field missionaries, and those in 70 – 80 % of the missionaries treated remaining who return home early for emotional reasons. A in the field and completing their missions. panel of six LDS Family Services presenters out- Early-return interventions: Missionary clinics lined the services being provided to this unique have been established at LDS Family Services’ population within the Church. Specifically, these agencies in Salt Lake, Farmington and Provo to services include the following: assist those missionaries who return home early ● Pre-field screening for emotional reasons. Psychiatric and pharma- ● Pre-mission assessments cological services are available along with therapy ● MTC counseling and psycho-educational classes for both the mis- ● In-field counseling sionaries and their parents. ● Early-return psychiatric, therapeutic and Ecclesiastical consultations: Mission presidents, ● psycho-educational interventions stake presidents and bishops may seek consulta- ● Ecclesiastical consultations tion from LDS Family Services practitioners ● Materials development/Training whenever an emotional condition is identified. ● Interdepartmental collaboration These consultations are often crisis interventions and are greatly appreciated. Pre-field screening: Each week between 40-50 Materials development/Training: Printed mate- recommendation papers are reviewed by the Mis- rials helpful for families have already been pro- sionary Department’s mental health screening com- duced and there are plans for audiovisual support. mittee. Mental health volunteers and LDS Family Interdepartmental collaboration: LDS Family Services practitioners staff this committee. Ninety- Services works closely with the Missionary De- three percent of those evaluated are recommended partment by participating on several focused com- to serve. mittees. These committees often recommend pol- Pre-mission assessments: Practitioners provide icy and procedure changes that result in improved assessments of pre-mission candidates as requested operations in behalf of missionaries. by either the Missionary Department or local eccle- Missionary Services at LDS Family Ser- siastical leaders. A comprehensive report along vices is a focused and continued effort of reaching with a recommendation regarding capacity to serve out to ecclesiastical leaders, missionaries and their is provided. families in such a way that identified emotional MTC counseling: Missionaries with emotional concerns are responded to in the most effective, challenges will be seen by one of two therapists at caring and efficient manner possible. Because so the MTC clinic. Both anxiety and depression are many lives are affected when a missionary strug- the predominant conditions being evaluated. Most gles, a comprehensive and targeted approach is missionaries referred to the MTC clinic will go on needed to assure that all concerned are given an to serve in the field. opportunity to find resolution and healing. In-field counseling: Missionaries who struggle emotionally in the field will either be seen by an [Presenters:B.Scharman, PhD, R. Ferre, MD, L. Hardy, MSW/MPA, B. Burton, MA, D. Perkins, LDS Family Services practitioner (if available), LCSW, J.V.Hendricks, EdD]

CLINICIAN’S CORNER

In the following articles, members of AMCAP share ideas that they have found helpful in their own clinical practice. These ideas are suggestions only and should only be used by trained clinicians us- ing professional judgment. AMCAP members are invited to submit clinical ideas for inclusion in future issues of the Networker. See www.amcap.net for additional ideas from past AMCAP publications.

THINK HORSES BEFORE UNICORNS NOEL C. GILL, PHD Board Member

I was recently asked to participate in train- sion, regression, memory loss, delusionary think- ing over 200 Crisis Counselors for the state of ing, disorientation, flashbacks, heightened anxiety, Utah. These trained crises counselor could then be severe depression, nightmares, and all manner of available if and when a disaster occurred that local dysfunctional and/or self destructive behavior. A resources were not able to manage. A common pit- quick rush to the DSM IV could justify any number fall of inexperienced or untrained crisis workers is of serious diagnoses with disheartening prognoses. in overestimating the pathology observed in victims It is easy to become disheartened and diagnose seri- and underestimating the resiliency, natural healing ous disorders, institute drastic interventions, and and recovery that occurs. predict poor prognoses. Too often in our zeal to provide treatment Yet, recent research has shown that nearly and assist our clients in their recovery, we rush 85% of victims of disaster and trauma recover com- through the diagnostic process and jump in with the pletely without any clinical intervention. Of the therapy du jour. Quite often it consists of the remaining, a large portion of them were already model we learned at the last convention or training experiencing substantial mental illness or might be we attended. Or other times we are quick to imple- described as emotionally fragile. Research also ment our “specialty”. About that approach, Mark shows that many of the highly espoused theoretical Twain is reported to have said something along the interventions involving intrusive review and re- lines of, “If the only tool you have in your tool box hearsal of the trauma have a lower level of recovery is a hammer, you tend to see a whole lot of nails. than control placebo groups, which receive no One of the greatest pieces of clinical advice treatment. It has been suggested that unwarranted I have ever received came from an undergraduate diagnoses and excessive intervention post crises professor in my pre-med program who was caution- may actually interfere with natural resiliency and ing us on unwarranted diagnoses and over reaction our innate power to recover and heal. to patients’ presenting problem and clinical symp- This natural healing force is readily ob- tomatology. He stated, “When you hear hoof beats, served in physical conditions such as scrapes from think horses before unicorns.” shaving, sprained ankles, broken bones, sunburns, My recent experience as a disaster mental and even infections, which begin the recovery proc- health worker and crisis counselor has re empha- ess from internal mechanisms. I think we can also sized this phenomenon. When we are introduced to observe this same process spiritually when an indi- individuals who have recently experienced trauma vidual desires a testimony or begins the process of or disaster we observe a plethora of pathologic repentance. While missionaries, Bishops, good symptomatology. These individuals may present a friends and others may do their job and exert their broad array of intense physiological and emotional influence the mighty change comes from within. symptoms including panic attacks, anger, aggres- Some suggestions that were presented in the

Gill-Think Horses experience such things as denial, anger, guilt and training included: feeling overwhelmed. 1. Keep things in perspective. Response 4. Most importantly, remember people are symptoms are normal; it is the disaster that is abnor- programmed, or created, to heal and recover. It is mal. During 9/11 in New York City, we had to con- our job as members of the helping profession to help tinually remind victims, and staff as well, that what individuals acquire the coping and resiliency skills we were all experiencing was quite normal. Having that facilitate this process. a high-jacked airplane crash into a building killing Let us not forget that God did not send us loved ones is not normal. here to earth defenseless and helpless. Scriptures 2. Relapse is not a Collapse. Remember, the tell us that there is no power or experience that can path to recovery and healing will contain setbacks. It destroy our very essence. No wound, physical or is important for both the client and the clinician to emotional, is permanent or irreversible. Recovery is differentiate these temporary relapses from the origi- always possible. God has promised that with each nal traumatic condition. In general relapses are: and every affliction that besets us, there is a calm or A. Less intense. serene peace we can experience amidst the worst of B. Less Frequent storms. It is essential that we understand this divine C. Shorter duration principle and incorporate it into our clinical toolbox. 3. Keep in mind that there are stages or We must always hold out hope for recovery and al- phases of recovery that one must experience. As ways remember, “When you hear hoof beats, think long as one does not get “stuck” in a phase, it is ok to horses before unicorns.”

His Needs, Her Needs

Book Summary by Dean Bender, MA, Treasurer keep herself up; hair, make-up & clothing, etc.) “… you can have a happy marriage if you Domestic Support (keeps our home nice learn to become aware of each others emotional and inviting & she regularly demonstrates that he needs and learn to meet them.” comes first in her life. ) The author has put gender needs in the fol- Admiration (men need to be admired and lowing order but the book can help you identify the feel that you believe in him.) order of your own needs. The text, either audio or print, explains the Her: Affection (women feel cherished by fre- needs very clearly. This can be very helpful as quent non-sexual, non-demanding touching) some men just do not really understand the differ- Conversation (women’s # 1 way to connect ence between sex and affection nor do some under- – mutual verbal dialogue with good listening) stand how conversation brings to women emotional Honesty and Openness (Share your connectedness. Women often need help in getting thoughts, emotions and activities. Don’t hide or de- a vision of a man’s desire for recreational compan- ceive.) ionship and some think that their husband only has Financial Support (provide financially for the need to be admired. our family, take care of us) It is “normal” and/or “ok” if a man has one Family Commitment (be active in support- or two of the needs listed for women and vise ing and nurturing the children and the wife) versa. Him: Sexual Fulfillment (men feel emotionally If a person has an abnormally high need close to their wife when they have regular physical (obsession) they are better to learn to deal with that intimacy) themselves and not press their spouse to meet de- Recreational Companionship (men tend to manding needs. connect through activities – games, outdoors, Long title: His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage, by William F. Harley Jr. ISBN 0800717880, $20 (book), Amazon Rating 4 of 5 sports, movies, etc.) stars on 78 reviews, cassette, audio CD or 224 page book An Attractive Spouse (makes an effort to

CALL FOR PAPERS AMCAP SPRING CONVENTION 2005 MARCH 31 & APRIL 1 SALT LAKE CITY, UT

THE CHALLENGE OF CHANGE

There is nothing so unchanging, so inevitable as change itself. The things we see, touch, and feel are always changing. Relationships …are all dynamic, changing relationships. There is a constant that allows us to use change for our own good, and that constant is the revealed eternal truths of our Heavenly Father. Yes, there is pain in change, but there is also great satisfaction in recognizing that progress is being achieved… (Marvin J. Ashton)

We live in a world of constant change, frequent crisis’ and personal chaos. A world where “Men’s hearts shall fail them for fear shall come upon all people. (D&C 88:91) How, as mental health practitioners, can we: ♦ Help keep hope alive in a world of fear and transition? ♦ Assist with change & mental health challenges? ♦ Effectively deal with our own personal changes & transitions?

We invite you to submit your ideas in regard to this theme and help shed more light on this intriguing challenge. Possible topics include: coping skills and resiliency models as strategies for dealing with change; crisis counseling; stress management; conflict resolution; emergency and emotional preparedness, life transitions and passages, motivating people and teams to change (motivational interviewing), challenges and changes in media and technology, dealing with clients’ resistance to change.

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____ 1. Empathy: A Key to Healing in the LDS Community & the Obstacles to Achieving It *Allen and Marian Bergin ______2. From Relationship Ruts to Reciprocal Influence and Responsiveness Mark Chamberlain, Ph.D. ______3. Having a Say: Specific Treatment Plans That Connect the Client to the Healing Journey Barbara Gearig, LCSW ______4. Facts and Fiction: LDS Women, Depression, and Religiosity Sherrie Mills Johnson, Ph.D. ______5. Conflict-free Marriage, Fantasy or Reality Russell Seigenberg, Ph.D. ______6. Total Team Approach: Avoiding Straightening Deckchairs on the Titanic Noel C. Gill, Ph.D. ______7. The Symbolic Universe of Latter-day Saints: Do We Believe the Wealthy are More Righteous? - an Empirical Study of Utah County Mormons John M. Rector, Ph.D. ______8. Treatment for Online Sexual Problems: Preparing People to Change Rory C. Reid, CSW ______9. Seeking Congruence in Purpose between Theoretical Models and Clients’ Religious Values Tera B. Duncan, M A., MHE ______10. Using LDS Scripture to Facilitate Therapeutic Change Scot M. Allgood, Ph.D. ______11. Family Connections: Resources to Help Individuals and Families in Times of Distress and Trial * Ardeth G. Kapp ______12. Mental Health Services for Missionaries: Pre-mission to Release *B. Scharman, Ph.D., R. Ferre, MD, L. Hardy, MSW/MPA, B. Burton, MA, D. Perkins, LCSW, J. V. Hendricks, Ed.D ______13. Holy Relationships: Promoting Healing Through Spiritual Connections Ryan J. Hulbert, Ph.D. ______14. The Why Try Program- An Innovative Program for At-Risk Youth Lorneta H. Ferguson, MSW ______15. Spirituality and Dreams in Psychotherapy Rachel Crook Lyon, Ph.D.and Christian L. Wimmer, B.A. ______16. Leveling the Playing Field: Intervening with Spousal Issues at their Level of Impact *Lili Anderson, Ph.D. & Chris Anderson, LCSW ______OVER

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