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Papers by Kent Butler

Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development

Professional School Counseling

Black male students with dyslexia not proffered suitable accommodations may have their futures se... more Black male students with dyslexia not proffered suitable accommodations may have their futures severely impacted by institutional barriers. Inappropriate interventions often lead to educational hardships despite students having educational prowess to achieve scholastically. This article addresses how school counselors, driven by the components of the American School Counselor Association’s ASCA National Model and ASCA Ethical Standards, can serve as advocates for Black males with dyslexia by championing evidence-based multitiered systems of support designed to provide ethically sound assessments and placements.

Journal of Black Studies

African Americans reportedly have a greater severity of untreated mental health disorders than an... more African Americans reportedly have a greater severity of untreated mental health disorders than any other known racial group. History purports that African Americans are more likely to rely on the elders of their churches and their own spiritual beliefs, rather than seek support from mental health professionals. Due to past and present experiences with institutionalized racism in America, Black church leadership and their members have been apprehensive to collaborate with mental health agencies. This article explores how clergy of Black churches and leaders in mental health agencies may collaborate to provide culturally sensitive services for African Americans.

Career Planning and Adult Development Journal, Apr 1, 2012

Interamerican Journal of Psychology, 2011

Resume Este artículo explora las desigualdades sistémicas encontrado en los sistemas educativos q... more Resume Este artículo explora las desigualdades sistémicas encontrado en los sistemas educativos que han dificultado mucho los logros educativos de la comunidad afroamericana, especialmente opresión que siguen obstaculizando los logros alcanzados por los jóvenes varones afroamericanos. La brecha de logros a lo largo de la historia y la cultura de la opresión se examinan en relación con las ayudas sociales y los sentimientos de ser parte de un grupo, para ofrecer consejeros escolares con las intervenciones y estrategias eficaces que pueden utilizar cuando trabajan con esta población. Palabras claves: Varones afroamericanos, brecha de logros, cultura Brecha de logros en los estudiantes afro americanos varones: Construyendo un estudiante/ciudadano exitoso Abstract This article explores the systemic inequalities found within educational systems that have long hampered educational achievements within the African American community, especially oppressions that continue to hinder the accomplishments made by young African American males. The achievement gap along with the history and culture of oppression are examined in relation to social supports and feelings of belonging to provide professional school counselors with effective interventions and strategies to utilize when serving this population.

The ASCA National Model promotes advocacy and leadership as a vital role in the PSC's daily r... more The ASCA National Model promotes advocacy and leadership as a vital role in the PSC's daily routine. This article integrates the role of advocacy and leadership into the lives of children experiencing disruption due to high-conflict divorce. With this said, advocacy is a part of the PSC job description, although not specifically explained for this unique issue. Up to half of all marriages end in divorce, affecting nearly a million children each year, therefore PSC‟s serve students facing challenges of divorce every day (Henry & Mitcham-Smith, 2008). We proffer that PSCs need to have awareness, knowledge, and skills relevant to advocating for these children who are, through no fault of their own, caught in the auspices of the Family Court system and high-conflict divorce.

The Family Journal, 2013

The demand for family counselors implementing crisis intervention and grief counseling in hospita... more The demand for family counselors implementing crisis intervention and grief counseling in hospital trauma units continues to increase. Thus, this article provides a review of the nature of family counselors working with individuals and families affected by traumatic brain injury (TBI) and medical trauma in hospitals. Specifically, the article presents (a) unique aspects of crisis intervention and grief services provided in hospital trauma units, (b) effective rapport building strategies for family counselors working with families in crisis from TBI, (c) multidisciplinary collaboration in hospitals, (d) diagnostic approaches and common mental health disorders following TBI, (e) ethical issues working in hospitals, (f) family-focused grief therapy and stages of grief interventions, and (g) implications with a case example of a family counselor working with a family affected by TBI.

Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, 2011

Journal of Counseling & Development, 2013

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Journal of Counseling & Development, 2006

We regret to inform readers of the death of Franklyn C. Williams. Just prior to his death, he was... more We regret to inform readers of the death of Franklyn C. Williams. Just prior to his death, he was awarded his doctor of philosophy degree from the University of Central Florida.

International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling, 2013

In recent years, the use of culturally appropriate humor as a tool for change within the paramete... more In recent years, the use of culturally appropriate humor as a tool for change within the parameters of counseling has grown within the literature. In comparison, the art of storytelling has had little attention within the literature as a tool for strategic change. This article outlines a framework for the use of humor and storytelling as innovative approaches for successfully counseling African American men. In addition, the growing research on the socialization of men is used to assist in the development of culturally appropriate strategies that help African American men utilize their inherent strengths within the counseling process.

Journal of Counseling & …, 2006

Humor has long had its place in daily life. People consistently see its value in shaping their pe... more Humor has long had its place in daily life. People consistently see its value in shaping their perspective in times of difficulty and in helping them to adjust to stressful situations. The literature highlights the place of humor as a valuable tool in the counseling process (Ellis, 2000; Gladding, ...

Professional School Counseling, 2005

Children come to school with a variety, of factors impinging on their academic success (Rose, 199... more Children come to school with a variety, of factors impinging on their academic success (Rose, 1998). The impact of these factors varies in degree. Furthermore, children from high-risk urban areas may experience barriers that not only hinder academic success, but also ...

Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, 2016