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James T. Hansen is a Professor at Oakland University in the Department of Counseling. His primary scholarly interests are philosophical and theoretical issues in counseling and critical examination of contemporary mental health culture. Dr. Hansen has published over fifty articles in leading counseling journals and multiple books. Several of his books have won awards for their contributions to humanistic philosophy in counseling. Dr. Hansen has over twenty-five years of experience as a practitioner, supervisor, and consultant. If you would like further information about Dr. Hansen's publications and professional activities, please visit his professional website.
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	Philosophical Issues in Counseling and Psychotherapy: Encounters with Four Questions about Knowing, Effectiveness, and Truth 4.71 avg rating — 7 ratings — published 2013 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Meaning Systems and Mental Health Culture: Critical Perspectives on Contemporary Counseling and Psychotherapy really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 7 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Humanistic Perspectives on Contemporary Counseling Issues by Mark B. Scholl (Editor), A. Scott McGowan (Editor), James T. Hansen (Goodreads Author) (Editor) 4.33 avg rating — 3 ratings — published 2011 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Postmodern Perspectives on Contemporary Counseling Issues: Approaches Across Diverse Settings 3.50 avg rating — 2 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Truth: What It Is, How to Find It, and Why It Still Matters

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