Fred Hanna, Ph.D.
Professor
Counsellor Education and Supervision
Chicago
When you stop learning your start dying
OVERVIEW
Dr. Hanna has achieved the rank of full professor at three universities, including Johns Hopkins University. His areas of expertise include advanced Counselling and therapy techniques, integrative approaches to treatment, and strategies for achieving therapeutic change with difficult clients. He is the author of a book published by APA Press on facilitating change with challenging clients and has developed a comprehensive model of oppression, liberation, and the cognitive therapy of oppression.
Dr. Hanna’s scholarly interests also encompass phenomenology, Asian theories and techniques, and therapies derived from these approaches, as well as interventions for working with difficult and defiant adolescents. He has published more than 70 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and professional publications, and has delivered over 500 presentations, seminars, workshops, and trainings worldwide. He is currently working on an additional book.
In recognition of his contributions to teaching and scholarship, Dr. Hanna has received two teaching awards, a Faculty of the Year award, and the Humanistic Impact Award. He has also developed several post-master’s certificate programs and fostered collaborative partnerships with schools and community agencies.
MEMBERSHIPS + ASSOCIATIONS
- American Counselling Association (ACA).
- American Psychological Association (APA).
Publications + Presentations
Publications
Therapeutic change with difficult clients: Precursors and techniques in the CHANGES model. 2nd Edition.
2025
American Psychological Association Books
Author(s):
Wilkinson, B. D., & Hanna, F. J.
Techniques in the Freedom-from Oppression Model: An Integrative Existential-Cognitive Therapy.
2023
Journal of Humanistic Counselling, 1-14
Author(s):
Vickery, P. J., Hanna, F. J., & Wilkinson, B. D.
Epistemological issues in Counsellor preparation: An examination of constructivist and phenomenological assumptions.
2019
The Journal of Counsellor Preparation and Supervision, 12(4).
Author(s):
Wilkinson, B. D., Shank, G., & Hanna, F.
Using the precursors model of change to facilitate engagement practices in family Counselling.
2018
The Family Journal: Counselling and Therapy for Couples and Families, 26, 306-314
Author(s):
Wilkinson, B. D., & Hanna, F. J.
Who owns psychopathology? The DSM, its flaws, its future, and the professional Counsellor.
2018
Journal of Humanistic Counselling, 57, 118-137
Author(s):
Bonino, J. L., & Hanna, F. J.
Recovering the original phenomenological research method: An exploration of Husserl, Yoga, Buddhism, and new frontiers in humanistic Counselling.
2017
Journal of Humanistic Counselling, 56, 144-162.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., Wilkinson, B. D., & Givens, J.
New horizons in Counsellor pedagogy: The intersection of constructivist concepts and phenomenological awareness.
2016
The Journal of Humanistic Counselling, 55, 2-19
Author(s):
Wilkinson, B. D., & Hanna, F. J.
Multicultural Counselling beyond the relationship: Expanding the repertoire with techniques.
2013
Journal of Counselling & Development, 91, 349-357
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., & Cardona, B.
Counselling & psychotherapy with difficult clients/family members: An interview with Fred Hanna.
2013
The Family Journal, 20, 1-5
Author(s):
Softas-Nall, L., & Hanna, F. J.
The refined and further defined freedom paradigm: A response to Ottens and MacCluskie.
2012
Counsellor Education and Supervision, 51, 222-234
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Freedom: Toward an integration of the Counselling profession.
2011
Counsellor Education and Supervision, 50, 362-385
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Peculiar and queer: Spiritual and emotional salvation for the LGBTQ Mormon.
2011
Journal of LGBT Issues in Counselling, 5(3-4), 197-219. doi:10.1080/15538605.2011.63315
Author(s):
Johns, R. D., & Hanna, F. J.
Asian shades of spirituality: Implications for multicultural Counselling.
2004
Professional School Counsellor, 7, 326-333
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., & Green, A. G.
Incarcerated and court-involved adolescents: Counselling an at-risk population.
2003
Journal of Counselling and Development, 81, 11-18
Author(s):
Granello, P. F., & Hanna, F. J.
Intolerance and psychopathology: Toward a general diagnosis for racism, sexism, and homophobia.
2003
American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, 73(2), 167-176
Author(s):
Guindon, M. H., Green, A., & Hanna, F. J.
Women and alcoholism: A biopsychosocial perspective and treatment approaches.
2002
Journal of Counselling and Development, 80, 145-153
Author(s):
van der Walde, H., Urgenson, F. T., Weltz, S. H., & Hanna, F. J.
Coincidence, happenstance, serendipity, fate, or the hand of God: Case studies in synchronicity.
2002
Career Development Quarterly, 50, 195-208
Author(s):
Guindon, M. H., & Hanna, F. J.
The power of perception: Toward a model of cultural oppression and liberation.
2000
Journal of Counselling and Development, 78(4), 430-431
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., Talley, W. B., & Guindon, M. H.
Disruptive Behaviour disorders in children and adolescents: How do girls differ from boys?
2000
Journal of Counselling and Development, 78(3), 267-274
Author(s):
Kann, R. T., & Hanna, F. J.
Fifty strategies for Counselling defiant and aggressive adolescents: Reaching, accepting, and relating.
1999
Journal of Counselling and Development, 77(4), 395-404
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., Hanna, C. A., & Keys, S. G.
Techniques for psychotherapy with defiant, aggressive adolescents.
1999
Psychotherapy, 36(1), 56-6
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., & Hunt, W. P.
Toward a new paradigm for multicultural Counselling.
1999
Journal of Counselling and Development, 77(2), 125-134
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., Bemak, F., & Chung, R. C.
Cognitive and existential therapies: Toward an integration.
1998
Psychotherapy, 35, 312-324
Author(s):
Ottens, A. J., & Hanna, F. J.
Meeting the needs of women in counselling: Implications of a review of the literature.
1998
Journal of Humanistic Education and Development, 36, 160-170
Author(s):
Hanna, C. A., Hanna, F. J., Giordano, F. G., & Tollerud, T.
Precursors of change: Pivotal points of involvement and resistance in psychotherapy.
1996
Journal of Psychotherapy Integration, 6(3), 227-264
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Community feeling, empathy, and intersubjectivity: A phenomenological framework.
1996
Individual Psychology, 52(1), 22-30
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
The role of wisdom in psychotherapy.
1995
Journal of Psychotherapy Integration, 5(3), 195-219
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., & Ottens, A. J.
Husserl on the teachings of the Buddha.
1995
The Humanistic Psychologist, 23(3), 365-372
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Effects of early religious training: Implications for Counselling and development.
1994
Counselling & Values, 39(1), 32-41
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., Myer, R. A., & Ottens, A. J.
The transpersonal consequences of Husserl’s phenomenological method.
1993
The Humanistic Psychologist, 21(1), 41-57
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Rigorous intuition: Consciousness, being, and the phenomenological method.
1993
Journal of Transpersonal Psychology, 25, 181-197
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Processing mental objects directly: A therapeutic application of phenomenology.
1991
The Humanistic Psychologist, 19(2), 194-206
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
When psychotherapy works: Pinpointing an element of change.
1991
Psychotherapy, 28(4), 598-607
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J., & Puhakka, K.
Opening the pod: A therapeutic application of Husserl’s phenomenology.
1988
Psychotherapy, 25(4), 582-59.
Author(s):
Puhakka, K., & Hanna, F. J.
Presentations
Lying, blaming, anger, manipulation, explosive outbursts, drug dependence & violent impulses: Techniques for change.
2025
Virtual Zoom Conference held by the Higher Thought Institute for
a nationwide audience.
a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna F. J.
Lying, blaming, anger, manipulation, explosive outbursts, drug dependence & violent impulses: Techniques for change.
2025
Seminar delivered on Zoom for the Make an Impact Conference,
CE Learning Systems nationwide.
CE Learning Systems nationwide.
Author(s):
Hanna F. J.
A new paradigm for psychotherapy: Freedom and fulfillment through internal control.
2025
Seminar delivered as a Zoom presentation for the Clinical
Events organization and delivered to a nationwide audience.
Events organization and delivered to a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Countertransference, mindfulness, and the effective therapist.
2025
Virtual Zoom Conference held by the Higher Thought Institute
for a nationwide audience.
for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
The CHANGES model of change: An advanced model and techniques for change with difficult clients.
2025
Virtual Zoom Conference held by the Higher Thought Institute for
a nationwide audience.
a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Decolonization and liberation.
2025
Presentation delivered on Zoom for the 2025 Indiana
Counselling Association, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Association (DEIA) meeting.
Counselling Association, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Association (DEIA) meeting.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Innovative techniques for dissolving resistance: The precursors model of change.
2024
Seminar delivered on Zoom for the Make an Impact
Conference, held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Conference, held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Advanced mindfulness and meditation techniques.
2024
Seminar delivered as a Virtual Zoom presentation for the
Make an Impact Conference, held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Make an Impact Conference, held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
The prerequisites of change: Advanced techniques for positive change with difficult clients.
2023
Seminar delivered on Zoom for the Make an Impact Conference
held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Countertransference, Mindfulness, and the Effective Therapist.
2023
Seminar delivered on Zoom for the Make an Impact Conference held
by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Advanced mindfulness and meditation techniques.
2022
Seminar delivered as a Virtual Zoom presentation for the
Make an Impact Conference held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Make an Impact Conference held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Moving Past the Impasse: Reversing Resistance and Dissolving Defiance.
2021
Seminar delivered for Make an Impact Fall Event Virtual Zoom
Conference held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Conference held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
From oppression to liberation: Applying the cognitive therapy of oppression and other strategies.
2021
Seminar delivered on Zoom for the Make an Impact Conference
held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
held by CE Learning Systems for a nationwide audience.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
Beyond Motivational Interviewing and CBT: Advanced Addictions Techniques for Teens.
2021
Seminar delivered for the U. S. Journal Training Healthcare
Virtual Conference to a nationwide audience. Conducted via Zoom.
Virtual Conference to a nationwide audience. Conducted via Zoom.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.
From resistance to resilience: Converting avoidance into alliance and compliance.
2021
Presentation delivered for the College of DuPage Human
Services Spring Virtual Symposium. Conducted via Zoom.
Services Spring Virtual Symposium. Conducted via Zoom.
Author(s):
Hanna, F. J.