Chapter 1 Flashcards
distinguished by having a specific body of knowledge, accredited training programs, a professional organization of peers, credentialing or practitioners such as licensure, a code of ethics, legal recognition, and other standards of excellence
profession
focuses on helping people make important decisions/choices that affect their lives; centers on helping individuals choose what they value most; often a relationship of unequals
guidance
focuses on helping people make changes; understanding where the person is coming from; a professional relationship that powers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals
counseling
long term relationship (20-40 sessions) over 6 months to 2 years; generally inpatient
psychotherapy
an area within counseling that is narrowly focused, requiring advanced knowledge in the field
counseling specialty
psychological testing
psychometrics
a preventative educational means of teaching students to deal effectively with life events
school guidance
wanting them to struggle, it is a part of life; taking ownership
empowering
allowing someone to do it for you
enabling
types of counseling
individual, career, family, marriage and couples, school, college, drug, rehab, gerontological, play therapy
process of counseling
initial structure established develop rapport problem identification exploration of self, perception, and behaviors environmental assessment problem solving decision making plan of action follow up termination
what was the major decade for counseling?
1950s
aptitudes, interests, personalities, achievements
traits
constellations of individual characteristics
factors
authorized the establishment of community mental health centers; opportunities for counseling employment outside educational settings
community mental health centers act
