The Counseling Process Flashcards
What does ATP 6-22.1 cover?
The counseling process
Why should leader emphasize routine counseling?
To reinforce positive behavior and superior performance
What are the three major categories of developmental counseling?
Event oriented
Performance
Professional growth
What are the four stages of the counseling process?
Identify a need for the counseling
Prepare for the counseling
Conduct the counseling
Follow up
What are the three approaches to counseling?
Directive
Non-directive
Combined
What DA form covers counseling?
DA Form 4856
What are the basic components of a counseling session?
Opening the session
Discussing the issues
Creating the plan
Closing and recording
What is counseling?
The process used by leaders to review with a subordinate the subordinate’s demonstrated performance and potential
What must leaders understand about effective counseling?
Effective counseling helps:
Achieve desired goals and effects
Manage expectations
Improve the organization
What does an event oriented counseling involve?
A specific event or situation Instances of superior or substandard performance Initial counselings Crisis counselings Promotion counselings Transition counselings
What is crisis counseling?
Getting a soldier through a period of shock after receiving bad news such as a death and focusing on their immediate short term needs
What is performance counseling?
Reviewing a subordinate’s duty performance during a specific period
What should performance counselings include?
Specific examples of sustains and improves
What is a professional growth counseling?
Planning for the accomplishment of individual and professional goals
What are the key characteristics of an effective counselor?
Purpose Flexibility Respect Communication Support
