Counseling Comps
Counseling Theory and Techniques
Counseling Theory and Techniques was my first class at LMU as well as among other things my first exposure to the various counseling theories, skills, and importance of self-discovery and disclosure.
Being exposed to the different theories, and the thoughts behind them really opened my eyes and made me aware of the different ways that counselors are able to work with clients. I personally enjoyed reading about different theories and their development it really makes sense how personal experiences along with scientific research are used to come up with the with the beliefs, objectives and techniques that are now theories, and being used in counseling.
I also enjoyed watching and reflecting on the different videos that were presented to us in class. It made me aware of the importance of listening, building rapport and having strong communication skills with clients. Having counseling skills will also help in understanding my client’s point of view in addition to having that feeling of being understood. After learning about some of the different counseling skills, it made me think about the many people who are working in the mental health community who do not have adequate counseling skills. Therefore even though counseling skills take practice by having an understanding of counseling principals I will be able to help students more effectively.
Father Batist did an amazing job teaching about the self-reflection/ self-discovery and disclosure component. I realize how crucial it is that I continually work to understand myself as well as the material I’m learning. I have to be willing to examine my own beliefs, behaviors and experiences so that I will be at my best when helping others. Self-reflection encourages counselors to evaluate what we have learned about ourselves, and self-discovery allows counselors to take risks and try out new ways of becoming. As I considered the techniques used in the various theories I came to
Counseling Theory and Techniques was my first class at LMU as well as among other things my first exposure to the various counseling theories, skills, and importance of self-discovery and disclosure.
Being exposed to the different theories, and the thoughts behind them really opened my eyes and made me aware of the different ways that counselors are able to work with clients. I personally enjoyed reading about different theories and their development it really makes sense how personal experiences along with scientific research are used to come up with the with the beliefs, objectives and techniques that are now theories, and being used in counseling.
I also enjoyed watching and reflecting on the different videos that were presented to us in class. It made me aware of the importance of listening, building rapport and having strong communication skills with clients. Having counseling skills will also help in understanding my client’s point of view in addition to having that feeling of being understood. After learning about some of the different counseling skills, it made me think about the many people who are working in the mental health community who do not have adequate counseling skills. Therefore even though counseling skills take practice by having an understanding of counseling principals I will be able to help students more effectively.
Father Batist did an amazing job teaching about the self-reflection/ self-discovery and disclosure component. I realize how crucial it is that I continually work to understand myself as well as the material I’m learning. I have to be willing to examine my own beliefs, behaviors and experiences so that I will be at my best when helping others. Self-reflection encourages counselors to evaluate what we have learned about ourselves, and self-discovery allows counselors to take risks and try out new ways of becoming. As I considered the techniques used in the various theories I came to