Becoming a culturally competent counselor is an ongoing process; it is vital that professionals strive to become culturally competent as it would help the counseling process and therapeutic relationship. In order to learn more about other ethnic/racial groups that are different from my own I would need to become more involved in the community‚ read educational literature about ethnic/racial groups‚ and engage directly with other ethnic/racial groups. For instance‚ during times when I travel to other
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Comprehensive guidance and support services meet the needs of young adolescents. (1) The teacher’s role in a classroom involves being a leader‚ a facilitator‚ and mentor. They alone can not support the needs of developing young adolescents. Young adolescents are changing and growing emotionally and physically. They need outlets and resources available to help them through these times. Middle schools should have multiple guidance counselors whose doors are open to students. Guidance counselors often deal
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Since I was in high school I have possessed a strong desire to become a Therapeutic Counselor. My career aspiration has been predominantly motivated my desire to help other individuals. Liberty University’s online Master of Arts in Professional Counseling program is placing me on tract to becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. During my online research for an accredited program‚ I discovered Liberty University’s Masters of Arts Professional Counseling Program
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abuse counselor are used as standards for counselor competency in the United States. These 12 core functions of a substance abuse counselor were developed by examining the criteria by educators and clinical professionals as to which competencies‚ tasks‚ and knowledge a skilled substance abuse counselor should have. The 12 core functions of a substance abuse counselor is one of two (the other being TAP 21) of the most well-known and widely-accepted standards. Most substance abuse counselor examinations
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Counselor Article Critique The purpose of this paper is to provide an in-depth analysis of the article “Best Practices in the Multidisciplinary Assessment of Emotional Disturbances: A Primer for Counselors” Moreover‚ emotional and behavioral issues and their impact they have on students’ academics will be analyzed and the role school counselors have in the evaluation of such disturbances. Moreover‚ best practices are discussed and how counselors can make an impact in the lives of students with emotional
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Counselor Ethics and Responsibilities Nyenye Matthews Grand Canyon University: UNV 505 Instructor Renee Thompson Counselor Values As a counselor we’re taught to put our own values and beliefs aside and provide services to our clients even if our values and beliefs do not coincide. When topics such as abortion and assisted suicide are brought up‚ I express my personal values about them. Abortion is a very sensitive topic for
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Academic/Educational The aim of the academic/educational domain is to learn about educational success. This domain offers activities and experiences that the student comes into contact with through facilitation of the school counselor. These activities and experiences are intended to expand aptitudes and show the way to learning. The academic/educational domain helps a student to develop to his or her highest potential. It is vital for the student to attain an outlook‚ comprehension and abilities
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Most laws state that if counselors along with other professionals have suspicion of child abuse or neglect has 48 hours to report it. They also have the responsibility to report domestic abuse‚ and abuse of the elderly. Mandated reporters are required to make a report right away either orally‚ in person‚ or by email‚ and they must follow through with a written report in 72 hours. I live in the state of Arizona‚ and in this state counselors‚ including substance abuse counselors are just one out of the
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School Counselor Interviews for CNS 550 School Counseling Interviews for CNS 550 Brad Tassell Western Kentucky University October 14‚ 2011 Introduction “I don’t sell college or apprenticeships; I sell post secondary opportunities‚ whatever that means for the interests‚ abilities‚ and aptitudes of the students coming through.” ASCA‚ 2011‚ School Counselor of the year‚ Randy McPherson (O’Grady‚ 2011). Few statements resonate stronger than one that is unwaveringly positive
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factors in my decision to continue my education. College‚ like the cliché‚ truly was the best years of my life. In truth I wanted to proceed immediately to get my Master of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in accounting‚ but an academic counselor advised me that a stint in the “real world” would be the most advantageous choice. Three years after graduation and I now understand exactly how some professional experience can change your perception when choosing a
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