A series of questions will be provided to you for you to think about, reflect on, and hopefully learn a little more about yourself and your personal counseling philosophy as you prepare for your professional life after graduation. Your grade will be determined by your ability to reflect on your past and present and your ability to demonstrate reflection and self-awareness in your questionnaire answers and in the subsequent class discussion.
Section 1: Personal theory (no more than 2 pages) (I wanna use CBT)
Describe the theory you align with including history, philosophical underpinnings, major theorist, how each session is designed
Describe techniques associated with the theory you align with.
After discussing your theory use the below questions to reflect on your theory of choice and views of yourself and approach to counseling
Section 2: Personal Reflection (at least 2-3 pages)
Share your thoughts on why you think you have chosen to go into the field of counseling?
What led you to this profession?
Do you know others working in this profession; did they influence your decision? positively or negatively?
Share your thoughts on the causes of mental illness and how that relates to your theory of choice
What guides your beliefs of human behavior?
What are your thoughts on why some people ‘need’ counseling and others are able to move forward ‘on their own’?
Share your thoughts on what you believe to be the goal of counseling and how that relates to your theory of choice
What do you think are some of the reasons someone seeks counseling?
What do you think they are trying to achieve?
What are your thoughts on the therapist’s role in creating change and the client’s role in creating change?
Share some positive therapist characteristics you believe you possess
How will these characteristics enhance your ability to be an effective mental health counselor?
What personal characteristics do you believe may be a disadvantage for you in your role as a counselor?
A strong professional support system is crucial in this field
Briefly answer:
How have you planned to ensure you have a strong support system in place?
How will you ensure you stay connected to your graduate school cohort and/or professors as needed?
How will you utilize your future colleagues and supervisors to enhance your support system?
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