Introduction To Counseling Course Analysis

Counseling is seen as a very solution focused approach. The temptation to rush quickly to the end of the mystery novel must be resisted. The detective’s clever conclusions cannot be fully appreciated without first understanding the complexities of the tangle he unravels. The same principle applies here: an adequate appreciation of solutions depends on an adequate understanding of people and their problems.

Purpose of the group counseling varies from group to group. It can be therapeutic, educational, or helping people to make fundamental changes in their way of thinking, feeling and behaving (Corey, 2004, p. 7). Group counseling/therapy has the advantage of being more effective than individual therapy because, it more closely stimulates social interactions and interpersonal communication patterns than does individual counseling (Kottler, 2004, p. 260). The techniques and strategies use in group counseling are to help resolve members’ interpersonal conflict, promote greater self-awareness and insight, and help them work to eliminate their self-defeating

I have gained so much knowledge regarding counseling skills throughout this semester were exceptional. These skills include attending, challenging, immediacy, basic/advanced empathy, active listening and much more. Initially, it seemed very hard for each class session, as I could not believe that I was able to conduct the

The first time I personally experienced attending a group therapy was part of my course. Through this experience i can say that group therapy can be very powerful in healing a person emotionally and since the members were from the same class, where we all have similar goals. Group therapy helped all of us to establish meaningful and intimate relationship and we also recognised commanality of members needs and problems and to develop a sense of bonding and we became very close and we could also be there for each other during emotionally trying times.It also helped me to increase self-growth, self acceptance and self –confidence among oneself and group members. Group therapy is a powerful venue for growth and change. It also helped me in expressing my emotions in a healthy way.

Introduction to counseling has taught me a lot about how we see each other. It taught me that a lot of what we do is subconscious. While completing the interview the most difficult thing to do was find an issue that was conflicting me. The person I chose was a good friend of mine, Ashley. We are close to each other, but never really opened up to each other about an issue that was bothering us. It was difficult at first to not laugh, and take it seriously. Eventually we were relaxed and ignored that it was being recorded, and had a true counseling session.

This course provided me with many opportunities to practice counseling session. Each student obtained about 10 to 15 minutes to role play and

Although I also took Counseling 208 this semester, I learned more about myself counseling skills through this course and I know it’s due to you, so thank you for being such an incredible instructor. Jessica Bloom had inspired me since the very beginning of this program, so knowing that you were her mentor has allowed me to fully see how great of a therapist you are. I’m so grateful for have taken courses from Jessica and from you. Although I am not in the MFCC program, the skills I’ve learned from this course will greatly help me implement group counseling in the school system. Thank you Dr.

I was initially very skeptical of the usefulness of groups from spending several years in psychoanalysis. My first job following graduate school demonstrated the value of therapeutic groups. I worked at an inpatient substance use facility and realized that the majority of therapeutic change occurred from the patients attending groups and interacting with peers. Individual therapy seemed to be a secondary treament in that particular setting. I have grown to be a supporter of group work but still have concerns about the effects of secondary trauma (Baum, Sharon, & Rahav, 2014). I have been part of some groups that felt intrusive and not well contained. Group therapy is cost effective, efficacious, and becoming more available to consumers (Corey, 2012). I hope the field can answer the increased need for groups with additional training programs for therapists in an effort to

I respectfully present myself with hope and confidence as an applicant for the school track Master’s of Education in Counseling program at the University of Houston. I believe my immersion in the psychological foundations of counseling, my experience in the field; collectively with my dedication to the values of education, make me a solid

Group counseling not only allows for members to learn from their therapist, it also allows for them to learn from personal experiences of other members and to gain insights and ideas on the issues they are confronting. Group counseling also helps in improving social skills among the members as they are able to interact freely in and out of the group. This way members can be more confident and open to interactions during the sessions. Group therapy influences growth and change to those involved. Also, it increases their self-awareness and enables them to gain sustenance from each other. Group counseling is also favorable to the therapist as they are able to gain faster and more efficient results for their members by counseling them simultaneously rather than one at a time. Jacobs, Mason, Harvill and Schimmel (2012) describe group counseling

As for my personal learning experience within my first semester graduate course I believe I’ve not only gained a sustainable amount of information, but also a better understanding in the field of mental health counseling. In particular, from my first semester I believe my fundamentals course gave me not only a new insight within the field my also a hands on experience, encouraging and embarking me into the counseling process. In fact before entering Kutztown University Fundamental’s graduate course with Dr. Arena I had very little experience and skills within the subject of counseling. Prior to the course I only had one undergraduate course, which looked at an introduction level to clinical psychology, and a summer job, which entitled me as a unit counselor for a Girl Scout day camp. During these two experiences I was able to gain a brief understanding of the certain roles

Our college-counseling program is designed to help students explore their strengths, talents, abilities and interests, then identify the right colleges and universities that best match student’s choice and abilities, and, ultimately, gain admission to the colleges and universities that best suit their ambitions and aspirations. Toward this end, Pioneer Academy’s experienced team of college counselors works closely with both students and parents in the college panning, selection, application, and admission process.

As for my personal learning experience within my first semester graduate course I believe I have not only gained a sustainable amount of information, but also a better understanding in the field of mental health counseling. In particular, from my first semester I believe my fundamentals course not only gave me a new insight within the field but also a hands on experience by encouraging and embarking me into the counseling process. In fact, before entering Kutztown University Fundamental’s graduate course with Dr. Arena I had very little experience and skills within the subject of counseling. Prior to the course I only had one undergraduate course, which looked at an introduction level to clinical psychology, and a summer job, which entitled me as a unit counselor for a Girl Scout day camp. During these two experiences I was able to gain a brief understanding of the certain

List and describe the stages of the counseling relationship as presented by the author of the textbook.

Throughout the course of my undergraduate career, the idea of exploring in-depth Psychology has always fascinated me. However, the importance of Counseling Psychology did not fully resonate with me until I was given an opportunity to work as an instructor at a 2-year college. I realized counseling doesn’t just focus on human behavior, it also aids in promoting self-awareness through learning styles, learning intelligences, professional development, academic and overall success. I wasn’t fully aware of the influence I had on people and the deep yearning I had for helping people in becoming the best person they could be.