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The World of the Counselor: An Introduction to the Counseling Profession / Edition 4

The World of the Counselor: An Introduction to the Counseling Profession / Edition 4

by Edward S. Neukrug
The World of the Counselor: An Introduction to the Counseling Profession / Edition 4
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ISBN-10:
0840034318
ISBN-13:
9780840034311
Pub. Date:
03/18/2011
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
ISBN-10:
0840034318
ISBN-13:
9780840034311
Pub. Date:
03/18/2011
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
The World of the Counselor: An Introduction to the Counseling Profession / Edition 4

The World of the Counselor: An Introduction to the Counseling Profession / Edition 4

by Edward S. Neukrug

Overview

THE WORLD OF THE COUNSELOR gives readers an unparalleled look into the practicalities of the counseling profession by providing a broad overview of the field, including a firm foundation in the skills, theories, and day-to-day realities of the job. Thorough and research-based, the book presents the key concepts and material about the counseling profession with clarity and insight, while keeping readers engaged through illustrative case examples and personal narratives. To ensure that readers are thoroughly prepared to further their studies and careers, the author has structured the material around the eight core CACREP curriculum areas, while enhancing his discussion with coverage of salient topics such as specializations within counseling, finding a counseling job, and future trends in counseling.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780840034311
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publication date: 03/18/2011
Pages: 720
Product dimensions: 8.20(w) x 9.20(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

Edward S. Neukrug is the Professor of Counseling at Old Dominion University, Dr. Ed Neukrug has made a substantial impact on the fields of counseling and human services. An author of 11 books and dozens of articles and chapters in books, his works have been read by thousands of counseling and human services students and professionals. A leader in several counseling and human services associations, he has helped steer the fields toward the future. In addition, Dr. Neukrug was the architect of the original ethics code of the National Association of Human Services (NOHS) and served in a variety of capacities for professional associations. He has several open-access, free websites which focus on learning of counseling theories, understanding one s view of human nature, testing and assessment, and more. His commitment to, and work in, the counseling and human services professions has been unwavering. Dr. Neukrug has received numerous awards for his work, including twice receiving the President s award from NOHS and recently receiving the American Counseling Association s (ACA) Fellows designation. You can view his works, open access websites, and accomplishments at www.counselingbooksetc.com and atwww.odu.edu/~eneukrug..

Table of Contents

Section I: PROFESSIONAL ORIENTATION. 1. The Counselor's Identity: What, Who, and How? 2. The Counseling Professions Past, Present, and Future. 3. Standards in the Profession: Ethics, Accreditation, Credentialing, and Multicultural/Social Justice Competencies. Section II: THE HELPING RELATIONSHIP I: THEORIES AND SKILLS. 4. Individual Approaches to Counseling. 5. Counseling Skills. Section III: THE HELPING RELATIONSHIP II: THE COUNSELOR WORKING IN SYSTEMS. 6. Couples and Family Counseling. 7. Group Work. 8. Consultation and Supervision. Section IV: THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PERSON. 9. Development Across the Lifespan. 10. Abnormal Development, Diagnosis, and Psychopharmacology. 11. Career Development: The Counselor and the World of Work. Section V: RESEARCH, PROGRAM EVALUATION, AND ASSESSMENT. 12. Testing and Assessment. 13. Research and Evaluation. Section VI: SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FOUNDATIONS IN COUNSELING. 14. Theory and Concepts of Multicultural Counseling. 15. Knowledge and Skills of Multicultural Counseling. Section VII: SELECT SPECIALITY AREAS IN COUNSELING. 16. School Counseling. 17. Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 18. Student Affairs and College Counseling (Post-Secondary Counseling). Afterword: A LOOK TOWARD YOUR FUTURE: APPLYING FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS AND FINDING A JOB.
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