Counselor As Consultant / Edition 1

by David A. Scott, Chadwick W. Royal, Daniel B. (Brian) Kissinger

Overview

Providing counseling professionals with a solid grounding in the primary theories, skills, and models used by professional consultants, Counselor as Consultant is the first text that explicitly addresses the new CACREP core standards for consultation. The book’s strong focus on intentionality, reflection, and wellness helps readers develop a strong sense of counselor identity, while its structure and exercises reinforce learning. Abundant exercises and case illustrations help counselors-in-training translate theory into practice and learn the essential skills needed for consultation positions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781452242187
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	03/03/2014
Series:	Counseling and Professional Identity
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

David A. Scott, Ph D, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and an associate professor in the counselor education program at Clemson University. He completed his Ph D at North Carolina State University. Dr. Scott has over 18 years working as a professional counselor in clinical/community settings and over seven years as a university faculty member. In the past, he has served as a program coordinator and was the President of the South Carolina Counseling Association. He is also an active member of the American Counseling Association. Dr. Scott has provided consultation services for many years through his private practice that he shares with his wife, Michelle. He has also authored numerous publications dealing with identity development, at-risk youth and career development.

Chadwick W. Royal, Ph D, LPCS, is an associate professor in the Counselor Education Program at North Carolina Central University, where he serves as the coordinator of the School Counseling and Career Counseling Programs. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor as well as a licensed school counselor in North Carolina. Dr. Royal has over 17 years of experience as a professional counselor and over ten years of university teaching. His research interests center around the use of technology in counseling, counselor training, and counselor supervision - and has presented internationally on the subject.

Daniel B. Kissinger, Ph D, LPCS, is an associate professor of counselor education at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and serves as the clinical coordinator and coordinator of the clinical mental health track. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience and 9 year of experience as a counselor educator. Dr. Kissinger remains active in professional counseling organizations and maintains a limited private practice.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction and Overview of Consultation
Chapter 2: The Role of Consultant and Consultee
Chapter 3: Necessary Skills of a Consultant
Chapter 4: Consultation Stages
Chapter 5: Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Consultation Models
Chapter 6: Solution Focused Consultation
Chapter 7: Ethical and Legal Aspects of Consultation
Chapter 8: Consultation in Mental Health Settings
Chapter 9: Consultation in Education (or School System) Settings
Chapter 10: Consultation in Career Counseling
Chapter 11: Consultation in Organizational Settings
Chapter 12: From the Authors Chair (an interview)

Editorial Reviews

Scott, Royal and Kissinger offer a comprehensive and timely overview of current consultation practice and theory. Comprehensive material is presented in a refreshing and readable style. Importantly, a broad spectrum of practical material provide an invaluable resource for both novice and seasoned practitioners. It belongs on the bookshelf of any practitioner ready to take the next step in indirect service delivery!

Joan A. Struzziero

This text incorporates an excellent review of history, foundations and significant consultation models as well as offering unique discussions of emerging issues and appropriate use of technology in the field.

Gaston Weisz

Comprehensive text that is appropriate to use with clinical mental health, school or rehabilitation counseling in addition to Counselor Education and Supervision. Would highly recommend the text for master’s and doctoral students.

Mona Robinson

This is a text that not only gives students an excellent grasp of the consultation role but also it gives them the tools they need to be successful in that role.

Leo R. Sandy

If you are considering External Consultation as a trainee, this is your book.

R. Greg Jennings