Counseling Theory

Topics to be addressed include:

Theory Application and Implications

          Theorists who have influenced personal theoretical orientation

          Views of human nature

          Describing the Tenets

Nature, beliefs, and role of the counselor

          Counseling Nature of the counseling relationship and process

          Beliefs about the process of change and facilitating change

          Role of the counselor and role of the client

Counseling goals, procedures, techniques of counseling

          Goals/purposes of counseling and indications of successful counseling

          Procedures and techniques of counseling processes

Culture and Spirituality

          Responses/sensitivity to diverse cultural and gender issues presented by clients

          Implementation of faith and spirituality