CNDV 5311 Individual Counseling Theories

Week 1: Discussion

The best counselor I know has several of the characteristics Dr. Frels discussed in Qualities of a Counselor: Theories and Techniques video.She demonstrates a positive attitude by showing confidence in self-awareness, values relationship between clients and displays compassion.According to Dr. Frels (2012), “effective counselors are personally integrated and self-awareness; value the client as a unique person; and understand how and what the client is experiencing.”A good counselor knows techniques and skills to get clients to feel safe and willing to share confident information with them.She was able to building relationships with clients by showing the ability to listen attentively by paraphrasing the concerns without judgment or biases. Corey and Corey (2011) states “Effective helpers hold positive beliefs about people; have a healthy self-concept; ground their interventions in values; and possess empathy, congruence, warmth, compassion, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard.”A good counselor asks questions with a sincere tone to bring about self-reflection and change in the client.During my teaching experience, I have worked with several counselors that have had great counseling techniques.

References:

Corey, M.S. & Corey, G. (2011). Becoming a Helper. (6th Ed.) Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole.

Frels, R. (Performer)(2012, April 9-15). "Qualities of a Counselor: Theories and Techniques". Lamar University Counseling Program. [Video]. Retrieved from https://lamar.epiclms.net/Learn/Player.aspx?enrollmentid=2635766.

 

 

Responses to Peers:

Shannon, I agree students must feel they are valuable before they will confide openly with the counselor. According to Corey and Corey (2011), the first stage of helping is to work toward building the therapeutic relationship through open, honest communication. The counselor must be transparent for the students to build trust and feel comfortable sharing their personal thoughts through questioning techniques.

Corey, M.S. & Corey, G. (2011). Becoming a Helper. (6th Ed.) Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole.

 

Your counselor sounds like my behavior counselor. She is positive, non-threaten, and helpful to all the teachers. She has given me some techniques for how to handle situations, such as oppositional defiant and emotional disturbed students. I think your counselor friend sound genuine about being a helper.