4.) We will also define Mental Health counseling as “the provision of professional counseling services involving the application of principles of psychotherapy, human development, learning theory, group dynamics, and the etiology of mental illness and dysfunctional behavior to individuals, couples, families and groups, for the purpose of promoting optimal mental health, dealing with normal problems of living and treating psychopathology.” (American Mental Health Counselors Association [AMHCA], 2011, pg. 2.) While on the surface these two definitions can be seen as identical with only the word choice separating them, it would seem that the underlying goal differs slightly with that of the Mental Health counselor seeking to treat the mental illness itself, and the MFT striving to treat the effects of the mental illness on not only the individual, but on those surrounding the individual. A fine distinction, but one with broad impact on the development of a counselor in training’s professional career, necessitating a focus on treating an illness or on managing the illness across several
Through this identification, the reader will attain a greater understanding of the requirements needed for competent mental health counseling. Role of Researcher Mental health counselors aside from specializations must be informed about the people whom they work for. Understanding the characteristics of their clientele, counselors seek to understand interests, attitudes, personalities and intelligent quotients (Sherpis, et.al., 2010). One method used to attain reliable and accurate data can be demonstrated through research within these areas. Variables within data both quantitative and qualitative must be approached from an unbiased perspective aimed at seeking relevancy to these clients.
Identifying my preferred counseling specialization and how the specialization emerged My preferred counseling specialization is Mental Health Counseling, accessing clients with life changing events, such as: tragedy, death, and a broad area of mental issues in general; in order to give a diagnosis, and render a treatment plan (North Carolina Counselor-License). Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the
The Roles and Functions of a CMHC Julia Ray Due Date: July 29, 2012 Date Submitted: August 2, 2012 Dr. Amie Manis Capella University Abstract In this report, Julia will discuss: “Clinical mental health counselors (CMHC) have many roles and responsibilities as they practice counseling. By using the readings for this class session along with peer-reviewed journal articles, Julia will discuss the roles and approaches used by clinical mental health counselors across a range of mental health delivery systems. She will also discuss the impact that public policies have on the roles and responsibilities of CMHC working in diverse communities, the role of the CMHC in both providing and seeking professional consultation, how the policies of professional, governmental, and accrediting organizations impact the practice of the CMHC, and how local, state, and national public policies potentially affect the quality and accessibility of clinical mental health services” (Capella.edu, 2012). The Roles and Functions of a CMHC Clinical mental health counselors work with individuals, groups, and families of all ages and diversity to prevent mental health issues and treat existing mental health issues. Their goal for any client is to provide optimal mental health.
This is the work of a student with specific learning difficulties. Please mark in accordance with the guidelines. Bankole Martins ……………………………………………………………………………………… Tutor Richard Davies ………………………………………………………………………………………. Course: Counselling and Psychotherapy ………………………………………………………………………………………… Subject: Integrative Approaches to Counselling/Psychotherapy ………………………………………………………………………………………… Pages 22 ………………………………………………………………………………………… Word Count: 3024 ………………………………………………………………………………………… S:\SP_NEEDS\Administration\Disability Services\Administration\Forms\SpLD sticker electronic version.doc ‘A critical analysis of the current move towards integration within Counselling / Psychotherapy including an evaluation of two models and incorporating the use of research findings.’ There are several examples of Integration within psychotherapy but within this essay we will only be examining: Theoretical Integration, Technical Eclecticism and Common Factors. (Arkowitz 1989).
Plan for Reflective Essay! Introduction: * What will my essay focus on? – Various professional values and how I developed a professional relationship with a patient/client. * How will I complete this assignment? – following the Gibbs model of reflection * What is this model of reflection?
“Why the initial consultation so important”? What factors will an ethical therapist cover at this time? In this essay I will be discussing what the ethical obligations are of therapists and why the initial consultation is so important and what information is gain from that first meeting. Hypnotherapy a practical handbook page 59 talks about the initial consultation as an assessment interview to seek to satisfy ourselves that the problem the patient presents is within our professional competence, the next point is to clarify what manner or type of hypnotherapy is appropriate, this is indicated by the nature and origin of the disorder, the personality of the patient, his personal resources, emotional strength and resilience, and his personal and social framework. In other words it is determined by the client as a whole, there personality, there belief systems.
History & Development of Mental Health Counseling Jonnathan A. Estrada Coun: 5223 Introduction to Mental Health Counseling October 25, 2013 572 SW Chesterfield Circle Lake City, FL 32024 Telephone: 386-344-4555 Email: jonny_830@yahoo.com Professor: Dr. Linwood Small The history and development of clinical mental health counseling has contributed to the current philosophical foundations of counseling (promoting wellness, facilitating prevention, and using a developmental approach to working with clients) as well as contributing to the development of educational standards, licensing and credentialing, and our role within our communities (Smith & Robinson, 2003). This paper will present an a elaborate analysis of how exactly the how the development of and the history of counseling has contributed to the philosophical foundations of counseling (promoting wellness, facilitating prevention, and using a developmental approach to working with clients) in the field of mental health counseling. Furthermore this paper will also demonstrate the continuous contributions to the development of educational standards, licensing and credentialing, and our role within our communities. Clinical mental health counseling’s influence of the current philosophical foundations of counseling According to the work of Smith and Robinson (2003), there are several significant events in the very history of mental health care that have directly and directly contributed to the development of mental health counseling, a specialty within the counseling as a profession. A profession in this case, is defined by Myers and Sweeney (2007) as a specific body of knowledge that is characterized by a professional
“From the past of Clinical Mental Health” “From the past of Clinical Mental Health” In the next pages the reader is going learn about the history of clinical mental health counseling as to how the past has changed the present with philosophical foundations, educational standards, licensing, and credentialing with the communities. The reader will have a greater understanding of the past to the present with how society and counselors raised the bar for care givers of mental health. One may think that we have not come far in the last 100 years in counseling but that is far from the truth. The hope that the writer can made it clear that so after reading this paper the reader has a greater knowledge of the past to the present of counseling.
Compare and Contrast Two Family Therapy Theories Professional counselors have many roles and responsibilities in the field of counseling. Professional counselors work with individuals, families and groups. Theories, principles and methods of counseling and psychotherapy are utilized to shape goals for the client (McGoldrick, Carter & Garcia-Preto, 2011). Implementing plans for action to prevent or alter the mental or emotional crisis will an area of focus while working with the individual or family. Assessments and treatment of mental illness are examined to find the most appropriate and effective diagnosis and/or treatment for clients and families.