Generations of mental health counselors often play a pivotal role in the training and supervision of students and new practitioners, as well as passing down the unique art form we now know as counseling today. Whether the necessary clinical skills are being conveyed in an academic setting, through a practicum and or internship experience, or even serving as a clinical supervisor for soon to be licensed or less experienced counselors, supervision is a relevant component of the mental health practice. Within supervision there are a number of models or theoretical frameworks that supervisors may utilize while working with their supervisee. Although there are many distinct models available, the one distinct model that stands out would have to …show more content…
Those domains include intervention skill competencecompetence, assessment techniques, interpersonal assessment, client conceptualization, individual differences, theoretical orientation, treatment plans and goals, and professional ethics () . To further provide clarity; interventions skills competence involves having the confidence to engage in therapeutic interventions with client, assessment techniques evaluates the supervisees ability to administer psychological assessments, interpersonal assessment emphasizes the supervisees ability to conceptualize the clients issues, client conceptualization refers to the supervisees ability to take into account how the clients previous history, surroundings, and personality all effects how the client functions, individual differences takes into account the supervisee being multiculturally competent enough to deal with different cultures/ ethnicities/ races, theoretical orientation takes into consideration the supervisees grasps of theory, treatment plans and goals refers to the supervisees ability to determine appropriate intervention strategies based on the client's identified goals, and lastly professional ethics takes into account the supervisees ability to cohesively apply personal and professional ethics
A brief historical view of the counseling profession with a concentration of the philosophies on the wellness model will be discussed.
Case conceptualization explains the nature of a client’s problem and how they develop such problem ( Hersen, & Porzelius, p.3, 2002) In counseling, assessment is viewed as a systematic gathering of information to address a client’s presenting concerns effectively. The assessment practice provides diagnostic formulation and counseling plans, and aids to identify assets that could help the client cope better with concern that they are current. Assessment is present as a guide for treatment and support in the “evaluation process. Although many methods can be employed to promote a thorough assessment, no one method should be used by itself” (Erford, 2010, p.269-270). Eventually, it is the counselor's job to gain adequate information concerning the client and the client's presenting concerns to establish an effective treatment strategy. Using a combination of assessment techniques increases the likelihood of positive interventions and promotes successful treatment (Erford, 2010, p.271). A case conceptualization reflects how the professional counselor understands the nature of the presenting problems and includes a diagnostic formulation. Case conceptualization organizes assessment data into meaningful outline, applying research, and theory to make sense of client’s current problem.
Goal 2- Garner experience and practice in treatment planning and assessments through performing psychosocial and diagnostic assessments; consider methods of interventions appropriate to client presentation; develop treatment plans with supervisor for assigned clients.
3. Apply skills and knowledge in administering intake interviews, mental health assessments psychological assessment for treatment planning and case management. The way I will do this is by administering an intake interview and use of assessment tools. Examples Psychosocial Assessment, Crisis Intervention and Safety Plan Assessment, Locus, CASII, etc.
It is a privilege to interview veteran therapists who are exiting the counseling arena after a long career in the profession. I was honored to shadow Lea Keylon, a seasoned counselor, who on the eve of retirement set aside time for a student interview. The enlightening interview opened my understanding to the importance of proper diagnostic coding for insurance reimbursements, the financial struggles of private practice, and the poignant effect of forensic counseling on therapist (L. Keylon, personal communication, March 26, 2010). Lea was eager to share her counseling accounts; however, the excitement of retirement planning could be seen in her demeanor. Private practice requires self-discipline, constant research for legislative changes, peer support and consultation, time management, tenacity, and patience. The encounter with Lea impressed the importance to surround myself with colleagues that are enthusiastic about learning and continuing education opportunities, to hire assistance for time-consuming administrative task, and adequately assess a proper caseload that will sustain my counseling practice and without avoid counselor burn out (L. Keylon, personal communication, March 26, 2010).
...professional functioning and when they can have an impact on clients. If the supervisee asks or the supervisor feels that the supervisee needs counseling, than the supervisor should refer the supervisee to an appropriate counselor.
The concept of non-maleficence extends from the principle of beneficence, which is upheld by not inflicting intentional harm (e.g. torture, degrading or inhuman behaviour) on client and taking precautions to prevent unintentional harm by avoiding risky behaviours (ACA, A.4.a. Avoiding Harm). This can primarily be assured by maintaining competence and practising within boundaries of education, training and supervised experience. Intellectual competencies attained through study and research for instance, ensures proper conceptualizing of issues and planning of treatment, thereby preventing misdiagnosis. Emotional competencies also encompass another aspect wherein counsellor knows oneself, and is willing and skilful in objectively detecting influential elements in client’s issues and intrusion of personal bias and also able to contain emerging emotional issues in self through self-therapy without which therapeutic
Drawing on Padesky and Greenberger (1995, p.27-28), accurate diagnosis and case conceptualisation, here referred to as case formulation, are indispensable for outlining a successful treatment plan and establishing continuous treatment progress. The aim of case formulation is to outline the client’s problems in a coherent and logical manner, while providing shared guidelines for therapy, which can be as individualised as necessary depending on the client’s unique requirements (Westbrook, Kennerley and Kirk, 2011, p.63-97). Even though not all factors were addressed during this session, the case formulation used for this counselling session consists of cognitive, behavioural, emotional, environmental, socio-cultural, phys...
Corey, C. (1991). Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy (4th ed.). Pacific Grove, California, USA: Brooks/Cole Publishing Company. (Original work published 1977)
Seligman, L., & Reichenberg, L. W. (2014). Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Systems, Strategies, and Skills (4th Edition). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.
A mental health counselor develops a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families and groups to accomplish mental health and career goals. Helping others to accomplish their goals and listening to various stories of hardship have always played a part in my life. Stories of others have helped me get through rough times, and so did my own personal stories do the same for others. My story may help save a life tomorrow. It is a rewarding career path that one may enjoy which requires excellent communication skills and a commit between each other.
The career of a Psychiatric Health Nurse can be a really smart choice if you are looking to maintain a steady job and schedule in the future. It is also a good choice if you want to eventually help people with their problems for a living. So, what exactly is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse? A Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse is a Registered Nurse that has the degree and experience to become a higher positioned employee. There is a wide variety of different job opportunities that registered nurses can branch off to. A Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse is only one of the many careers open to registered nurses. Although you must work very hard to qualify for this job, it can be very rewarding.
I suppose these examples/ basic theories, concepts, and techniques from any profession can be applied in treatment regardless of the setting or theoretical orientation.
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