Roles of a Counselor
INSTRUCTIONS
● Compose an essay in current APA format using a title page, in-text citations, and a reference page.
● Answer both questions in each essay with a minimum of 250 words for each question.
● Answer the academic questions using the concepts from the required course materials and reading assignments for this class.
● Biblical perspective questions require the use of the Bible and concepts from the course textbook. Use at least two appropriate scriptures and fully explain the use of the specific scripture. Do not list a scripture or add it to the essay without explaining its use.
● Write in a formal college-level essay style. For this assignment, you may use first person.
● Do not include the essay questions in your submission.
● Include at least one in-text citation per each of the essay questions. A minimum of one scholarly source (either our textbook or a required reading) and the Bible must be included on the reference page.
● Do not include direct textbook quotes. Instead, paraphrase information from the textbook or required readings (using in-text citations).
● Bible quotes are allowed and required.
Essay Assignment: Change (Module 5)
1. Assume you have a new position as a counselor. What are four things you can do to ensure that the treatment outcomes for your clients will generalize to settings outside your office?
2. Explain forgetting from a Biblical perspective. Is it possible? Why or why not? Use concepts from the textbook and at least two scriptures to support your answer.
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A counselor must enable individuals to attain personal growth, resilience, and mental well-being. A counselor can assist clients in navigating life’s obstacles, increase self-awareness, and develop healthy coping mechanisms by providing a safe and supportive environment, professional assistance, and adopting evidence-based interventions. As a result, if I were a counselor, I would need to implement key strategies to ensure that therapy outcomes for clients generalize to settings outside the office.
One essential aspect is to establish a holistic approach to counseling. Jesus teaches us in Matthew 22:37-39 (New International Version Bible, 2011), “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” I can guide clients toward a balanced life beyond the counseling office by integrating these principles of love and compassion. If I encourage clients to cultivate a spiritual practice, such as prayer or meditation, I can contribute to their overall well-being and support the generalization of their treatment outcomes.
Another crucial strategy is to foster self-awareness and autonomy in clients. Proverbs 27:19 (New International Version Bible, 2011) states, “As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart.” I can empower clients to take responsibility for their growth and development by assisting them in gaining an understanding of their ideas, feelings, and actions. Clients can uncover patterns and triggers through self-reflection and introspection, allowing them to apply their learning in various circumstances. This self-awareness complements the counseling process and encourages sound long-term effects.
As a result of incorporating these biblical concepts and executing these tactics, I can promote treatment outcomes that extend beyond the counseling office. I strive to equip clients with the tools, insights, and support they need to handle problems and succeed in various situations.