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Match the reasons for becoming a counselor with their descriptions:
Match the reasons for becoming a counselor with their descriptions:
Desire to help others = Most believe they can really help people. Preventative approach = Some want to help prevent people from having difficulties. Empowering clients = Some want to help people reach their full potential. Addressing personal needs = Some have a need to solve his or her own problems.
Match the counselor interpersonal dimensions with their effects on counseling outcomes:
Match the counselor interpersonal dimensions with their effects on counseling outcomes:
Ability to convey understanding = The ability to listen and convey understanding without judgment. Cultural sensitivity = Is sensitive to cultural differences. Self-awareness = Has self-awareness and knows his or her own biases. Modeling behavior = Has the ability to model appropriate behaviors.
Match the characteristics of effective counselors with their definitions:
Match the characteristics of effective counselors with their definitions:
Ethics = Is ethical. Positive self-esteem = Demonstration of a positive belief in himself or herself. Altruism = Has the ability to be altruistic. Ambiguity tolerance = Has tolerance for ambiguity.
Match the potentially negative reasons for becoming a counselor with their implications:
Match the potentially negative reasons for becoming a counselor with their implications:
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Match the positive counseling outcomes with their related dimensions:
Match the positive counseling outcomes with their related dimensions:
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Study Notes
Motivations for Becoming a Counselor
- Most counselors want to help people.
- Some want to support those less fortunate.
- Some want to prevent problems before they happen.
- Some want to help people reach their full potential.
Potential Negative Motivations
- Counselors may have unrealistic expectations for helping people.
- Counselors may try to "fix" clients instead of supporting them.
- Counselors may have personal issues they need to address.
- Counselors may want power or influence.
Counselor Interpersonal Dimensions
- Effective counselors listen and understand without judgment.
- Effective counselors are sensitive, empathic, and patient.
- Effective counselors value clients' experiences.
- Effective counselors believe clients are trustworthy and capable.
Positive Counseling Outcomes
- Counselors demonstrate positive self-belief and self-esteem.
- Counselors are self-aware of biases and prejudices.
- Counselors consider cultural differences.
- Counselors tolerate ambiguity.
- Counselors model appropriate behaviors.
- Counselors are altruistic.
- Counselors are ethical.
- Counselors use themselves as vehicles for change.
Counselor Knowledge and Skills
- Counselors continuously learn about their field.
- Counselors find professional knowledge meaningful.
- Counselors respect diverse client perspectives.
- Counselors maintain good self-care strategies.
Self-Actualizing Counselor Characteristics
- Counselors tolerate uncertainty and dishonesty.
- Counselors are honest and accept themselves and others.
- Counselors have internal motivation and seek personal growth.
- Counselors prioritize helping others for their own sake.
- Counselors can handle solitude and stress.
- Counselors find satisfaction in personal growth, not external praise.
- Counselors have wonder about the world.
- Counselors show deep empathy and compassion.
- Counselors foster deep and meaningful relationships.
- Counselors avoid bias and discrimination.
- Counselors are ethical and have a good sense of humor.
- Counselors are creative and concerned with causes beyond themselves.
Additional Counselor Characteristics
- Counselors need high energy to attend to clients diligently.
- Counselors accept the risks and challenges of the profession.
- Counselors need to be comfortable handling ambiguity.
- Counselors support intimate client relationships.
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Explore the various motivations behind becoming a counselor, both positive and negative. This quiz delves into the interpersonal dimensions needed for effective counseling and the outcomes that contribute to positive client experiences.
