History of Counseling
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History of Counseling

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What is the primary focus of guidance and counseling as a profession?

  • Providing legal assistance in court matters
  • Advising clients on financial matters
  • Helping individuals discover their potential and plan for their future (correct)
  • Teaching academic subjects in schools

    • What is required to become a registered guidance counselor?

  • Completion of a high school education
  • Experience in teaching academic subjects
  • Membership in a professional organization
  • A valid Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a qualification needed to take the licensure examination for guidance counseling?

  • No conviction of offenses involving moral turpitude
  • Previous counseling experience (correct)
  • A master's degree in Guidance and Counseling
  • Citizenship of the Philippines or a reciprocal foreigner

    • Which subject area is NOT covered in the licensure examination for guidance counselors?

    <p>Advanced Mathematics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In order to qualify for the licensure examination, an applicant must have which of the following degrees?

    <p>A Bachelor's Degree in Guidance and Counseling or allied disciplines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who administers the licensure examination for guidance counselors?

    <p>The Professional Regulatory Board of Guidance and Counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is included in the role of a guidance counselor?

    <p>Counseling clients on personal development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement for an applicant to be eligible for the guidance counseling licensure examination?

    <p>Completion of a recognized master's program in Guidance and Counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known as the father of the guidance movement in counseling?

    <p>Frank Parsons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event in counseling was celebrated in 2002?

    <p>The 50th anniversary of counseling as a profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Carl Rogers play in the evolution of counseling?

    <p>He developed client-centered counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the establishment of the American Personnel and Guidance Association?

    <p>To organize groups interested in guidance and counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act was introduced to professionalize guidance and counseling in the Philippines?

    <p>Guidance and Counseling Act of 2004</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What institution was established by Dr. Sinforoso Padilla in 1932?

    <p>Psychological Clinic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the first formal organization of Filipino counselors established?

    <p>1945</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were Filipino educators sent abroad to study in the early 20th century?

    <p>Guidance and counseling practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key skill that counselors-as-scientists should develop?

    <p>Hypothesis testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a primary counseling goal?

    <p>Conservative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of counseling focuses on academic challenges?

    <p>Academic/Educational counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is part of subgoals in crisis counseling?

    <p>Developing coping skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What personal characteristic is important for effective counselors?

    <p>Awareness of one's limitations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In multicultural counseling, what is necessary for a counselor to recognize?

    <p>Their own cultural background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which issue is commonly faced by beginning counselors?

    <p>Dealing with anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one distinctive feature of a profession?

    <p>A specific body of knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended approach when addressing culture in counseling?

    <p>Continuing education about culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of counseling focuses on group dynamics and relationships?

    <p>Group counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is summarizing particularly useful during a client session?

    <p>When a client’s statements are lengthy or confused.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of reflecting feelings as a counselor?

    <p>Communicating that the counselor empathizes with the client.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the feelings of the client regarding their grades?

    <p>You're anxious about your parents' reaction to your grades.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is an example of reflecting content?

    <p>Repeating what the client said without changing it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose does summarizing serve at the end of a client session?

    <p>To restate previous conversations and conclude the session.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a situation where summarizing is beneficial?

    <p>When the client has a clear and concise message.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a counselor effectively reflect the feelings of a client?

    <p>By making specific statements about the client's emotions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does reflecting feelings involve in the context of counseling?

    <p>Understanding and responding to the client's emotional state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential impact of a strong need for security on developing friendships?

    <p>It may interfere with efforts to develop friendships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern of the client who is planning to go away to college?

    <p>Coping with a family member's problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of effective communication, what does self-disclosure primarily involve?

    <p>Opening up about one’s own experiences and challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a reason behind a client feeling considerable pressure in forming friendships?

    <p>The strength of attachment to a parent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might a client’s work habits influence their ability to establish friendships?

    <p>They may distract from personal relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does interpreting involve when working with a client’s implicit messages?

    <p>Providing insights about underlying thoughts and feelings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant aspect to remember when giving information to the client?

    <p>To focus on information relevant to the client’s interests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might help a client struggling with social connections?

    <p>Addressing underlying emotional issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    History of Counseling

    • Counseling emerged in the early 1900s, coinciding with social and cultural shifts, marking a change in how individuals perceived themselves and others.
    • Frank Parsons is recognized as the father of the guidance movement, establishing the first formal center for career counseling in Boston in 1909.
    • Carl Rogers, a pioneer of humanistic approaches and founder of client-centered counseling, contributed to the development of individualization in counseling.
    • The American Personnel and Guidance Association (APGA) was established to formally organize groups interested in guidance, counseling, and personnel matters.
    • The American Counseling Association (ACA) was formed by the AACD in an effort to better represent the membership and mission of the organization.
    • Counseling formally commemorated its 50th anniversary as a profession under the umbrella of the ACA in 2002.
    • The National Institute of Mental Health was created.

    History of Counseling in the Philippines

    • The Psychological Clinic, established in 1932 by Dr. Sinforoso Padilla, focused on student discipline and emotional, academic, and vocational challenges.
    • Teachers and officials from the Bureau of Public Schools were sent abroad to study and observe guidance and counseling practices in the United States, England, and other European countries.
    • The Guidance Association of the Philippines, which served as the first formal organization for Filipino counselors, was established in 1945.
    • Congress proposed the establishment of a functional guidance and counseling program designed to assist students in making decisions about their courses, activities, careers, friendships, and future relationships.
    • The 'Guidance and Counseling Act of 2004' was passed to professionalize the practice of guidance and counseling and to create the Professional Regulatory Board of Guidance and Counseling.

    Counseling Goals

    • Developmental: To enhance personal development and well-being.
    • Preventive: To proactively address potential problems and promote mental health.
    • Enhancement: To improve existing skills and capabilities.
    • Generic Goals:
      • Exploratory: To gain understanding and insight.
      • Reinforcement: To strengthen existing positive behaviors and patterns.
      • Remedial: To address existing issues and challenges.

    Counseling Goals (Human Dimensional)

    • Cognitive: To improve thinking and problem-solving abilities.
    • Psychological: To address emotional and mental health concerns.
    • Physiological: To understand the connection between physical health and well-being.
    • Spiritual: To explore and enhance faith and spiritual connection.

    Types of Counseling by Area Covered

    • Academic/Educational: To support students in their academic journey.
    • Vocational/Occupational/Career: To guide individuals in exploring career options and making career decisions.
    • Personal/Social: To address personal and interpersonal issues.
    • Personal Habits: To help with developing positive habits and breaking negative ones.
    • Crisis: To provide immediate support and guidance during a time of crisis.
    • Grief/Bereavement: To offer guidance and support during the grieving process.
    • Leisure: To assist individuals in finding meaningful ways to spend their free time.
    • Pastoral: To provide spiritual guidance and support.
    • Addiction: To support individuals struggling with addiction.

    Subgoals in Crisis Counseling

    • Normalizing feelings and reactions: Helping individuals understand that their experiences are common and valid.
    • Defining and prioritizing needs: Identifying the most pressing needs and concerns.
    • Developing strategies for addressing needs and learning coping skills: Developing practical tools and strategies for managing challenges.
    • Ensuring future mental health: Promoting long-term well-being and resilience.

    Types of Counseling by Participants

    • Individual: One-on-one counseling.
    • Marriage/Couple: Counseling for couples.
    • Group: Counseling for a group of people.
    • Family: Counseling for families.
    • Multiple: Counseling involving more than one person or entity.

    Personal Characteristics of Effective Counselors

    • Have an Identity: Possesses a clear understanding of themselves and their values.
    • Respect and Appreciate Themselves: Practices self-care and values their own well-being.
    • Open to Change: Embraces new ideas and perspectives.
    • Make choices that are life-oriented: Makes decisions that align with their values and goals.
    • Sincere interests in the welfare of others: Genuine concern for others.
    • Authentic, sincere, and honest: Genuine and transparent in their interactions.
    • Derive meaning from their work: Finds fulfillment and purpose in their professional role.
    • Sense of humor: Maintains a positive outlook and ability to see the lighter side of things.
    • Passionate: Enthusiastic and dedicated to their work.
    • Make mistakes and are willing to admit them: Embraces learning from mistakes.
    • Maintain healthy boundaries: Sets clear limits in professional relationships.
    • Lives in the present: Focuses on the current moment, rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.
    • Appreciate the influence of culture: Acknowledges and respects cultural differences.
    • Possess effective interpersonal skills: Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships.

    Competencies in Multicultural Counseling

    • Beliefs and attitudes: Recognizes and challenges personal biases.
    • Knowledge: Seeks out and integrates knowledge of various cultures.
    • Skills and intervention strategies: Adapts counseling approaches to address cultural diversity.

    Addressing Culture in Counseling

    • Be aware of your own cultural background.
    • Identify your basic assumptions about diversity.
    • Examine the sources of your knowledge about culture.
    • Remain open to ongoing learning about culture and therapeutic work.
    • Be willing to identify your personal worldviews and prejudices.
    • Pay attention to the common ground among individuals with different backgrounds.
    • Be flexible in your methods.
    • Remember that practicing a multicultural perspective can make your job easier and rewarding.

    Issues Faced by Beginning Counselors

    • Dealing with anxiety
    • Being yourself and self-disclosure.
    • Avoiding perfectionism.
    • Being honest with your limitations.
    • Understanding silence.
    • Dealing with demands from clients.
    • Dealing with clients who lack commitment.
    • Tolerating ambiguity.
    • Becoming aware of your countertransference.
    • Developing a sense of humor.
    • Sharing responsibility with the client.
    • Declining to give advice.
    • Defining your role as a counselor.
    • Learning to use techniques appropriately.
    • Developing your own counseling style.
    • Maintaining your vitality as a person and a professional.

    RA 9258: Guidance and Counseling Act of 2004

    • Professionalizes the practice of guidance and counseling.
    • Creates a Professional Regulatory Board of Guidance and Counseling.

    Definition of Guidance and Counseling

    • A profession that utilizes an integrated approach to promote the development of individuals by assisting them in fully realizing their potential and planning their future based on their abilities, interests, and needs.

    Definition of a Guidance Counselor

    • A registered individual who holds a valid Certificate of Registration and a Professional Identification Card issued by the Professional Regulatory Board of Guidance and Counseling and the Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC), and who provides guidance and counseling services for a fee, salary, or other forms of compensation, adhering to the requirements outlined in this Act.

    RA 9258: Examination Requirements

    • All applicants for registration as guidance and counseling practitioners must undergo a licensure exam administered by the Board and the Commission.
    • The exam is conducted in designated locations and dates chosen by the Commission in accordance with Republic Act No. 8981, subject to the requirements specified by the Commission.

    RA 9258: Qualifications for the Licensure Examination

    • A citizen of the Republic of the Philippines or a foreign national whose country has a reciprocal agreement with the Philippines in the practice of guidance and counseling.
    • Not convicted of any offense involving moral turpitude.
    • A holder of a Bachelor's Degree in Guidance and Counseling or in an allied discipline, along with a master's degree in Guidance and Counseling from an institution in the Philippines or abroad that is recognized or accredited by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

    RA 9258: Scope of Examination

    • Philosophical, Psychological, and Sociological Foundations of Guidance
    • Counseling Theories, Tools, and Techniques
    • Psychological Testing
    • Organization and Administration of Guidance Services
    • Group Process and Program Development

    Reflecting Content

    • Systematic integration of important ideas and their restatement.
    • Allows for summarizing when:
      • The client’s statements are lengthy and confusing.
      • The client presents many unrelated concepts.
      • To add direction and coherence to a session.
      • To conclude the interview.
      • As a review of the previous session.

    Reflecting Feelings

    • Involves the counselor reflecting on what they perceive the client to be feeling.
    • It communicates that the counselor understands and empathizes with the client's feelings.
    • It is important to be specific when reflecting on the client's feelings.

    Self-Disclosure

    • Involves the counselor sharing personal experiences or anecdotes that relate to a client's situation.
    • It's essential to balance self-disclosure, ensuring that it's appropriate and does not shift the focus from the client's needs.

    Interpreting

    • Focusing on the implicit message that the client is conveying.
    • Providing the client with a new way of understanding their situation.

    Information Giving

    • Providing Relevant Information to clients.
    • Used to guide clients toward better understanding or decision-making.

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    Explore the significant milestones in the history of counseling, from the early 1900s to the establishment of key organizations like the American Counseling Association. Learn about influential figures such as Frank Parsons and Carl Rogers, whose contributions shaped modern counseling practices. This quiz covers the evolution of counseling as a profession.

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