Respectful Model of Counseling and Human Development PDF

# RESPECTFUL Model The **RESPECTFUL** model of counseling and human development (Ivey et al. 2001; Ivey, D' Andrea, and Ivey 2012 as cited in Ivey, Ivey, and Zalaquett 2015) is a framework that consists of ten factors that affect the client's psychological development and sense of personal well-bei...

# RESPECTFUL Model The **RESPECTFUL** model of counseling and human development (Ivey et al. 2001; Ivey, D' Andrea, and Ivey 2012 as cited in Ivey, Ivey, and Zalaquett 2015) is a framework that consists of ten factors that affect the client's psychological development and sense of personal well-being. This model explains how each factor influences individuals development and how they view themselves and others. It likewise assists counselors and other helping professionals in understanding their clients' background, needs, and characteristics so they can provide the appropriate interventions. - **R** - Religious/Spiritual identity - **E** - Economic class background - **S** - Sexual identity - **P** - Psychological maturity - **E** - Ethnic/Racial identity - **C** - Chronological/Developmental challenges - **T** - Trauma and other threats to one's well-being - **F** - Family background and history - **U** - Unique physical characteristics - **L** - Location of residence and language differences ## Factors of the RESPECTFUL Model ### Religious/Spiritual Identity Religious or spiritual beliefs greatly influence individuals' development , values, attitudes, behavior, and worldview. It is important for counselors to understand how this factor affects their clients' psychological development and well-being. It is also imperative for counselors to examine how their religious and spiritual beliefs may affect their work with clients particularly those who may have differing religious or spiritual persuasions. ### Psychological Maturity Psychological maturity refers to clients having undergone psychological process that enables them to "move from simple to more complex way of thinking about themselves and their life experiences" (Ivey et al. 2001). Counselors should determine their clients' psychological maturity and how this affects clients' worldview, attitudes, values, and behavior so that they are able to come up with appropriate interventions that would benefit clients. ### Sexual Identity Sexual identity relates to clients "gender identity and sexual orientation" (Ivey, Ivey, and Zalaquett 2015, 18). Gender identity refers to individuals "internal sense of being a man or woman, neither of these, both, or other genders" (Johnson 2019, 7), while sexual orientation is the individuals "physical, romantic, emotional, aesthetic and/or other forms of attraction to others" (Johnson 2019, 8). ### Economic Class Background Economic background affects individuals' development, values, attitudes, behavior, and worldview. Counselors should recognize how economic factors impact on clients identifying their strengths and concerns during counseling. It is also important for counselors to be mindful about their assumptions when working with clients coming from different economic groups as these might affect how they relate with the clients. ### Chronological/Developmental Challenges Chronological/developmental challenges refer to "age-related changes" that clients face at different points of their lives (Ivey et al. 2001). As counselors have knowledge on human development , they should be mindful that assessment of their clients' needs and problems and choosing interventions to be used during counseling sessions are age appropriate. ### Ethnic/Racial Identity Ethnic/racial identity affects the psychological development and well-being of clients. Being a member of an ethno-linguistic group or a race affects clients' worldview, beliefs, assumptions, and attitudes. Counselors should develop knowledge and skills that would help them understand clients coming from these ethno-linguistic groups so that they can provide culturally appropriate interventions. ### Unique Physical Characteristics Unique physical characteristics (i.e., physical disabilities) may have an impact on clients' psychological development and well-being. Counselors should be sensitive to and knowledgeable about issues related to physical disabilities when working with clients who experience such unique physical characteristics. They are also encouraged to reflect about their views, assumptions, and beliefs about physical disabilities as these might affect how they work with clients with such physical conditions. ### Family Background and History Family history and relationships influence clients' psychological development and well-being. Counselors should understand how this factor affects clients' values, attitudes, behavior, and worldview and examine how clients derive their personal strengths from their families. Counselors are also encouraged to be mindful on how their own family upbringing and experiences may affect their practice. ### Location of Residence and Language Differences Location of residence refers to the geographical region and setting where clients reside which differ in terms of terrain, climate, language, and cultural practices and traditions. Clients are influenced by the environment where they grew up and where they live. Counselors are encouraged to reflect about assumptions or beliefs that they have about people whose location of residence and language are different from their own as these may have implications on their interaction and working relationship with such clients.