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Preface | |
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Acknowledgments | |
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Introduction to the Counseling Profession and the Practicum/Internship | |
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Identity | |
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Professional Counseling Organizations | |
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Getting Licensed | |
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Occupational Outlook for Counselors | |
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Practicum Versus Internship | |
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Practicum/Internship Requirements | |
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Selecting and Applying for a Practicum/Internship | |
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Selecting a Practicum/Internship | |
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The Informational Interview | |
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Applying for the Practicum/Internship | |
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The Practicum/Internship Contract | |
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Final Issues to Consider | |
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Ethical and Legal Issues | |
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Competent Ethical Practice for Counselors | |
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act | |
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Informed Consent | |
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Confidentiality and Privileged Communication | |
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Technology and Client Records | |
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Boundary Issues: Dual Relationships in Counseling | |
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Liability Insurance | |
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Clinical Issues in Practicum/Internship | |
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Building the Therapeutic Alliance | |
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Initial Intake Form | |
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Initial Assessment | |
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Counseling Techniques | |
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The Clinical Record | |
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Closing the Session | |
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Final Suggestions | |
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Clinical Writing Skills | |
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Client Records and the Standard of Care | |
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Recommendations for Record Keeping | |
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General Recommendations for Writing Case Notes | |
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SOAP Format | |
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Classroom and Site Supervision | |
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Practicum/Internship Class | |
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Models of Critique | |
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Written Feedback | |
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Offering Feedback to Peers | |
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On-Site Supervision | |
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Multicultural Issues and Considerations | |
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Self-Awareness: The First Step | |
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Multicultural Competencies | |
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Developing Culturally Appropriate Skills | |
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Ethics and Multicultural Counseling | |
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Final Thoughts | |
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Managing Stress During Your Practicum/Internship | |
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Developing and Maintaining a Healthy and Mindful Lifestyle | |
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Conflict Management Skills | |
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The Counseling Student as Client | |
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Final Suggestions for Self-Care | |
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Crisis Intervention in Practicum/Internship | |
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The Duty to Warn | |
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Suicidal Clients | |
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Assessing Danger to Others | |
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Child Abuse and Neglect | |
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Recommended Resources for Suicide Prevention | |
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Organizations for the Prevention of Suicide | |
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Suicide Hotlines | |
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Protecting Yourself During Practicum/Internship | |
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Predictors of Client Violence | |
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Dealing With Aggressive Behaviors | |
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Defusing Violence | |
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Self-Defense Training | |
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Workplace Violence Prevention Plan | |
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What to Do After an Assault | |
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Termination in Counseling | |
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When to Terminate a Counseling Relationship | |
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Discussing Termination With the Client | |
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The Termination Plan | |
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Client's Resistance to Termination | |
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Counselor Resistance to Termination | |
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Referrals and Follow-up | |
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Completing the Practicum/Internship and Preparing for the future | |
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Terminating the Field Supervisor-Intern Relationship | |
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Preparing for the Job Search | |
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The Visioning Process: Creating Your Dream | |
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The Career Center | |
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Requesting References | |
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Developing a R�sum� or Curriculum Vitae | |
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Writing a Cover Letter | |
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The Interview | |
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Dealing With Rejection | |
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Evaluating a Job Offer | |
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Final Thoughts on Concluding Your Practicum/Internship and Beginning Your Career | |
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List of Professional Counseling Organizations | |
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ACA Code of Ethics | |
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ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors | |
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State Licensure Boards and Requirements | |
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Practicum and Internship Contract | |
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References | |
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Index | |