Introduction to Counseling and GuidanceThis introduction to counseling text includes comprehensive coverage of process, setting, and theory. It presents practical examples and discussions of the major facets of counseling in both school and non-school settings. Readers are provided with an overview and general discussion of six critical areas. They are: 1) historical perspectives and current activities of counselors, 2) the role and function of counselors in a variety of settings, 3) techniques utilized by counselors, 4) the organization of counseling programs, 5) research and evaluation responsibilities, and 6) legal and ethical guidelines. |
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