Chapter 17 Conclusion

To conclude Counseling Theories I have learned a variety of theories and techniques that will undoubtedly help me in the future as a school counselor. When a student comes in to my office I will have a series of thoughts to determine how I want to approach helping that particular student. It is important to remember that my personal style and preferences are different than others. It is important to choose a technique that is empirically valid, stimulating, and practical. Knowing yourself is the first step in becoming an effective counselor. Without acknowledging our personal biases and beliefs, we could influence clients or students. Although I will clearly not be providing therapy to students, it was very interesting to learn the different perspectives and to gain knowledge related to counseling.