Book Description:
Explore the essentials of counseling with Bradley T. Erford’s “Orientation to the Counseling Profession”. This comprehensive guide covers the history, ethics, and theories of counseling, different counseling settings and roles, practical skills, and future trends. Ideal for students and professionals.
Orientation to the Counseling Profession
Author: Bradley T. Erford
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 978-0134387796
Introduction: Orientation to the Counseling Profession offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of counseling. It explores a variety of critical areas including:
- The history, ethics, and theories of counseling
- The different types of counseling settings and roles
- The skills and techniques used by counselors
- The challenges and rewards of practicing counseling
- The future of the counseling profession
This book is presented in a clear and concise style, enriched with numerous examples and case studies, making it an invaluable resource for anyone pursuing a career in counseling.