Lesson 3 - Discipines and Ideas in Applied Social Sciences.pptx

Disciplines and Ideas in Applied Social Sciences

1. ROLES AND FUNCTIONS OF COUNSELORS

2. Counselors offer guidance to individuals, couples, families and groups who are dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being . Many counselors approach their work holistically, using a “wellness” model which highlights and encourages client’s strengths.

3. ROLES OF COUNSELORS

4. ROLES OF COUNSELORS Work with individuals, groups and communities to improve mental health. Encourage clients to discuss emotions and experiences . Examine issues including substance abuse, aging, bullying, anger management, careers, depression, relationships, LGBTQ issues, self-image, stress and suicide. Work with families .

5. ROLES OF COUNSELORS Help client’s define goals, plan action and gain insight . Develop therapeutical processes. Refer clients to psychologists and other services . Take a holistic approach to mental health care .

6. Counselors work in diverse community settings designed to provide a variety of counseling, rehabilitation and support services. Their duties vary greatly depending on their specialty which is determined by the setting in which they work and the population they serve. Counselors are challenged with children, adolescents and adults that have multiple issues such as mental health disorders.

7. FUNCTIONS OF COUNSELORS

8. FUNCTIONS OF COUNSELORS To provide appropriate counseling and support . To assist students of all levels. To promote the academic, career, personal and social development of children and youth. To help students evaluate their abilities, interests, talents and personalities .

9. FUNCTIONS OF COUNSELORS To develop realistic academic and career goals . To operate career information centers and career education programs . To help students understand and deal with social, behavioral and personal development.

10. Prepared by: Pio Sandino L. Mendinueta THANK YOU 