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1. PROFESSIONALS AND PRACTITIONERS IN COUNSELING

2. A career that provides you an opportunity to assist others in developing their potentials and to encourage personal growth and learnings. The essence of the guidance councilor’s role in school is to provide help for students who seeks help and yes, guidance. Pofessional councelors are licensed and trained in providing helping strategies to assist the clients. To do this effectively, they must not have a personal involvement with their clients as this results to preconceived ideas and biases affecting to the counseling process.  

3. On the other hand, informal helpers are those who have not received any formal training on how to provide professional help to clients. In this case, informal helpers may be unaware of how their personal biases influence the assistance they provide. For example, informal helpers might tend to avoid confrontation or contradicting statements of the counselee to preserve their friendhip or personal relationship with the councelee.

4. Counselors are guided by rules and regulations or what is called “ Code of Ethics” Cognition of the role of counselors in the Philippines, the Guidance nd Counseling Act of 2004 was promulgated to support the improvement, advance and protection of the guidance and councelee profession. Unlike professional counselors, informal helpers are not bound by any standards or regulations, they help their own accord and re expected not to follow mandates or stipulation set by the government or an organiation.

5. Counselors use strategies and techniques to promote the client’s personal growth. By using self-talk technique (a cognitive approach in counseling) the counselor will help evaluate hos or her thoughts which are helpful or not.

6. Given these differences between professional counselors and informal helpers, professional counselors have the following characteristics: 1. They have acquired knowledge, skills, and competencies through formal and specialized training. Thus, professional counselors are competent to provide approaches or strategies that promote clients' personal growth. 2. They are guided by standards of professional practice and laws. Thus, they maintain confidentiality of their client's issues and concerns and act to the best interest of their clients. 3. They are formally identified as members of the helping profession, competent in promoting growth and personal change in their clients.

7. Professional counselors also prepare lessons and implement guidance instructions to students. To meet these objectives, professional counselors deliver talks, seminars, workshops, and other interesting activities.

8. Leaders and advocates of academic success. school counselors have an ethical responsibility of promoting academic success by helping students identify barriers affecting school performance.

9. Professional counselors also provide activities that will prepare students for the demands and requirements of their chosen profession. These activities include formal writing of résumés, training for job interviews, and identifying appropriate clothing for job applications.

10. For example, because of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) integration, the Philippines will now be more accommodating to students from foreign countries. There will thus be an increasing number of students from other Asian countries. At the same time, counselors may also carry out jogram for Filipino students with the goal of helping them demonstrate hospitality ger, and understanding of their foreign classmates.

11. Professional counselors amation to students with special needs such as athletes, honor students, students wah abientre parents or learning disabilities, and clinically diagnosed students, such the with depression and anxiety. They are special groups who need additional tance to help them cope better. Counselors may alio organize activities that will help at-need students understand depression, anxiety, phobia, or addiction.

12. A comprehensive school counseling program is necessary in order to address academic, personal-social, and career concerns of students. Interventions that address school bullying campaigns and peer mentoring can help students feel safe in school.

13. Counselors, for example, cooperate with teachers to better assist students with learning difficulties or behavioral problems. At times, school counselors are tasked to prepare seminar-workshops to facilitate teachers better understanding of the personality dynamics of students. Through conferences, counselors collaborate with the students' parents to best facilitate and promote better academic performance.

14. Roles and Funtion of a Professional Counselor The counseling profession evolved as a respones to various economic,social, and technological changes. Examples of his changes includes the rise in the number of overseas workers, many of whom are parents; the use of technologies in classroom, and an increase in cultural diversity in clasrooms. Given the situation, guidance counselor have thus become important members of the educational team.

15. Allied Mental Health Professionals

16. Allied Mental Health Professionals Allieds;

17. Allied Mental Health Professionals Allieds; Psychologist

18. Allied Mental Health Professionals Allieds; Psychologist Psychiatrist

19. Allied Mental Health Professionals Allieds; Psychologist Psychiatrist Neurologist

20. Allied Mental Health Professionals Allieds; Psychologist Psychiatrist Neurologist Social Worker

21. Psychologist Psychotherapy is known as the use of psychological approches such as talk therapy which allows clients to tell whatever in hid or her mind. This requires longer duration compared to regular counseling because counseling is given to individuals with problems such as adjustments and day to day concerns while psychotherapy is providedwith those who have mental health problems or disorders.

22. Psychiatrist Psychiatrist specialize on the treatment of mental health disorders and believed that such disorders can be resolved by pharmacological interventions.

23. Neurologist Neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study and treatment disorders of the nervous system. When a client’s performance is affected by neurological problems, like speech and language disorder, brain seizures, or movement disorders. Professionl counselors refer him or her to a neurologist.

24. Social Worker A social worker counsels to housing emergencies or crisis situations, for instance, a student is suddenly orphaned, the counselors may work hand in hand with a social worker to make sure that the said student is able to deal with his or her situation.

25. Characteristics of a Professional Counselor

26. Characteristics of a Professional Counselor Professional counselors posess distinctive traits that make them unique from other helping professionals. Thus , aside from being knowledgeable and equipped with skills necessary in helping, effective counselors must develop and exhibit personal traits. These includes the following

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28. Empathy This is the ability to accurately sense the feelings and understand the counselee’s experience. Includes the counselor’s capacity to communicate acceptance and understanding of the counselee’s pointof view.

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30. Acceptance This is the ability to demonstrate an attitude that is accepting of the client’s insights as expressed during the counseling session. -- also referred to as unconditional positive regard.

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32. Genuiness When a person is genuine, this means the he or she is authentic, open, and in touch with his or her thoughts and feelings. a genuine trait is manifested when you feel the same for your counselee even if he or she is not around.

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34. Self-awareness An awareness of one’s strength and limitations is necessary for the efficient and ethical practice of the profession. when a counselor has self-awareness, he or she is conscious about his or her personal motivations, values,world views, and biases,as well as how these influence his or her professional decisions.

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36. Cultural competence An effective counselor needsto be culturally competent in order to facilitate change and diverse populations. imples that counselor must know and understand the background of their clients such as traditions, beliefs, and family systems.

37. Cultural competence Factors that counselors need to consider in addressing client’s cultural diversity, include the following: religion economicbackground, sexual identity, ethnic or racial identity, physical attributes, language and location of residence, and family background.

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39. Open-mindedness Counselors must be opne-minded about improving themsselves so they can mature and develop professionally. Thus, they must welcome and embrace new experiences and their lessons. They should always be open to suggestionsand constructive criticism.

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41. Integrity Professional counselors must demonstrait personal values expressed i the ethical practice of their profession. ex, honesty. in other words, the counselor must embody his or her values or traits not only during counseling sessions but in his or her day-to-daylife.

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43. Competence Professional counselors must be highly skillful and knowledgeable in applying the theories and strategies he or she has learned to effectively help people. they can continuecontinue to enhance their their capabilities by attending professiona organizations, ssminars, workshops, fora, or relevant training to their profession.

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45. Porblem solving skills and creativity Professional counselors see problems not as mere difficulties, but also oppotunitiesfor psychological growth. counselor must properly guide the counseling toward weighing and choosing the best option, as the latter evaluates the risks and opportunities of each option.

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47. Embracing a perspective of wellnes A wellness perspective is the counselor’s ability to see the importance of taking care himself of herself the way he or she takes care of others. the counselor may go through various activities like sports, meditations and yoga as a form of recreation.

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49. Competencies of a Transformative Counselor Estabishing Rapport - to establish rapport means to create and foster a warm and accepting relationship with the counselee. rapport can be achieved by the counserlo’s ability to demonstrate empathy or an understandng of the counselee’s feelings and perspectives. when rapport is established, the counselee may feel safer during the counseling session, hence gaining an increase confidence in expressing his or her thoughts and feelings.

50. Basic Attending Skills - refer to nonverbal behaviors which are important in the counseling process. these basic attending skills make the counselee feel that the counselor is sincerly listening and paying attention to thecounselee’s concerns. These basic attendingskills can be easily recalled by the acronym SOLER: Competencies of a Transformative Counselor

51. These basic attendingskills can be easily recalled by the acronym SOLER: S - meands sitting across the counselee. O - means adopting an open posture during the counseling session L - means maintaining eye contact, but not necessarily staring at the counselee. E - means maintaining eye contact, but not necessarily staring at the counselee. R - means being relaxed or theability to be composed and confident during the session. Competencies of a Transformative Counselor

52. Observational Skills A professionalguidance counselor must have the ability toobserve the verbal and nonverbal messages conveyed by thecounselee. Verbal messages - are the spoken words through stories or insights shared by the counselee. Nonverbal messages - are the cues or indicators of keptthoughts and feelings that may indicate the counselee’s personal issues or prolems. It is imperative to note these nonverbal messages or behaviors as they may provide significant information about the client’s verbally unexpressed thoughts and feelings. Nonverbalbehaviors confirm thediscrepancies between what is being said and what is actually happening.

53. 1. Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 2. 3. 5. 6. 4.

54. Physical Appearance Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 4.

55. Personal Space Physical Appearance Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 4.

56. Voice Personal Space Physical Appearance Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 4.

57. Facial Expression Voice Personal Space Physical Appearance Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 4.

58. Facial Expression Voice Personal Space Physical Appearance Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 1. 2. 3. Body Language 5. 6. 4.

59. Facial Expression Voice Personal Space Physical Appearance Guindon (2011) identified six basic types of nonverbale expression 1. 2. 3. Body Language Sudden change in behavior 5. 6. 4.

60. BASIC RESPONDING SKILLS The following skills allow affective communication with the counselee; 1.Use of encouragers. Encouragers are verbal and nonverbal means to encourage a client to continue talking . 2. Restatement and paraphrasing Restatement allows the counselor to deeply understanding the client's experience by using his or own words to approximate what the counseled has shared.

61. BASIC RESPONDING SKILLS 3.Reflection of Feelings. This skill involves the counselor's capacity to reflect on what emotions or Feelings the counselee has about a particular event or experience . 4. Summarization. Summarization attempts to bring to gether all the important part of the discussion, especially when the counselee discussed different concerns or had a lengthy explanation of his or her experiences.

62. Areas of Specialization School Counseling - Guidance Counselors usually ensure student's academic success. Mental Health or Clinical Counseling - Clinical mental health counselors evaluate, treat, and follow-up with patients struggling with a variety of mental health issues. Industrial Counseling - It is to provide help and support to the employees to face and sail through the difficult times in life. Marriage and Family Counseling - Marriage and family counselors explore issues and concerns that affect the relationship of husband and wife and their roles as parents. Private Practice - Counselors may have their own wellness center or private clinic. Community Counseling - Community counseling is provided to members of the society who encounter difficulties in the community setting.

63. Elementary and High School Counselors - They are the one who design and deliver school counseling programs that improve student outcomes. College Counselors - College counselors are in charge of the implementation for comprehensive guidance programs for the tertiary level. Teaching in the Academe - A professional counselor can also opt to teach in the college and high school levels as long as they meet the necessary academic requirements. Career Counselors - Through career counseling and career coaching, career counselors prepare students and other clients on how to perform well in job applications. Career Opportunities for Professional Counselors

64. Community Counselors - Community counselors provide help to members of certain communities by identifying how certain factors contribute to the well-being of its members. Marriage and Family Counselors - Marriage and family counselors are trained to address family issues and concerns through therapeutic interventions. Substance Abuse Counselors - Substance abuse counselors usually work in drug rehabilitation centers. Rehabilitation Counselors - Rehabilitation counselors deal with clients who suffer from physical disabilities and psychological problems. Researcher - Guidance counselors are trained to conduct evidence-based research and identity the most effective activities that will improve the conditions of certain individuals. Career Opportunities for Professional Counselors

65. Professional ethics - pertain to values that determine the counselors behaviors. Professional counselors stick to ethical principles that serve as an overall guide in their practice. Ethical principles in counseling will guide the counselor in addressing and responding to casses or issues such as this. Professional Ethics Principles in Guidance and Counseling

66. Confidentiality - this principle states that counselees have the right to privacy in working with his or her counselor. All information shared by the counselee, including his or her identity, must be kept secret. Client Welfare - it is the counselors primary responsibility to protect the welfare of the clients. Hence, if the identified needs of the counselee are beyond the expertise of the counselor, then the counselor must refer the client to another professional. Professional Ethics Principles in Guidance and Counseling

67. Informed Consent - professional counselors required to provide their clients an overview of what counseling is all about and what the counseling process entails (e.g., information on policies and goals). This allows the client to decide whether he or she would participate in the counseling process or not. Relationship with Clients - a professional counselors must establish and maintain boundaries in his or her relationship with clients. Professionalism - a professional counselor should clarify with the client the types of activities-other than counseling- which will be utilized to address the client's concerns the techniques and counseling procedures that will be employed, and sort of payment that is expected if working on a private setting. Professional Ethics Principles in Guidance and Counseling

68. Valuing Rights of Individuals, Professional Responsibilities, and Accountability of counselors Professional counselors must not only adhere to the ethics ot their profession but also manifest their commitment. They do so by valuing the rights of individuals and demonstrating accountability to their clients. These can be demonstrate by doing the following (PRBGC 2008):

69. Valuing Rights of Individuals, Professional Responsibilities, and Accountability of counselors 1. Respecting the rights and dignity of every human person. Professional counselors must be bear in mind that each individual is unique. No matter how unruly or how disruptive the behavior of an individual is, he or she deserves to be treated fairly, to be listened to about what he or she thinks and feels, and to be respected. 2. Respecting the clients rights as self-governing individuals. Counselors feel responsible for the welfare of their clients. However, counselors must remember that their clients are capable of helping themselves and are capable of choosing. Therefore, counselors must communicate trust to their clients to encourage maturity and sense of responsibility, even outside the counseling session.

70. Valuing Rights of Individuals, Professional Responsibilities, and Accountability of counselors 3. Being commented to the clients well-being. Professional counselors demonstrate dedication for their work by showing concerns to their client during counseling session and even after the session. 4. Being fair to all clients by providing equal opportunity to all. Counselors do not only provide counseling to few and selected groups, but they accommodate individuals form all walks of life: students, professional, and those coming from high or low socioeconomic conditions.

71. Valuing Rights of Individuals, Professional Responsibilities, and Accountability of counselors 5. Enhancing the quality of their professional knowledge and application. Counselors provide quality service by keeping themselves updated on issues and trends in their profession. Counselors must continuously attend conferences, conventions, fora, seminars, and the like so they can learn more about their field of specialization. They must also join and participate in professional organizationa aimed to develop their competencies. 6. Being responsive to society. Counselors collaborate with other members of the community to provide the best services for their clients. For example, they collaborate with parents, teachers, school administrator, and other stakeholder to further help the students.

72. Most often, people who seek counseling are overwhelmed by emotions: pain, desperation, anger, or sadness. It is thus common for clients to share feelings about losing control of their lives. These are common sentiments because the clients are overwhelmed by uncertainties about their future. Clientele and Audiences in Counseling

73. In the school setting, counseling is provided by the Guidance and Counseling Department. In the industry setting, counseling responds to the concerns of employees or professionals. Difficulties in the workplace are as varied as those in the school setting. A few examples are family problems, career-related concerns, and even financial difficulties that affect the workers' performance. A low rating in performance evaluation is one of the reasons employees are provided with counseling services. Individual

74. 1.Students with academic difficulties. The counselor identifies students who experience difficulties in their academics. He or she calls for them to identify their common concerns, which may have possibly affected their academic performance. 2.Honor students. The counselor meets the best performing students to inspire them to continue their hard work and perseverance. The counselor also encourages them to ascertain difficulties they encounter, which could affect their academic performance. 3.Students with career uncertainties. Students with career uncertainties may not be able to perform well in their academics due to lack of interest caused by such uncertainty, as well as the lack of clear direction for the future. The results of the assessment will serve as basis for discussing related career options that these students may consider. These are some of the groups and organizations a counselor reaches out to:

75. 4.Children of OFW parents and single parents. The 2018 Survey on Overseas Filipinos revealed that 2.3 million Filipinos left the country to seek employment abroad, causing children of absent parents to experience higher stress, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem during teenage years. Research suggests counseling programs and support groups are appropriate for this group. 5.International students from various countries may struggle with assimilating into the Philippines' culture. A counselor assists them in their adjustment process, focusing on effective coping, problem-solving skills, and appropriate responses to homesickness, particularly in new situations. These are some of the groups and organizations a counselor reaches out to:

76. 6.Students living in dormitories or away from home, who are transferred to nearby schools, often experience homesickness, which can impact their academic performance. Effective counseling programs focus on clarifying goals, managing emotions, and socializing to foster a sense of family among peers. 7.Individuals with socioemotional concerns, who feel alone and depressed due to bullying, rejection, or lack of acceptance, may have anger, frustration, and pain. If not addressed, they may experience emotional outbursts or breakdowns. Trainings on interpersonal skills, emotion management, and resilience can help these students. These are some of the groups and organizations a counselor reaches out to:

77. 8.Disaster victims, those who have experienced calamities or disasters causing post-traumatic and stress disorder symptoms, can receive initial treatment through Critical Incident Stress Debriefing or Psychological First Aid, focusing on enhancing coping skills, acceptance, grieving, and resilience. 9.Peer facilitators are trained individuals who play a crucial role in promoting school guidance services and programs. They assist guidance counselors in reaching out to students and perform paracounseling functions, which involve nonprofessionals providing counseling to improve self-awareness, self-management, communication skills, and conflict resolution. However, their help should not replace professional counseling, especially for serious cases, as they are not professional counselors. These are some of the groups and organizations a counselor reaches out to:

78. These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: 1. Government setting - Guidance counselors in the government sector usually work in collaboration with social workers. They provide counseling and other guidance services to individuals referred by government agencies to address the clientele's socioemotional needs. This government sector responds to the needs of children who were abandoned by their parents. 2. Private practice - Guidance counselors may also have either part-time or full-time private practice. They may practice as an individual or in partnership with other groups. In private practice, counselors may also enter in either general practice, where they provide the usual guidance services, or specialized service, where they may devote themselves in specialized counseling that addresses concerns such as addiction, abuse, or crisis.

79. These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: 3. Civil society - Civil society means the general population or the public, which may include municipalities. Examples of professional counselors who work in this setting are pastoral counselors, or those who work in parishes and churches. They provide counseling services to individuals with concerns relevant to issues of morality or spirituality. 4. Schools- Professional counselors in the school setting provide programs and services that address the cognitive, social, emotional, moral, and spiritual needs of students. They also provide activities to help students cope with their academic requirements and challenges. They also guide the students to plan their future career goals in terms of courses to take in the tertiary level.

80. These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: 5. Community - This includes a group of people in a certain place or area. Counselors in the community setting deal with diverse groups and a number of societal concerns ranging from developmental needs to crises requiring immediate attention. Community counselors address crises such as suicidal tendencies of a referred individual or drug dependency of either an individual or a group. They also respond to facilitative concerns, like job placement and marital conflicts; preventive measures, like drug awareness and sex education; and developmental issues such as midlife crisis.

81. These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: COUNSELING SERVICES, PROCESSES, AND METHODS Counseling - is the main thing counselors do. It helps individuals with personal growth, problem-solving, and decision-making. It's all about forming a good relationship between the counselor and the client. This can be one-on-one or in a group. Individual counseling is for personal issues, and group counseling helps people see they're not alone in their problems. Orientation and information service - In schools, guidance programs are important, and everyone should know about them. This includes students, parents, teachers, and others. They should know what help counselors can provide and how to get it. Counselors share info through group talks and post important stuff on boards. They also use posters, TV, radio, or brochures to spread the word in schools and other places.

82. These are some of the settings where professional counselors provide services: Clientele and Audiences in Counselling Communities Guidance counsellors also work in partnership with other members of the school community such as parents and school authorities. 1.)Parents- In order to address the students needs, collaborative efforts between parents and counsellors are being done through conferences or meetings. This meeting is aimed at discussing possible ways for the parents to provide positive support to their child. This way, the parents can better understand their children’s behaviour. 2.)School Authorities- School authorities and Administrators, like teachers, department head, and principals are also counted as a clientele of guidance counsellors. A counsellor can meet with the teachers to help them understand the psychological aspects affecting the students learning progress.

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