Homework: Self-Reflection
You have been practicing counseling skills either on a volunteer or on yourself throughout this course. This paper is an opportunity to reflect on everything you learned. It is also an opportunity to examine yourself as a potential counselor. Refer to the attached counselor dispositions and use language from the dispositions when responding to each of the following areas. You may write in the first-person perspective in this homework.
Write a 500 to 750 words paper addressing the following:
a) What is the most significant information you learned about the skills required to be an effective counselor? Were there any skills that surprised you as you worked through the course?
b) What are your strengths as a potential counselor? These could be attending or communication skills, attitudes or behaviors that will be an asset in the counseling role.
c) What skills do you think will be most difficult for you? What might be your handicaps as a counselor?
d) What are some specific actions you will take to prepare yourself for your future practicum and internship experience?
e) Review your text regarding consultant-counselor and the additional reading on the topic. Explain the role of consultant-counselor. Do you see yourself acting in this role? Why or why not?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.