The cover story for this issue of Counseling Today is an important one. We rarely enjoy stopping to reflect on our vulnerabilities, but in the counseling profession, being aware of our strengths and our vulnerabilities will make us better counselors. The word “burnout” gets used a lot these days. I’ve heard young adults talking about…continue reading

This is an exciting time of year for students at every level who are looking forward to spring break. We are also entering the season of college admissions decisions. That can be a season of celebration for college-bound students, but it can also be a time of frustration and despair for those whose plans begin…continue reading

February brings us a couple of fun holidays, including Groundhog Day (a personal favorite) and a few presidential birthdays. But the stores have been preparing us for St. Valentine’s Day since the day after Christmas (seriously). Aside from the blatant commercialism, it is nice to have a holiday devoted to love. In February, I also…continue reading

For many people, the beginning of the new year is a time for resolutions. If you would indulge me for a moment, there are a couple of “professional resolutions” that I think are worth consideration. Many of us came into the counseling profession imagining ourselves sitting across from a client who needed our support or…continue reading

Counselors believe that the importance of honoring diversity underpins all that we do. I identified two areas of focus for my year as president, including trauma and disaster mental health, the importance of which we have seen highlighted several times since summer. The other area of focus has to do with cultural encounters and how…continue reading