Prevention and Counseling Psychology
- 1 November 2000
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in The Counseling Psychologist
- Vol. 28 (6) , 733-763
- https://doi.org/10.1177/0011000000286001
Abstract
This article advocates the need for a much stronger emphasis on and commitment to the science and practice of prevention in counseling psychology. Historical and recent developments in the profession are highlighted, as are the changing U.S. demographics and societal needs that mandate an enhanced prevention focus for the field. A prevention-based agenda of four fundamental goals for counseling psychology is articulated. The goals include eight training domains and objectives as well as skills needed to support a prevention agenda for counseling psychology. Barriers and adjustments needed to give renewed vitality toward prevention are discussed. Prevention resources and funding opportunities are presented.Keywords
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