CONTENTS Preface Acknowledgments 1. Introduction to the Counseling Profession and the Practicum/Internship Identity Professional Counseling Organizations Counselor Licensure Occupational Outlook for Counselors Practicum Versus Internship Practicum/Internship Requirements 2. Selecting and Applying for a Practicum/Internship Selecting a Practicum/Internship The Informational Interview Applying for the Practicum/Internship The Practicum/Internship Contract Final Issues to Consider 3. Ethical and Legal Issues Competent Ethical Practice for Counselors Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Informed Consent Confidentiality and Privileged Communication Technology and Client Records Boundary Issues: Dual Relationships in Counseling Sexual Intimacy With Clients Liability Insurance 4. Clinical Issues in Practicum/Internship Building the Therapeutic Alliance Initial Intake Form Initial Assessment Counseling Techniques The Clinical Record Closing the Session Final Suggestions Conclusion 5. Clinical Writing and Documentation in Counseling Records Client Records and the Standard of Care Documenting Complicated End-of-Life Issues Case Notes Recommendations for Record Keeping General Recommendations for Writing Case Notes SOAP Format 6. Models of Supervision: Classroom and Site Supervision Practicum/Internship Class Models of Supervision and Critique Written Feedback Offering Feedback to Peers 7. Multicultural Issues and Considerations Self-Awareness: The First Step Multicultural Competencies Developing Culturally Appropriate Skills Ethics and Multicultural Counseling Final Thoughts 8.

Managing Stress During Your Practicum/Internship Developing and Maintaining a Healthy and Mindful Lifestyle Conflict Management Skills The Counseling Student as Client Final Suggestions for Self-Care Conclusion 9. Crisis Intervention in Practicum/Internship The Duty to Warn Suicidal Clients Assessing Danger to Others Child Abuse and Neglect Recommended Resources for Suicide Prevention Organizations for the Prevention of Suicide Suicide Hotlines Conclusion 10. Protecting Yourself During the Practicum/Internship Experience Predictors of Client Violence Dealing With Aggressive Behaviors Defusing Violence Self-Defense Training Workplace Violence Prevention Plan What to Do After an Assault Conclusion 11. Termination in Counseling: How to Say Goodbye When to Terminate a Counseling Relationship Discussing Termination With the Client The Termination Plan Client''s Resistance to Termination Counselor Resistance to Termination Referrals and Follow-Up Abandonment Conclusion 12. Completing the Practicum/Internship and Preparing for the Future as a Professional Counselor Terminating the Field Supervisor-Intern Relationship Preparing for the Job Search The Visioning Process: Creating Your Dream Career The Career Center Professional Networking Sites Requesting References Developing a Résumé or Curriculum Vitae Writing a Cover Letter The Job Interview Dealing With Rejection Evaluating a Job Offer Final Thoughts on Concluding Your Practicum/Internship and Beginning Your Career Appendix A: List of Professional Counseling Organizations Appendix B: State Licensure Boards and Requirements Appendix C: Documents for Practicum and Internship Index.