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When Bob Gifford takes up a one-year appointment as counselor at
elite Biltmore College, Minnesota, he has no idea his life will
soon be in danger. Okay, the hostility from most of his colleagues
is evident from the outset - as an orphan brought up in a boys'
home, with degrees from obscure state colleges in Arkansas and
Texas, he will never fit in to their privileged, blue-blood world.
But it soon becomes obvious that workplace politics constitutes the
least of his worries. One of his student clients dies in a car
crash shortly after hinting that she has something to tell him
about the recent, violent death of a professor on the Biltmore
campus. Immediately afterwards, a home-made bomb explodes in Bob's
apartment. Then he finds secret messages being left for him in the
university library. Someone, or some organization, it appears,
believes Bob is on the brink of uncovering a conspiracy. But what
is it they think Bob knows? Who are they? And is he being
encouraged to dig deeper or being warned off? Gradually he comes to
realize he can trust no one - not the college staff, not his
landlord, and not the police. It is even too risky to confide in
Steve Washington, the flamboyant black colleague and fellow
"outsider" who has been almost alone in offering Bob friendship, or
Janet, the spirited Jewish woman with whom Bob has a tantalizing
on-off relationship. And just when a new appointment in
back-of-beyond Texas appears to offer an escape route, Bob comes
closer than ever to death. City of Shadows combines the qualities
of a superior thriller with a deep understanding of human nature
and insights into the claustrophobic, competitive world of academe.
With as many twists as a mountain road, and set-piece
confrontations that would have made Hitchcock proud, it is as
entertaining as it is compelling.
This book is a life skills type of manual. That is, it provides
guidance and interactive lessons (e.g., journaling, probing
questions, mindfulness-based activities such as meditation,
reframing toxic self talk, healthy risk taking, grief resolution,
creating meaning in life, and much more). Ideally, this book would
be a helpful read for students in graduate mental health programs,
those in the field, people considering a career in counseling or
another mental health field, and perhaps other professionals (e.g.,
the clergy, teachers, nurses, parents, etc.). This book would be
different from just about any in professional literature; it is a
mindfulness-based approach to life tasks
This book is a life skills type of manual. That is, it provides
guidance and interactive lessons (e.g., journaling, probing
questions, mindfulness-based activities such as meditation,
reframing toxic self talk, healthy risk taking, grief resolution,
creating meaning in life, and much more). Ideally, this book would
be a helpful read for students in graduate mental health programs,
those in the field, people considering a career in counseling or
another mental health field, and perhaps other professionals (e.g.,
the clergy, teachers, nurses, parents, etc.). This book would be
different from just about any in professional literature; it is a
mindfulness-based approach to life tasks
The Professional Counselor: Challenges and Opportunities weaves a
rich narrative for the inner counselor of self-discovery,
mindfulness and self-care, emotional intelligence, counselor
identity, ethical issues, career maturation, and future trends in
counseling. Readers will be confronted with professional decision
points regarding enrollment in the counselor profession, ethical
issues, client treatment, accreditation, and occupational outlook.
The text also posits counseling as an emerging global profession
and addresses the ways technology will transform professional
practice. Each chapter concludes with a Lessons Learned section in
which the author uses his personal and professional experiences to
address relevant professional issues in mindfulness-based
treatment. The Professional Counselor is an excellent resource and
guide for students in graduate counseling programs, those
considering the field, and counselors new to the profession.
The Professional Counselor: Challenges and Opportunities weaves a
rich narrative for the inner counselor of self-discovery,
mindfulness and self-care, emotional intelligence, counselor
identity, ethical issues, career maturation, and future trends in
counseling. Readers will be confronted with professional decision
points regarding enrollment in the counselor profession, ethical
issues, client treatment, accreditation, and occupational outlook.
The text also posits counseling as an emerging global profession
and addresses the ways technology will transform professional
practice. Each chapter concludes with a Lessons Learned section in
which the author uses his personal and professional experiences to
address relevant professional issues in mindfulness-based
treatment. The Professional Counselor is an excellent resource and
guide for students in graduate counseling programs, those
considering the field, and counselors new to the profession.
Dr. Bob Gifford is interim director of the Student Health Center at
tiny Wells Springs College in the ridiculously remote town of Wells
Springs, Texas. When one of Bob's students claims she was visited
by a brother thought to be killed during the Gulf War, he fears
she's losing her mind. He schedules a second session, but the
student mysteriously disappears. His lone friend is Fr. Jose Pallo,
a radical, ex-con, very profane priest ironically is the one person
in whom the irreligious Bob can confide. Soon, shadowy forces are
closing in leaving Bob to rely on his raw wits for survival. Each
time he dodges a threat, another seems lurking around the corner,
turning a seemingly tranquil college campus and sleepy community
into a landmine.
When Bob Gifford takes up a one-year appointment as counselor at
elite Biltmore College, Minnesota, he has no idea his life will
soon be in danger. Okay, the hostility from most of his colleagues
is evident from the outset-as an orphan brought up in a boys' home,
with degrees from obscure state colleges in Arkansas and Texas, he
will never fit in to their privileged, blue-blood world. But it
soon becomes obvious that workplace politics constitutes the least
of his worries. One of his student clients dies in a car crash
shortly after hinting that she has something to tell him about the
recent, violent death of a professor on the Biltmore campus.
Immediately afterwards, a home-made bomb explodes in Bob's
apartment. Then he finds secret messages being left for him in the
university library. Someone, or some organization, it appears,
believes Bob is on the brink of uncovering a conspiracy. But what
is it they think Bob knows? Who are they? And is he being
encouraged to dig deeper or being warned off? Gradually he comes to
realize he can trust no one-not the college staff, not his
landlord, and not the police. It is even too risky to confide in
Steve Washington, the flamboyant black colleague and fellow
"outsider" who has been almost alone in offering Bob friendship, or
Janet, the spirited Jewish woman with whom Bob has a tantalizing
on-off relationship. And just when a new appointment in
back-of-beyond Texas appears to offer an escape route, Bob comes
closer than ever to death. City of Shadows combines the qualities
of a superior thriller with a deep understanding of human nature
and insights into the claustrophobic, competitive world of academe.
With as many twists as a mountain road, and set-piece
confrontations that would have made Hitchcock proud, it is as
entertaining as it is compelling.
This bestselling guide to the practicum and internship experience,
written expressly for graduate counseling students by a seasoned
counselor and educator, is now substantially revised. New and
expanded content touches on CACREP developments, trauma-informed
care, social media, mindfulness, multicultural competencies, and
more. With a strong focus on counseling as a specific professional
identity, the book helps graduate students and new counselors
develop their own approach to counseling and supervision,
maintaining beneficial working relationships, self-care and
developing good writing skills and record keeping. A completely new
chapter focuses on trauma-informed care developed from
evidence-based approaches.Concise and accessible, the book
describes everything students need to know as they enter and
progress through the practicum and internship process. Replete with
case examples and sample forms, it encompasses information on how
to select and apply for practicum/internships in all settings. It
also examines ethical and legal issues, ensuring student safety at
field sites, and clinical issues including teletherapy and
termination. Instructor and student ancillary materials are
included with this new edition. Print version of the book includes
free, searchable, digital access to the entire contents! New to the
Third Edition: Updated to include content on 2014 ACA Code of
Ethics and CACREP developments New chapter on trauma-informed care
including evidence-based approaches Information on crisis
intervention and de-escalation Increased content on supervision
styles and models Expanded information on student safety at field
sites, job searching, dealing with mandated/resistant clients, and
goal setting and self-evaluation Receiving feedback from
supervisors and providing feedback to peers Stages of change/client
willingness to change as counseling model Discussions about social
media, vicarious trauma, cyber bullying, and mindfulness
Teletherapy including confidentiality issues, hacking, encryption,
legal issues Multicultural counseling competencies Expanded case
studies New Instructor's manual and PowerPoint slides Key Features:
Focuses on counseling as a specific professional identity Covers
everything students need to know as they enter and progress though
the practicum/internship process Mentors students in a supportive,
user-friendly style Includes abundant case examples A concluding
chapter on preparing for the job search, resumes, cover letters,
and negotiating salary
Campus counseling services today must face the challenges of
greater diversity and complexity on campus while making do with
fewer resources. In order to be maximally effective, they must be
willing to engage with other services within and beyond the campus
itself. This comprehensive manual for campus mental health and
student affairs professionals is specifically designed to provide
the most current information available regarding critical issues
impacting the mental health and educational experiences of today's
college students. It is unique in its focus on outreach beyond the
walls of the counseling center and how counseling services can
coordinate their efforts with other on and off-campus institutions
to expand their reach and provide optimal services.
Written for both mental health counselors and administrators,
the text addresses ethical and legal issues, campus outreach,
crisis and trauma services, substance abuse, sexual minorities,
spiritual and religious issues, bullying and aggression, web-based
counseling, and pychoeducational services. The authors of this text
distill their expertise from more than 30 years of combined
experience working and teaching in a variety of college and
university counseling centers throughout the U.S. The book serves
as both a comprehensive text for courses in college counseling and
college student affairs and services, as well as an all-inclusive
manual for all college and university mental health and student
affairs professionals.
Key Features: Offers comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of
college counseling center practices and programming Provides a
unique focus on integration and coordination with other student
services within and beyond the campus Covers a wide range of
counseling services including academic and residential Discusses
critical contemporary issues such as substance abuse, response to
violent and traumatic events, internet bullying, and diversity
concerns Written by authors with a wide range of experience in
counseling services and other student affairs
Fully updated, the second edition of this comprehensive,
easy-to-use guide explores the wealth of diverse career
opportunities in both traditional and non-traditional counseling
settings. It provides up-to-date information on occupational
outlooks, best and most challenging aspects of each job, and
profiles of real-life counselors that provide insight into the core
of the profession. Each career is consistently formatted to include
an overview of the profession, salary range, employment prospects,
and educational and licensing requirements. The book also examines
the pros and cons of different types of educational programs
including online curricula. Additionally, this resource provides
guidance for financing your education and the job search process.
Helpful checklists and questionnaires for current counseling
professionals who seek a change, those in graduate programs, and
those new to the profession, help readers to make well-informed
choices. New to the Second Edition: Completely updated to reflect
significant changes in the field New Bureau of Labor occupational
outlook Updated and expanded coverage of educational requirements,
licensure, and continuing education Highlights new and emerging
careers Special focus on careers in mindfulness practice, trauma
counseling, international counseling, art therapy, and in-hospital
and in-patient settings New profiles of real-life counselors
Enhanced coverage of social media, networking sites, and search
engines Key Features: Includes helpful career development tools
such as checklists and questionnaires, job-hunting websites,
networking tips, and more Provides salary range, employment
prospects, and best and worst aspects of each job Offers guidance
on educational requirement, licensure, and continuing education
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