Basics
Name of your presenter for today about counseling lol
Dr. Beda Bjorn
or Dr. B
How often can one see a counselor?
What does LMHC stand for?
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Where the client sees the counselor one on one
Individual
Feelings of worry
Anxiety
What is the very first session of counseling called?
Intake
Name a major one can take in college to become a counselor
Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Public Health
When members of a family are in session
Family Counseling
Feelings of frequent or constant sadness
Depression
What is one advantage of talking to a counselor?
Confidentiality (stays between you and the counselor), Nonjudgmental, Safe Space to process thoughts
What is the exam needed to pass in order to become licensed?
NCE-National Counselor Exam
Couples
Techniques learned in counseling to help manage symptoms
Coping Skills
Why is counseling needed?
Total number of years of education (college and graduate school) to become a counselor
Six to seven years
When a bunch of people are in counseling at the same time
Group counseling
Name 2 myths about counseling
Counseling is a quick fix, MH issues are not real problems, Counselors will try to put you on medication, Counseling is a sign of weakness, men aren't in touch with their feelings, something must be wrong to seek counseling, you have to have a mental illness to need counseling
What is a 4-year college degree called?
Bachelors
How many hours must one be supervised before becoming a licensed counselor?
1500+ hours (depending on the state you seek licensure from)
Where can counselors work?
Hospitals, residential treatment, schools, virtually, outpatient