2nd Edition
Introduction to School Counseling Theory, Research, and Practice
1. History and Trends in the School Counseling Profession 2. Professional Identity of School Counselors and the American School Counselor Association National Model (2019) 3. Social Justice, Advocacy, Collaboration, Leadership, and Systemic Change 4. Manage and Assess 5. Instruction 6. Individual Counseling 7. Group Counseling 8. Consultation and Collaboration 9. Academic Development 10. College and Career Readiness 11. Prevention/Auxiliary Programming 12. Helping Students with Exceptionalities 13. Crisis Management and Trauma Informed Practice 14. Legal and Ethical Concerns in School Counseling
Biography
Jered B. Kolbert, PhD, is a professor of counselor education at Duquesne University. He obtained his doctorate in counseling from the College of William and Mary.
Laura M. Crothers, DEd, is a professor of school psychology at Duquesne University. Her doctorate in school psychology is from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Tammy L. Hughes, PhD, is a professor of school psychology at Duquesne University. Her doctorate in school psychology is from Arizona State University.
"This book is a tour de force within the school counseling literature. Introduction to School Counseling provides a reader-friendly blueprint for conceptualizing, planning, and delivering comprehensive school counseling programs within complex twenty-first-century school contexts. This book strikes an important balance between theory, research, and practice; situates school counseling prominently within school reform initiatives; provides concrete strategies and recommendations for school counseling programs; and recognizes diversity and social justice as an indispensable component of school counseling."
Norma L. Day-Vines, PhD, Associate Dean for Diversity and Faculty Development, Professor of Counseling and Human Development, Johns Hopkins University"I will gladly use this textbook with our students. It is current, comprehensive, well-written, thoroughly researched, and exceedingly accessible. Even though I am deeply familiar with the content, I found myself reading with great interest and enthusiasm. I highly recommend this textbook for all who wish to learn about the past, the present, and the future of the school counseling profession. The authors have constructed an engaging textbook for graduate students and practicing professionals alike."
Kevin Wilkerson, PhD, NCC, ACS, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling and Human Services, University of Scranton"This book does an outstanding job establishing the modern-day context of school counseling both by reviewing the evolution of the field with compelling analysis of diverse perspectives on important trends and developments and by featuring impressive use of data and research to separate opinions from facts. Great examples to illustrate sometimes-vague concepts abound, as do concrete and practical suggestions for both novice and seasoned school counselors. Throughout, the writing is clear, crisp and learner friendly."
Johnston M. Brendel, EdD, LPC, LMFT, Clinical Associate Professor, the College of William and Mary
