Philosophy of Counseling

A counselor’s philosophy includes the theoretical pretext with which they approach case conceptualization and therapeutic treatment. Dylan’s philosophy primarily prioritizes an integrative approach while engaging in a multicultural and humble ethic. It is clear that each individual is struggling within their own context, even if the textbook diagnosis is the same between different individuals. Each individual deserves to be met where they are at the time they present. This looks like a counselor measuring a client’s values and goals, referencing back to these values and goals to offer accountability and perspective, and maintaining flexibility for the client to grow and adjust those values and goals over time. The feelings and values of the counselor are not relevant to the client. The American Counseling Association (2014) charges every counselor to take every reasonable measure to reduce the likelihood of harm, protect confidentiality, and avoid the imposition of values.

Additionally, Dylan’s alma mater Grand Canyon University developed a list of counselor dispositions that guided the educational experience. To learn more about these dispositions and where he stands on each one, download the completed assignment. To learn more about his ethical insight as it relates to the counseling field, please download the completed assignment on ethics.

American Counseling Association. (2014). 2014 ACA code of ethics. https://www.counseling.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2014-code-of-ethics-finaladdress.pdf