An Exploration of Counselor Experiences of Adolescents With Sexual Behavior Problems

This grounded theory study of 18 American and Australian counselors explores the impact of working with adolescents with sexual behavior problems. Findings are reported reflecting the counselors' own histories of abuse, their feelings regarding sexual information, their sexual and emotional responses to clients, and the importance of self‐care and self‐monitoring. Implications are discussed regarding management of such reactions.