Integrating Relational-Cultural Theory Concepts and Mask-Making in Group Supervision |
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Authors: | Emily E. Lasinsky |
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Affiliation: | 1. Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA, USAemlasinsky@gmail.comhttps://orcid.org/0000-0002-9292-9196 |
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Abstract: | ABSTRACTSupervisees in the clinical phase of their counselor training may experience anxiety related to evaluation and competence. Recent literature has suggested that the integration of relational-cultural theory (RCT) concepts in supervision can be used to reframe supervisee anxiety and promote professional growth. Creative arts approaches have been employed in group supervision to increase supervisee self-awareness, improve case conceptualization skills, and foster group cohesion. To date, no research exists on the use of mask-making in RCT-based group supervision. In this article, the author proposes integrating RCT concepts with a mask-making intervention in group supervision to address supervisee anxiety. Limitations and implications for counselor educators and supervisors are discussed. |
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Keywords: | Anxiety counselor education mask-making relational-cultural theory creativity in counseling |
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