The Emergence of Counseling in Sierra Leone |
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| Authors: | Adeyinka M. Akinsulure‐Smith John A. Conteh |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Psychology, The City College of New York, and The Graduate CenterCity University of New York;2. Department of Human ServicesWright State University |
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| Abstract: | Sierra Leone has endured a turbulent history, including a decadelong civil war and the devastation of Ebola virus disease. Despite the psychological consequences of such events, only limited therapeutic services are available. The authors review mental health services in Sierra Leone and document the emergence of counseling as a profession in the face of challenges. They conclude by highlighting the multiple contributions that professional counselors can make to address critical mental health needs in Sierra Leone. |
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| Keywords: | Sierra Leone counseling counselor mental health professional counselors |
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