Counseling in Australia: Past,Present, and Future |
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| Authors: | Margot J Schofield |
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| Institution: | Department of Counselling and Psychological Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. |
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| Abstract: | The author describes the evolution of the counseling profession in Australia within the broader historic and sociocultural context. The process of professionalization is outlined, particularly over the past 15 years, and data on the demographic, professional, and practice characteristics of counselors are reviewed. Future professional directions and challenges are explored. |
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| Keywords: | counseling profession workforce theoretical orientation Australia |
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