For five years, Gregory Moffatt has shared his clinical experiences with our readers, and in this farewell column, he reflects on his own career experiences and how he has always welcomed and embraced new opportunities.
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Fear and stigma can often cause people to incorrectly perceive individuals with a mental health disorder as a threat, which can have serious consequences.
When working with people with disorders that are associated with more dangerous behaviors, counselors must be prepared to assess the client’s risk of violence to themselves and others.
Supportive friendships can improve people’s professional and personal lives and remind them that life is more than just work.
It’s easy for counselors to become isolated unless they are intentional about joining professional organizations that meet their needs.
Clients often use their words and behaviors as weapons, and how counselors respond to this makes a difference in the therapeutic outcome.
One counselor shares his career journey to inspire others to forge their own path.
Starting a successful private practice is doable with careful planning.
Social media has escalated the impact of bullying, especially for youth, so counselors may need to include a client’s social media footprint as well as suicidal ideation in the intake process.
Counseling continues to have a positive, long-lasting impact on clients even after they terminate session.