Career Counseling: A Holistic Approach to Lifespan and Special Populations

Edited by Rebecca R. Sametz and Mary-Anne M. Joseph, this comprehensive textbook is designed to equip career counselors with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective career guidance to diverse populations across the lifespan.

Foundational Concepts in Career Counseling

The book begins by providing a solid understanding of the historical context of the career counseling profession, key models and theories, and essential information on ethical and legal issues related to career development and employment.

Research-Based Techniques and Interventions

The text offers evidence-based approaches to working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, as well as specialized chapters on career counseling for multicultural groups, LGBT clients, individuals with disabilities, veterans, ex-offenders, and more.

Group Career Counseling and Intakes, Assessments, and Measurements

The book also explores the importance of group career counseling, intake processes, assessment strategies, and measurement tools, providing career counselors with practical skills to enhance their practice.

Advocating and Marketing to Employers and Human Resources

Furthermore, the authors address the critical role of advocacy and marketing in career counseling, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively engage with employers and human resources professionals.

The Impact of Socio-Economic Trends and Diverse Barriers on Career Counseling

Throughout the book, the authors highlight the impact of socio-economic trends and diverse barriers on the workplace and workforce, ensuring that career counselors are well-equipped to address the complex challenges faced by their clients in today’s rapidly changing job market.

Ideal for Undergraduate and Graduate-Level Courses

Career Counseling: A Holistic View of Lifespan and Special Populations is an ideal core textbook for undergraduate and graduate-level courses in career counseling, clinical rehabilitation counseling, general counseling, and human resources.

About the Authors

Rebecca R. Sametz is an assistant professor and director of the Masters of Science Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Mary-Anne M. Joseph is an associate professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Studies at Alabama State University.

Book Details:

Pages: 312

Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing

Publication Date: May 28, 2020

ISBN-10: 1516586808

ISBN-13: 978-1516586806