The context of counselling: A neglected dimension of trainings research and practice
- 1 August 1998
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in British Journal of Guidance & Counselling
- Vol. 26 (3), 325-336
- https://doi.org/10.1080/03069889808253846
Abstract
The context of counselling includes such factors as the physical environment of the counselling room, the emotional climate of the counselling agency, the relationship between the agency and the community it serves, and the cultural beliefs and values which inform both counsellor and client. It is argued that these factors can make a difference to the relationship between counsellor and client, and the process and outcome of counselling. It is suggested that contextual issues have been largely ignored in counselling theory, research and practice, and that increased attention to context has the potential to contribute to the creation of more responsive and effective counselling services.Keywords
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