Impact of trauma exposure: Vicarious traumatization and posttrauma growth among counselor trainees

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Kelly L. Wester, Associate Professor (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/

Abstract: Trauma is an endemic concern among counselors, and its presence may impact counselor trainees differently than seasoned counselors. Using consensual qualitative research, we explored the professional development of counselor trainees’ and how providing counseling to clients who had experienced trauma impacted them personally and professionally. We outline nine domains gleamed from interviews that include elements of vicarious traumatization and posttraumatic growth, and include implications for counselor education, supervision, and research.

Additional Information

Publication
Journal of Counselor Practice, 11(2), 21-43. DOI: 10.22229/tio1122020
Language: English
Date: 2020
Keywords
counselor trainees, trauma, vicarious traumatization, posttraumatic growth, counselor education

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