Counselor Self-Care

by Gerald Corey, Michelle Muratori, Jude T. Austin

Self-care is critical for effective and ethical counseling practice and this inspirational book offers diverse, realistic perspectives on how to achieve work-life balance and personal wellness from graduate school through retirement. In addition to the authors' unique perspectives as professionals at different stages of their careers, guest contributors-ranging from graduate students, to new professionals, to seasoned counselors-share their experiences and thoughts about self-care, including what challenges them most. Both personal and conversational in tone, this book will help you to create your own practical self-care action plan through reflection on important issues, such as managing stress, establishing personal and professional boundaries, enhancing relationships, and finding meaning in life.

Genres: Counselling, Psychology, Grad School

232 pages, Paperback

Published February 7, 2018

About the author

Gerald Corey is an author, consultant, counselor, and educator. He is a Distinguished Visiting Professor of Counseling at the University of Holy Cross.

Reviews

[Claire · Rating 4 out of 5]

Most of the content feels a bit repetitive, perhaps because I have heard most of it before, though even some of the sentences within paragraphs seems repetitive like they were just restating exactly what was said sentences ago. Regardless, the real gift of this book was the stories from a wide variety of practitioners sharing about their self-care experiences. Especially in the grad school chapter (since I'm in grad school), my experience felt validated, and I felt better able to accept my experience becuase of it. If I knew what I know now after reading the entire book, I probably would have skimmed the content but read through all the stories.

[Nick Kondyles · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great resource for counselors. Might call if required reading. All good reminders and a fresh look at what individualized self care might look like in a rapidly changing world and constantly stressful, albeit rewarding, profession.

[Cassie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written book. Good information for someone who needs it. There was nothing new or groundbreaking in here for me, but still helpful reminders.