Practicum and Internship: A Handbook for Competent Counseling Practices, 1st edition

Practicum and Internship helps prepare counselors-in-training to become effective and competent counseling professionals. The text provides you with the skills you need to know prior to starting clinical work. The content covered reflects the increasing scope of the counseling profession. It guides you through diagnosing and treating acute and chronic mental health disorders. It also covers risk assessment, intervention, management and more. Additionally, there's a framework of best practices for ethical limits and professional development.

The 1st Edition includes real case examples, Voices from the Field features, and discussion questions. These features offer opportunities for you to reflect on your learning. You'll then apply your skills and knowledge to your own professional practice.