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Affirmative Client Care: Reconciling Evidence-Based Practices within Humanistic Engagement

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Abstract

Contemporary trends in mental health have furthered the counseling profession’s adherence to scientifically-based practices while grounded in core humanistic values. This has created philosophical and clinical tensions, especially for counselors adhering to a humanistic philosophy. Despite the documented pressures, there is a gap in the literature addressing how professional counselors can navigate the integration of evidence-based practices into humanism. This manuscript offers an affirmative stance on the navigation of these tensions through the use of a case discussion and actionable suggestions.
Original languageAmerican English
JournalJournal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision
Volume10
Issue number1
StatePublished - May 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • humanism
  • evidence-based practices
  • professional tensions
  • professional counseling
  • counselor education

Disciplines

  • Counseling
  • Higher Education
  • Other Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services

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