Writing Homework Help

“ATTRIBUTES OF A COUNSELOR”

In chapter 1 Kottler & Shephard (2015) present a compiled list of personality characteristics. Self-confidence, high energy level, sense of humor, neutrality, flexibility, emotional stability, experience in risk-taking, analytic thinking, creativity, enthusiasm, honesty, and compassion all make the list.

These traits are said to be necessary in order for a counselor to work at his or her optimum performance and with a “healthy self” (pp. 22). Carefully review this list.

• What attributes of the self do you think are most important to success in the counseling relationship?
• What do you consider to be your own strong suits and personal qualities that equip you to counsel effectively?
• What do you consider to be your weaknesses and what could you do to strengthen those? Remember to include a reference to an article that supports your response or adds to the discussion.