Toward Professional Identity: The Dimensions of Mental Health Counseling in Perspective.

Seiler, Gary; Messina, James J.

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Publication Date: 1979-Jan

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Toward Professional Identity: The Dimensions of Mental Health Counseling in Perspective.

Seiler, Gary; Messina, James J.

American Mental Health Counselors Association Journal, v1 n1 p3-7 Jan 1979

The American Mental Health Counselors Association was founded in 1976, yet mental health counselors lack professional identity. The term "mental health counselor" must be clarified to prevent overlap with psychology yet remain flexible enough for future innovation. (JAC)

Descriptors: Counseling, Counselor Role, Mental Health Workers, Professional Personnel, Professional Recognition, Psychologists, Therapists

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