Includes bibliographical references (p. 363-373) and index.
The Evolving Role of the Counselor -- The Evolution of the Counseling Profession -- Definitions of Counseling -- Early History of the Counseling Profession -- Counseling in the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s -- Counseling in the 1970s -- Counseling in the 1980s -- Counseling in the 1990s -- The Orlando Model Project -- Impact of Managed Care -- The Mental Health Counselor of the 21st Century -- Changes in Theory and Practice -- Legislation Affecting the Counselor of the 21st Century -- Profile of the Counselor of the 21st Century -- Credentialing for Counselors -- National Certification for Counselors -- Other Certifications for Counselors -- State Licensure and Certification for Counselors -- Accreditation of Counselor Education Programs -- The Education of the Mental Health Counselor -- The Master's Degree in Counseling -- The Doctoral Degree in Counseling -- Professional Associations for Counselors -- The American Counseling Association -- The American Mental Health Counselors Association -- Competencies of the Mental Health Counselor -- Opportunities for the Mental Health Counselor -- Overview of the Roles of the Mental Health Counselor -- Client Issues of Special Interest to Mental Health Counselors -- Age- and Stage-related Issues -- Multicultural Counseling -- Family Issues -- Trauma and Crisis -- Harmful Use of Substances -- Sexual and Other Addictions -- Chronic and Severe Mental Disorders -- Counseling Related to Medical Conditions, Health, and Wellness -- Career Concerns -- Employment Settings for Mental Health Counselors.