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Home CSL6860 – Practical Experience in Christian Counseling
The course provides guided instruction and supervised counseling experience for students in their ministry setting. Students are expected to complete a minimum of 100 hours of practical counseling experience.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of all coursework.
UPON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, THE STUDENT WILL BE COMPETENT IN:
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In order to be competent in Christian counseling, it is crucial to demonstrate skill in building a strong and trusting relationship with the counselee. This involves actively listening, showing empathy, and creating a safe and non-judgmental space for the individual to open up and share their struggles.
Through practicing and honing the skills of building rapport and connecting with the counselee, the counselor can establish a foundation of trust and mutual respect. This is essential for facilitating open communication, understanding the counselee's needs, and ultimately guiding them towards growth and healing.
Another important aspect of being competent in Christian counseling is having a solid grasp of professionally accepted theories and methods that can be applied to individual, marriage, and family counseling. This includes understanding different counseling techniques, intervention strategies, and approaches for addressing various mental health challenges.
By familiarizing oneself with a range of counseling theories and methods, the counselor can tailor their approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each counselee. This enhances the effectiveness of the counseling process and equips the counselor with the tools necessary to support individuals in their journey towards healing and personal growth.