Psychology Faculty Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-2012
Journal Title
The Professional Counselor: Research & Practice
Volume
2
Issue
1
First Page
33
Last Page
42
Abstract
Using qualitative research methods interviews were conducted with college students regarding the sources they used in generating perceptions of professional counselors. Respondents believed that word of mouth, media sources, and personal experiences were responsible for their understandings of professional counselors. The findings have applications for leaders in professional counseling organizations.
Keywords
College students, professional counselors
Recommended Citation
Firmin, M., Wantz, R., Firmin, R., & Johnson, C. (2012). Sources by which students perceive professional counselors' effectiveness. The Professional Counselor: Research & Practice (2), 33-42.
Comments
The Professional Counselor is an open access journal.