The Counseling Practicum and Internship Manual, Third Edition

This best-selling guide is designed to support graduate counseling students through the practicum and internship experience, helping them develop as competent and professional counselors. The third edition is thoroughly revised to include updates on CACREP standards, trauma-informed care, teletherapy, social media, mindfulness, and multicultural competencies. It emphasizes counseling as a professional identity while guiding students on supervision, self-care, ethical and legal considerations, and practical skills for successful field experiences.

Key Features

• Comprehensive guidance for navigating the practicum and internship process from start to finish.
• Updated content reflecting CACREP developments and the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics.
• New chapter on trauma-informed care with evidence-based approaches.
• Guidance on crisis intervention, de-escalation, teletherapy, and confidentiality issues.
• Expanded coverage of supervision styles, student safety, multicultural competencies, and social media use.
• Abundant case examples, sample forms, and practical exercises.
• Advice on job preparation: résumés, cover letters, interview strategies, and negotiating salary.
• Ancillary resources for instructors: Instructor’s Manual and PowerPoint slides.