Counseling psychology
Counseling Psychology
Counseling Psychology (pronounced /ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ saɪˈkɒlədʒi/) is a specialty within professional psychology that maintains a focus on facilitating personal and interpersonal functioning across the life span.
Etymology
The term "Counseling" is derived from the Old French conseiller, meaning "to advise, counsel", and the term "Psychology" comes from the Greek words psyche, meaning "soul", and logos, meaning "study". Thus, Counseling Psychology can be understood as the study of advising the soul or mind.
Definition
Counseling Psychology involves the scientific study of mental health and behavioral science, with an emphasis on understanding individuals' unique patterns of behavior to help them improve their mental health and overall quality of life.
Related Terms
- Clinical Psychology: While both Counseling and Clinical Psychology involve therapeutic interventions, Clinical Psychology tends to focus more on severe mental illnesses.
- Psychotherapy: This is a general term for treating mental health problems by talking with a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other mental health provider. Counseling Psychology often employs psychotherapy methods.
- Mental Health: This refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how people think, feel, and act.
- Behavioral Science: This is the study of human and animal behavior through observation and experimentation. It forms a crucial part of Counseling Psychology.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Counseling psychology
- Wikipedia's article - Counseling psychology
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