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Neukrug's comprehensive introductory text gives students an unparalleled look into the practicalities of the counseling profession, providing them with a broad overview of the field including a firm foundation in the skills, theories, and day-to-day realities of the job. Thorough and research based, the book presents the key concepts and material about the counseling profession with great clarity and insight, while keeping readers engaged through the many illustrative case examples and personal narratives. To ensure that students are thoroughly prepared to further their studies and careers, Neukrug has structured around the eight core CACREP curriculum areas, while enhancing his discussion with insightful coverage of salient topics surrounding such important issues as specializations within counseling, finding a counseling job, and future trends in counseling. Key Feature A chapter-opening personal vignette gives readers a glimpse of the reality of the counseling profession. Integrated throughout each chapter, case studies illustrate key concepts and highlight the day-to-day realities of being a counselor. Chapters 16 through 18 show real-life counselors practicing in different areas who share their experiences, challenges and the realities of the job. Each chapter includes sections on multicultural counseling, as well as coverage of the ethical, professional and legal issues related to the chapter content. Chapter-concluding "Counselor in Process" sections emphasize how the self-reflective counselor who is willing to risk change might deal with issues discussed within that chapter. Because the book reflects the core curriculum standards as outlined by CACREP, students will find the book to be an ideal reference and study tool for credentialing exams. New to this Edition This edition has been updated throughout to include coverage of new research and current trends, including explosive issues related to multicultural counseling, changes in the implementation of school counseling programs, and issues affecting community and mental health counseling such as credentialing, managed care, and updated treatment issues. Ethics (including discussion of the new 2005 ACA Code of Ethics) and accreditation are paid special attention in Chapter 3. Additionally, Neukrug addresses relevant ethical concerns in every chapter of the text. Comprehensive and research-based, this edition includes over 2000 references. Cutting edge multicultural issues are discussed in every chapter throughout the text. Additional examples help illustrate concepts as they are discussed within each chapter. Table of Contents I. PROFESSIONAL ORIENTATION. 1. The Counselor's Identity: What, Who, and How? 2. A History of the Counseling Profession. 3. Standards in the Profession: Ethics, Accreditation, and Credentialing. II. THE HELPING RELATIONSHIP I: THEORIES AND SKILLS. 4. Individual Approaches to Counseling. 5. Counseling Skills. 6. Family Counseling. 7. Group Work. III. THE HELPING RELATIONSHIP II: THE COUNSELOR WORKING IN SYSTEMS. 8. Consultation and Supervision. IV. THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PERSON. 9. Development Across the Lifespan. 10. Abnormal Development, Diagnosis, and Psychopharmacology. 11. Career Development: The Counselor and the World of Work. V. RESEARCH, PROGRAM EVALUATION, AND APPRAISAL. 12. Testing and Assessment. 13. Research and Evaluation. VI. SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FOUNDATIONS IN COUNSELING. 14. Theory and Concepts of Multicultural Counseling. 15. Knowledge and Skills of Multicultural Counseling. VII. YOUR FUTURE IN THE COUNSELING PROFESSION: CHOOSING A SPECIALITY AREA, FINDING A JOB, AND TRENDS IN THE FUTURE. 16. School Counseling. 17. Community Agency and Mental Health Counseling. 18. Student Affairs Practice in Higher Education. 19. A Look Toward the Future.