Becoming a Helper

Becoming a Helper, 7th Edition, is a textbook that introduces the stages of the helping process. The volume presents foundational concepts and practical skills to prepare students embarking on or considering careers in the helping professions.

Coverage emphasizes self-exploration, examining how personal values, diversity, and common concerns shape beginning practice. It also introduces theoretical models for practical intervention, strategies for managing boundaries, and relevant ethical and legal standards.

Framed as an orientation for first-semester training, the text combines reflective insights with practical information. It is designed to assist counselors-in-training and new practitioners in developing empathy and professional competence.