In this section, you will discover how I have implemented evidence-based methods to help students grow that is in accordance with the national standards set by ASCA. Prior to developing counseling programs, we must determine which tier is appropriate for the plans being created.
When creating an equitable program that best support students in their academic and wellness pursuits, we often look at the Multi-Tiered Multi-Domain Systems of Support (MTMDSS).
The MTMDSS is made up of 3 tiers:
Tier 1 - universal support (all)
Tier 2 - targeted (some)
Tier 3 - intensive interventions (few)
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Comprehensive school counseling and guidance programs aim to enhance student learning and success by nurturing growth in three key areas: academic, career, and personal-social development. School counselors must possess a deep understanding of these domains and be well-versed in models of counseling and guidance programs that outline desired student competencies and strategies for achieving measurable outcomes. It's imperative that counselors are adept in crafting, executing, and delivering comprehensive, developmental programs that effectively cater to each of these domains.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
In supporting students through the 3 domains, the common interventions executed during our sessions was CBT. In my case study shared, you will find that it was an intervention used with my client/student, P. My goal in supporting P was originally referred to me to have regular check-ins since she was constantly getting bullied. As a white student attending a school of prodominantly BIPOC students, she was getting treated differently because we is different. For one of our activities, I had her fold a piece of paper and draw how she thinks people perceive her as on the outside, then draw how she perceieves herself in the inside. The intent of having this activity was for me to assess the situation and hopefully build some self-esteem.
case study.pdf
Maslow's Heiarchy of Needs
I wanted to incorporate Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs into this section to acknowledge that our clients/students are dealing with more than just academic challenges. As counselors, our objective is to evaluate each situation to determine the most effective ways to support our clients/students. Maslow's framework provides valuable insights into which barriers need immediate attention so that we can provide holistic support. He argues that individuals can only reach their full potential when their fundamental needs are met. This theory emphasizes that addressing basic needs is a needed before pursuing higher-level ones, highlighting the importance of a comprehensive approach to support.
