Stress on the job: Self-care resources for counselors

Date

2000

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Volume Title

Publisher

Journal of Mental Health Counseling,

Abstract

Counselors often encounter clients who have experienced forms of trauma. As a result, counselors may experience symptoms of secondary traumatic stress due to vicarious traumatization. To help with symptoms of burnout, this article offers a self-care prevention plan based on wellness concepts. Offers 30 references as a starting point for counselors who wish to engage in holistic prevention activities. (Author/JDM)

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Keywords

self-care, secondary traumatic stress, counselors

Citation

O'Halloran, T. M., & Linton, J. M. (2000). Stress on the job: Self-care resources for counselors. Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 22(4), 354.

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