Thriving! 3/e

Lennis G. Echterling, an award-winning counselor educator, is a professor at James Madison University. Since earning his PhD at Purdue University, he has taught graduate students, provided counseling and therapy, and authored numerous books, chapters, and articles with colleagues. He has provided outreach disaster intervention services throughout the United States and around the world. Jack Presbury is an emeritus professor of counseling who has taught for 34 years at James Madison University. He earned his PhD at the University of Pittsburgh and is a licensed professional counselor. Presbury has been awarded national and university honors for his extensive scholarship and inspiring teaching throughout his academic career. Eric Cowan, who earned his doctorate at the California School of Professional Psychology, is a professor of counselor education at James Madison University. He is also the author of Ariadne's Thread: Case Studies in the Therapeutic Relationship, along with numerous articles on counseling and therapy. A. Renee Staton, who earned her doctorate at the University of Virginia, is professor of counselor education and co-coordinator of school counseling at James Madison University. She is a licensed professional counselor and approved clinical supervisor. Staton has published books, chapters, and articles on counseling, multiculturalism, social justice, and women's concerns. Debbie C. Sturm is an assistant professor of counseling at James Madison University. She earned her PhD at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and is a licensed professional counselor. Her clinical work has focused on victims of crime and survivors of trauma. Sturm's research interests include connection to the natural world, sustainability and mental health, campus sexual assault, and social class. Michele Kielty is professor of counselor education and co-coordinator of school counseling at James Madison University. She earned her PhD at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and is both a licensed professional counselor and licensed school counselor. Her publications include articles and book chapters on counseling, mindfulness, and diverse expressions of spirituality. J. Edson McKee is a licensed professional counselor who earned his doctorate at Indiana University and is professor emeritus of counselor education at James Madison University. The recipient of national, state, and university awards, he has written books on counseling, brief therapy, and crisis intervention. Anne L. Stewart is a professor in the Department of Graduate Psychology at James Madison University and has a private practice working with children, adults, and families. She earned her PhD at the University of Virginia and has served as a consultant and service provider responding to catastrophic events around the world. A recipient of many awards, Stewart is the co-editor of the recently published Play Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide to Theory and Practice. William F. Evans earned his doctorate from the University of South Carolina and is a professor at James Madison University. Over the years, he has served as a parish pastor, hospital chaplain, and Air National Guard chaplain who retired as a brigadier general. Evans is a coauthor of several books and a board member of the Viktor Frankl Institute. His scholarly interests include life meaning, holistic health, leadership, and spirituality.

Preface Chapter 1: The Thriving Principles Use It-Don't Lose It! Thriving Chapter 2: Making Your Training Journey Being a Novice Being an Apprentice An Emerging Professional Chapter 3: Meeting Your Basic Needs Your Personal Hierarchy of Needs Basic Needs and Self-Actualization Conducting a Needs Inventory Crafting a Balanced Life Chapter 4: Enhancing Your Academic Skills Hearts and Minds Developing Critical Reflection Skills Learning by Heart The Core Academic Skills Chapter 5: Mindfully Managing Stress Stress Responding to Stress Mindful Management of Stress Beyond Stress Thriving Under Stress Stress and Character Stress Into Strength Chapter 6: Being With Others What's in Your Backpack? The Counseling Qualities Truth With a Capital T Important People in Your Training Chapter 7: Exploring Yourself Make Personal Growth Your Goal The Need for Personal Growth Hold to Your Center Countertransference Getting Clear Chapter 8: Becoming Neuro-Minded Neuroscience of Magic and Counseling The Material Brain The Brain and Emotions Promoting Neuroplasticity Chapter 9: Intervening in Crises, Traumas, and Disasters Fundamental Concepts Intervention Principles Crisis Intervention Techniques Preventing Suicide Disaster Intervention Mindfully Caring for Yourself Chapter 10: Thriving in Your Practicum and Internship You Are Ready, Although You May Have Doubts Preparing for Practicum: Who Are You? Your Practicum Internship A Final Wish Chapter 11: Launching Your Career From Student to Professional Using Your Resources Planning Your Career Career Possibilities by Degree Conducting Your Search Your Career and Your Life Index