Problem: Personal Reflection
After completing the exercise you should have some idea of your potential for being a professional counselor. You may use the questions as sub-headings.
1) What are my three best personal qualities and the three areas in my life I wish to improve?
2) If I was asked what was my philosophy of life, how would I respond?
3) What is most often my pervasive mood? Is my glass half full or half empty?
4) What do I believe about people in general?
5) How effectively do I handle constructive feedback from others?
6) What role do my gender, religion, sexual orientation, and ethnic values play in my life?
7) What are my professional strengths and weaknesses relative to being a counselor?
8) What are my professional goals at this point?
9) How do I handle stress?
10) What is your motivation for becoming a helper? How do my answers to the questions above detract or add to my goal of becoming a counselor?
This exercise was adapted from material by Dr. Glenda Reynolds, Auburn University at Montgomery. Her contribution is greatly appreciated.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.