Career Counseling and Reality Therapy: A Conceptual Flowchart

Abstract

Reality therapy is a cognitive behavioral approach but has not been developed for, nor associated with, career counseling. This article discusses the role of reality therapy in career counseling, with the aid of a flowchart model to present the particulars of the system.

A Comparison of Three Methods of Career Planning for Liberal Arts Majors

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Career Treatment Strategy Model: A Blend of Career and Traditional Counseling Approaches

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