Memoirs of a Mentor: Using Creativity for Counselors in Coping With the Loss of a Mentor

Speedlin, Stacy; Milligan, Kevin J.; Villareal-Bonilla, Nohemi

doi:10.1080/15401383.2014.979963

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“…One study explored possible interventions that aid in the healing process for graduate student mentees grieving the loss of their mentor while studying counseling (Speedlin et al, 2015). The authors reported that using self-expression and creativity were helpful in processing and coping with bereavement such as writing, humor, metaphor, and other creative grief interventions (Gladding, 2007; Warren et al, 2010).…”

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“…Furthermore, graduate programs do not actively prepare students for such a possibility (or even prepare themselves and their program/department), despite the widespread phenomenon of mentors and professors leaving institutions of higher education for a variety of reasons (Scofield, 2005). Research has found that social support helps alleviate symptoms of grief (Riebschleger & Cross, 2011); however, when not dealt with or processed, mental and physical symptoms and other related sequelae may manifest (Doka, 1989; Speedlin et al, 2015).…”

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I lost my mentor, now what? The experiences of counseling psychology women doctoral students who lost their mentor: Training and program implications.

Reynolds¹,

Elliott²,

Castillo³

et al. 2023

Qualitative Psychology

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Despite the importance of faculty mentorship in the development of doctoral students in counseling psychology programs, research focused on mentor relationships within health service provider programs is limited. Empirical research focused on the outcomes of faculty who leave their institutions and the impact their departure has on their mentees is scant. Thus, the present study utilized qualitative semistructured interviews within the constructivist-interpretivist paradigm to explore the experiences of eight counseling psychology doctoral students and one recent counseling psychology graduate in the United States who lost their mentor during their time as a student due to their mentor's unexpected death or job change. The nine interviews were coded inductively using reflexive thematic analysis methods. The theoretical framework for the study was based on the phenomenon of unexpected termination in the therapeutic relationship. Findings suggested the following: (a) A continued relationship with the mentor following the transition was healing; (b) participants experienced an increased capacity to attend to a wider range of interests than before the transition; (c) lack of fit with new mentor delayed degree completion; (d) the impact of loss of faculty of color was particularly difficult for students of color and program dynamics; (e) students went through a process of grieving the loss of their mentor; (f) fit was the most salient factor in choosing the student's new mentor; and (g) recommendations for training programs to help avoid leaving students in the lurch are delineated. Limitations and future areas of research are discussed.

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Section: Mentorship In Higher Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

I lost my mentor, now what? The experiences of counseling psychology women doctoral students who lost their mentor: Training and program implications.

Reynolds¹,

Elliott²,

Castillo³

et al. 2023

Qualitative Psychology

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Grieving Organizations and Other Work-Related Pathologies

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2021

Advances in Higher Education and Professional Development

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The only constant in life and organizations is change. Change can come in a variety of forms, affecting the way people perform and feel at work, and can sometimes result in grief. This chapter defines grieving organizations and other pathologies that affect organizational health, identifying particular traits that are visible in the way in which work is performed. Different comparisons are made in order to pinpoint key elements and events that can affect the wellbeing of employees. An example from academia is presented: A private Business School in Puebla has faced numerous changes that affect the emotional wellbeing of its members. Changes in leadership, organizational procedures and policies, layouts, early retirement, and even the death of a colleague have substantially affected staff performance. Establishing the right courses of action is essential to develop leadership and promote an organizational climate that is supportive of its employees.

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Memoirs of a Mentor: Using Creativity for Counselors in Coping With the Loss of a Mentor

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I lost my mentor, now what? The experiences of counseling psychology women doctoral students who lost their mentor: Training and program implications.

I lost my mentor, now what? The experiences of counseling psychology women doctoral students who lost their mentor: Training and program implications.

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Grieving Organizations and Other Work-Related Pathologies

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