숙련상담자들의 사례개념화 및 상담개입전략 수립에 관한 질적 연구

초록

This study qualitatively examined how experienced counselors would undertake case conceptualization and plan treatments in counseling. Individual interviews were conducted with eight experienced counselors, who held a doctoral degree and an advanced-level certification in counseling and also had a minimum of 15 years of counseling and five years of supervision experience. Data were analyzed using the consensual qualitative research method. Participants paid attention to the client's external and non-verbal characteristics, statements about the problem, and their own emotional responses to the client in order to assess overall impression and characteristics of the client. For case conceptualization, they focused on the client's main complaints, identified key needs and patterns, and explored the causes of the problem from diverse viewpoints while relying on their chosen theoretical frame. As to setting goals in counseling, they highlighted the importance of agreement with the client and regarded it as critical to take into account the client's core dynamics and patterns and make goals realistic and attainable. In addition, they stated that a secure and reliable relationship with the client would enhance the availability and effectiveness of strategies and techniques used in counseling. Participants recommended rich experiences as a top priority and suggested that efforts should be made to establish a theoretical framework as a way of improving the capabilities of undertaking case conceptualization and planning treatments.

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