ACA -CCPA 2016 Conference & Expo

ID #354-Connecting to Our Vulnerability in Clinical Practice, Supervision, and Self-Care (Room 511E)

02 Apr 16
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Clinical Mental Health, Wellness

Speaker(s): Jessica Lloyd-Hazlett, University of Texas at San Antonio; Karena Heyward, Assistant Professor, Lynchburg College; Eleni Honderich, Adjunct Faculty, College of William & Mary

Self-awareness and reflection are integral to counselors’ development, yet they necessitate a vulnerability that feels scary. This session applies Relational-Cultural Theory and Brené Brown’s shame scholarship to explore propensities to connect to or disconnect from growth opportunities. Case examples from the presenters’ experiences in clinical practice, supervision, and self-care will be discussed. The presenters will provide handouts outlining strategies for increasing connection to one’s own vulnerability.