Author Description
A CRITICAL NEW APPROACH FOR LEARNING AND THRIVING IN A FIELD OF CHANGEThe scope and responsibilities of today's genetic counselors exceed the reasonable capacity of any one educational resource. While the field's first-year curriculum may be relatively fixed, the landscape of what comes after that -- a dizzying mix of practice, ethics, research design, and professional competencies -- is increasingly broad. Advanced Genetic Counseling offers an overdue extension of the field's core curriculum. From navigating ethical dilemmas and potential conflicts of interest to confronting the biases and patterns of thought that can limit counselors' interactions with clients, it prepares readers to face the profession's most challenging aspects with confidence. Drawing on techniques from psychotherapy, social psychology, and health behavior, Advanced Genetic Counseling is an essential resource for trainees and mid-career professionals. It offers a roadmap not just for addressing client needs, but for the future of genetic counseling education.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates how genetic counselors can navigate the increasingly complex intersection of clinical practice, ethical decision-making, and professional development in a rapidly evolving field. The authors, Barbara B. Biesecker, Kathryn F. Peters, and Robert Resta, leverage their extensive expertise to provide a framework that bridges the gap between foundational education and the nuanced realities of mid-career practice. By integrating methodologies from psychotherapy and social psychology, the book argues for a more adaptive and self-aware approach to patient interaction and professional growth.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Strategies for managing ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest
- Techniques for identifying and mitigating cognitive biases in clinical settings
- Frameworks for professional competency and research design
- Applications of psychotherapy and health behavior models to genetic counseling
Scope Limits
- Does not cover basic introductory genetic science or foundational first-year curriculum
- Does not provide specific state-by-state legal regulations or billing practices
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a significant contribution to the professional literature, filling a gap for practitioners who have moved beyond entry-level training. Readers frequently note the practical utility of the psychological frameworks provided for addressing complex client interactions.
Page Count:
240
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190626445
ISBN-13:
9780190626440
Psychology
Healthcare
Allied Health
Genetics
Medical
Ethics
Professional Development
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