Teachers' Perceptions and Experiences Consulting with School Counselors: A Qualitative Study

Authors

Blair Cholewa, University of Virginia
Emily Goodman-Scott, Old Dominion University
Antionette Thomas, University of Virginia
Jennifer M. Cook, Marquette UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Language

eng

Publication Date

2016

Publisher

American School Counselor Association

Source Publication

Professional School Counseling

Source ISSN

1096-2409

Abstract

School counselor–teacher consultation is an efficient strategy for school counselors to indirectly serve students on their caseload. Teachers' perceptions are crucial in examining this consultation process. This qualitative study examined elementary school teachers' perceptions and experiences of school counselor–teacher consultation. The researchers identified three themes: (a) school counselors prioritizing relationships, (b) school counselors taking initiative, and (c) school counselors' specialization. The researchers discuss implications for school counseling practice, including strategies for facilitating consultation with teachers.

Comments

Published version. Professional School Counseling, Vol. 20, No. 1 (2016/2017): 77-88. DOI. © 2016/2017 American School Counselor Association. Used with permission.

Recommended Citation

Cholewa, Blair; Goodman-Scott, Emily; Thomas, Antionette; and Cook, Jennifer M., "Teachers' Perceptions and Experiences Consulting with School Counselors: A Qualitative Study" (2016). College of Education Faculty Research and Publications. 421.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/edu_fac/421