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A paper that outlines my plans as a future licensed professional counselor.

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Contribution to the Counseling Field-Capstone

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The purpose of this assignment was to outline the importance of research within the scope of my future role. I creatively inform the reader about the role of a licensed professional counselor in research through an appealing infographic. I discuss why research is important for LPCs as well as how it is utilized in the profession. I provide examples of the types of research and the topics of interest within the profession. This assignment provided me the opportunity to learn more about the role LPCs have when conducting research. I learned that research is important for the education and advancement of all future LPCs as well as for the improvement of the mental health field.

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The purpose of this assignment was to create a professional infographic about anxiety disorder. In this assignment, I collaborated with two other peers and synthesized information to be able to provide to future clients interested in learning about anxiety disorder. It gives general information on the types of anxiety disorders and the symptoms. It also provides details on a school counselors role as well as a future licensed professional counselors role. It gives an overview of procedures for both roles and treatment options. This assignment provided me the opportunity to work with others and create a useful resource that can be applied in my future profession.

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Introduction to School and Community Counseling

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Introduction to School and Community Counseling

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The purpose of this assignment was to have me outline the current events impacting the community of Midland Texas. In this report, I identified the gaps in services and discuss how the community is impacted by the lack of resources. I also pinpoint critical issues that affect the community and explain the consequences of not addressing these issues. Lastly, I provide possible partnerships that could help address some of the issues that the community is facing. As a future professional, this assignment provided me the opportunity to integrate myself into the community and learn how to identify problems and provide solutions in an effective way.

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Gaps, Critical Issues, and Partnerships-Intro to School and Community Counseling

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Introduction to Crisis, Trauma, and Mental Health Concerns

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Introduction to Crisis, Trauma, and Mental Health Concerns

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The purpose of this assignment was to apply research based treatment methods to a case study. I showcased my problem solving skills by analyzing a case study and assessing the needs of the person by using the ABC Crisis Model. Through the model, I was able to identify the person's most immediate need and then create a follow up treatment plan. This assignment was very hands on and helped me practice my critical thinking and problem solving skills in a crisis situation.

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ABC Model of Crisis Intervention-Intro to Trauma Concerns

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The purpose of this assignment was to develop and explain my beliefs and values as a future licensed professional counselor. I was able to develop my own theory after evaluating various psychological theories and reflecting on what was important to me as a future LPC. I discuss the psychological theories that I personally align with and tie it into my beliefs and values. This paper allowed me to self-reflect and apply my values and beliefs into my future career.

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Personal theory paper-Theories of Counseling

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The purpose of this assignment was to create a group counseling lesson plan. This assignment challenged me to professionally organize, plan, and implement lessons to a fictional group of people who are having trouble with impulse control. I learned how to implement researched based treatment methods and utilized it for this assignment. I also critically analyzed the needs of the group and curated activities that would help the group learn how to make better decisions, how to problem solve, and learn coping skills.

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A Wills Way Group Sessions_Group Counseling

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The purpose of this assignment was to help further develop a professional identity by discussing the importance of confidentiality, mandatory reporting, referral processes, and consultation. Through this paper, I was able to research the limitations of confidentiality, outline responsibilities in mandatory reporting, rehearse steps in the referral process, and preview consultation services. I make sure to pinpoint ethical guidelines and state laws pertaining to confidentiality, mandatory reporting, and referral processes. Ultimately, detailing this report helped me gain insight as to what my future role entails. This assignment gave me the opportunity to clarify my role as a future licensed professional counselor and provided a useful map of the necessary processes.

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Ambar Montes is a Texas resident that currently resides in El Paso with her husband of 5 years. Ambar graduated from the University of Texas at the Permian Basin in 2016 with a BA in Psychology. She is currently working on a Masters degree in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling from Angelo State University and is expected to graduate in August of 2022. Her plans after graduation are to continue her education at Angelo State to become a licensed professional counselor and work in Texas.

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Capstone in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling

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Capstone in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling

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The purpose of this assignment was to evaluate my comprehension of the learning objectives found within the Mental Health and Wellness Counseling program at Angelo State University. I integrated the professional dispositions that were outlined and discuss how they can be applied to my future role as a licensed professional counselor. I thoroughly explore the ethical guidelines found within the American Counseling Associations Code of Ethics, and provide examples on how the professional dispositions align with the Code. Finally, I create and discuss my own professional disposition and integrate it into my future role. Through this assignment, I learned how to apply my education to my future role while thoughtfully considering the ethical guidelines that are set in place for such a career.

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The purpose of this assignment was to create a conference worthy presentation on a topic of importance. I chose to emphasize the importance of mental health in the the Latinx community because this demographic is usually underrepresented in this setting. I analyzed resources, synthesized the information, and discuss how this demographic is at a disadvantage when it comes to mental health care. I help the audience understand how this culture views mental health and how it is oftentimes stigmatized. To reduce the stigma, I call to action for better advocacy within this group and offer solutions to teachers and counselors. This assignment gave me the opportunity to advocate about a topic that I feel strongly about in addition to demonstrating my understanding on the importance of diversity.

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The purpose of this assignment was to evaluate other people's culture and discuss how it plays a part in their development. Through the interview process, I was able to communicate professionally with people from different backgrounds. I analyzed the responses, clearly identify how culture influences development, and tie it all back to various human development theories. I also address sensitive cultural issues and recognize how it plays a part in human development. This assignment gave me the opportunity to observe other people's culture and how it affected them in their development as a person. As a future licensed professional counselor, I need to consider culture when discussing a client's needs and treatment options.

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Cross Cultural Interview_Human Growth and Development