Counselors’ Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Children
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2022
Abstract
There is a growing popularity for complementary and alternative therapies available for families of children with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of this phenomenological study was to examine the perspectives of counselors towards the utilization of complementary and alternative therapies (CAT) for children with intellectual disabilities. The methods used were focus groups, individual interviews, and critical incident responses. Results of this study revealed six themes relating to the perspectives of counselors: confidence in CAT; increased parental involvement in CAT; CAT's ability to be calming and relaxing; building productive relationships; professional development; and creating a safe space for children with intellectual disabilities. Recommendations for further research and implications for parents of children with intellectual disabilities, along with implications to the field of counselor education and supervision, are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Brooks, Michael, "Counselors’ Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Children" (2022). Faculty Publications. 70.
https://digital.library.ncat.edu/facpub/70
Publication Title
Journal of Asia Pacific Counseling
Publisher
The Korean Counseling Association