Experiences of Engaging in Contemplative-Reflexive Practices During Practicum

Authors

Erin Sappio, Stockton UniversityFollow
Terrilyn Battle PhD, Stockton UniversityFollow
Brielle DeLano, Stockton UniversityFollow
Destiny Foster, Stockton UniversityFollow
Marie Hayden, Stockton UniversityFollow
Franki Berliner, Stockton UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Keywords

contemplative practice, reflectivity, practicum course, counseling students

Subject Area

Counselor Education

Abstract

This study used a community based participatory research (CBPR) model to explore the impact contemplative practice has on Master’s level counseling students while engaging in their practicum course. Four counseling students and two faculty researchers created process questions to be contemplated through a 10 week period. Results indicated that students gained self-awareness of their calm, relaxed states during contemplative practice, which contrasted to their worried and tense states when engaging in client contact hours. Over time, students were able to be reflexive in direct client contact by drawing upon the self-awareness gained through regular contemplative practice. Unintended benefits of engagement in a CBPR study and future research directions are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Sappio, E., Battle, T., DeLano, B., Foster, D., Hayden, M., & Berliner, F. (2023). Experiences of Engaging in Contemplative-Reflexive Practices During Practicum. Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, 17(2). Retrieved from https://research.library.kutztown.edu/jcps/vol17/iss2/3