The Art of Being a School Counselor

Leading with Confidence, Compassion & Authenticity

De: Nancy L. Regas

Narrado por: Nancy L. Regas

Duración: 2 h y 32 m

Resumen del Editor

Are you thinking about school counseling as a profession or just starting as a school counselor? Okay, maybe you're already an established school counselor; congratulations! However, are you feeling stuck, lost, or frustrated in your present position? If you answer "yes" to either question, this book is definitely for you. Enjoy your journey toward a personal and professional reawakening!

Hint: If you are an administrator, this book will help you understand the role of a counselor; when you utilize your counseling staff correctly, you will increase the effectiveness of your school. If you are a teacher, this book will help you comprehend the multiple roles of counselors and guide you in working collaboratively with them. Enjoy your journey as you become the best educator possible!

Finally, parents, you can use this book too. It will help you understand what it takes for your son/daughter (in middle school or high school) to be a successful student. When you grasp that, your guidance will become more impactful.

©2021 Nancy L. Regas (P)2021 Nancy L. Regas

Needs less politics

She could’ve left out the politics and opinions how one person has led our society to its demise. Very general art of a profession.

A review of The Art of Being a School Counselor

The book is an excellent resource for school counselors, both new and seasoned. The author offers wisdom and experience in education and counseling. There are specific tips for helping students in organization and in navigating the high school years; she highlights the importance of listening, respect and integrity.

An inspiring piece to all those that want to make a difference!

This book highlights the value and importance of how someone can have a lasting positive impact on others. It’s a must-read for anyone wanting to go into the education sector! Nancy provides inspiring insight into her journey and conscious decision to understand each student’s unique background. She highlights the point of meeting people where they are to have an equally engaging conversation of what is possible with determination and passion. I have no doubt on the number of students and many others that will forever be thankful for having a conversation with her.

Outstanding book

This book is great for anyone who is interested in becoming a school counselor or who already is a school counselor. I highly recommend this book to instructors of courses leading to a counseling credential. The author did a fantastic job to include actual examples of ideas presented. Thanks to all the persons who become school counselors. Y help they provide to students is invaluable!

Thoughtful, Insightful, and Helpful

Great listen about the important role of a school counselor and how much they can influence the lives of students and parents. Author uses stories and examples to illustrate points, making them easier to understand and take to heart. Performance is excellent, the author’s voice is both soothing and keeps my interest throughout the audiobook.

How to be a School Counselor in an Age of Change

There is a sense of concern, even urgency, for the guidance counselor and the student of today in “The Art of Being a School Counselor —Leading with Confidence, Compassion and Authenticity.” Nancy L. Regas, a retired school counselor and author of this book, offers help to a profession that is overloaded and challenged by the pandemic and a world thrusted in change.

Throughout the book, she shares her passion for guidance counseling and for high school students who normally face challenges, but even more so today. The key to becoming an effective and successful school counselor is to be compassionate and caring with your students. Regas shows in 11 readable (or easy listening) chapters how school counselors can retain their passion for reaching out to students and their parents, while successfully helping students to achieve their scholastic and life goals.

For anyone who works with high school students, from guidance counselors to teachers, to school administrators, and even to parents, this book is a must read.