Discernment Counseling as a Public Health Intervention

DC 2025 Discernment Counseling as a Public Health Intervention

Discernment counseling is not just an isolated interaction between a therapist and a couple in crisis. It involves a broader network of professionals and support systems.

Key Points:

Public Health Intervention:

Discernment counseling serves as a public health intervention, addressing couples in crisis where divorce is a possibility. These couples often interact with various professionals and support systems.

Matrix of Professionals:

Couples may have consulted with:

Individual therapists
Couples therapists
Clergy members
Divorce lawyers
Mediators
Family and friends

Collaborators:

Recognize the importance of collaborating with these professionals. Effective communication and coordination with them can enhance the counseling process and ensure that all parties are aligned in supporting the couple.

Network Awareness:

Understand that discernment counseling does not occur in isolation. It is part of a larger network of individuals and professionals who influence the couple's decisions and actions.

Engagement Strategies:

Learn how to engage with these collaborators, including:

Informing them about your role and the discernment counseling process
Referring clients to appropriate professionals when needed
Utilizing available resources to facilitate collaboration

Conclusion:

Discernment counseling involves a complex network of professionals and support systems. Therapists should be aware of this broader context and engage effectively with collaborators to provide comprehensive support to couples in crisis.

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