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Jun 04, 2026
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CNSL 502 - History of Mental Health Counseling (3cr) This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the history and foundations of mental health counseling as a profession. Students will examine the origins and philosophical underpinnings of the counseling field, tracing key historical, societal, political, and economic factors that influenced its development. The course addresses the transition from early approaches to mental health care to contemporary practices, emphasizing the evolution of professional roles, standards, credentialing, and the counselor’s identity. Additional topics include recognition and reimbursement issues, major policy and legislative milestones, the emergence of key professional organizations, and advocacy for the counseling profession. By the end of the course, students will understanding how historical trends and policy decisions have shaped current practice and the delivery of mental health services.
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