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As a non-traditional graduate student working towards my MS in Community Counseling, and obtaining my LPC. I find it perplexing trying to obtain the appropriate mentorship relationship within the field of counseling. Often the terrain has been ambiguous; at one point there seems to be a connection until I present my views outside of the box pertaining to multicultural issues and the connection between mind and body as being a whole entity. Perhaps it is the environment that I am enmeshed within here in Oklahoma (retaining a conservative perspective). However, as a native Californian I am used to diverse perspectives of thought, and elaborating on progressive paths for delivery; whereas as a student in this program I am being encouraged to think on one dimension.
I visualize the concept of "SPA....Spirituality, Presence and Acceptance"; meaning the acceptance of authenticity and the uniqueness of individuation as well as collectivism. I am contemplating returning home (Ca) after I complete my graduate studies and obtaining my Ph.D.there. I am the co-author of an article regarding Mentorship which has been accepted for publication which I am very excited about.
With that said; I am seeking an advisor....mentor who is open-minded and aspires to embrace differing conceptualizations regarding multicultural issues, and mind-body connections. The profession of psychotherapy is a dynamic realm for embracing the changing demographics in our society for eliciting mental and physical wellness for client of diverse backgrounds.

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Sherri Greene Comment by Sherri Greene on October 6, 2009 at 8:54pm
Thank you Dawn for your reply. I will continue to jump through the hoops to achieveve my goals. I am just a bit frustrated but that too will pass.
Dawn Pugh Comment by Dawn Pugh on October 5, 2009 at 4:36pm
Hi Sherri,
Firstly thanks for sharing your concerns with the rest of us.

I would like to add that often for training purposes a ‘one dimensional approach’ is preferred in order to help keep a collective focus.

To offer encouragement and support to you I would say that once qualified you can then start to develop your own unique style of working therapeutically but until then it may be about "jumping through hoops"

Good luck in finding a suitable mentor.

I hope you find this helpful?

Many thanks
Regards
Dawn.

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