Date of Award
Spring 5-10-2024
Document Type
Project (696 or 796 registration)
Degree Name
Master of Science in Counseling
Department
Graduate Studies
Committee Chair
Jessica Brown
Keywords
journey, life, growth
Abstract
Abstract
Throughout this Analysis of Self, I cover pertinent information relating to my experiences and the journey that led me to where I am today. I share personal stories as it relates to shaping me into who I am as an individual. While sharing, I heavily reflect on some of the decisions I have made throughout my life, as well as the lessons I have learned. I cover numerous aspects that have contributed to my core values, beliefs, and viewpoints; but ultimately, how my experiences have led to me becoming a counselor. I then examine the results of the personality assessments I have taken, in a way to connect and apply the concepts to my everyday life. I also reflect on feedback from individual interviews I conducted with five different loved ones in my life. I identified common patterns shared through the responses from the interviewees and recognized how my personal characteristics and traits have contributed to my theoretical counseling orientation. I also explore my evolution both personally and professionally throughout my life thus far. More specifically, I discuss how graduate school has altered my ways of thinking and allowed me to apply various learning methods within the area of clinical mental health counseling.
Keywords: life experiences, personal growth, counseling theories
Recommended Citation
Meyer, Emily, "Analysis of Self: My Roller Coaster of a Journey" (2024). Dissertations, Theses, and Projects. 911.
https://red.mnstate.edu/thesis/911