This perspective is the one most likely to help them serve students. Being a good listener and really hearing the feelings behind the words is one of the challenges of this career choice. One of the most satisfying aspects of the job is the feeling that you are helping young people make good decisions by providing a place where all options available to them can be discussed.
Counseling requires a positive attitude and lots of energy.
Acting on behalf of the students, as their advocate, provides a great deal of satisfaction. At times a counselor is the only neutral adult in the student's world. Providing a safe, trusting environment for students is a counselor's goal. Parents have an emotional attachment which sometimes clouds their judgement. Teachers carry the all-powerful club known as grades.