Article Title

An Exploration of Compassion Fatigue in Novice Counselors

Authors

Herbert A. Exum, North Carolina State University

Publication Date

2-1-2002

Abstract

Compassion fatigue is one of the various forms of suboptimal performance novice counselors may demonstrate. Like burnout, it is a type of impairment that disrupts the counselor’s ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships. One of the responsibilities of the clinical supervisor is to determine effective methods of early identification and prevention of this phenomenon. This article will discuss compassion fatigue, related concepts, and strategies clinical supervisors may use to address it.

Recommended Citation

Exum, H. A. (2002). An Exploration of Compassion Fatigue in Novice Counselors, Dimensions of Counseling, 30(1), 10-14. doi:10.22237/mijoc/1012521720

DOI

10.22237/mijoc/1012521720