Happiness as a Goal of Counseling: Cross-cultural Implications

Authors: Harper, Frederick¹; Guilbault, Michael; Tucker, Tameka; Austin, Twanna

Source: International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling, Volume 29, Number 2, June 2007 , pp. 123-136(14)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

The article examines the construct of happiness within the context of counseling and holistic health (body, mind and spirit). It discusses happiness as a goal of counseling as reflected in selected counseling theories that focus on humanistic principles, holistic health, positive psychology, personal growth and the client's intentional choice-making in life. Moreover, the article considers within-cultural and cross-cultural implications of happiness, and presents recommendations for counseling professionals who counsel clients or train future counselors.

Keywords: Happiness; Goals of counseling; Cross-cultural counseling

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1007/s10447-007-9030-0

Affiliations: 1: Email: Fharper884@aol.com

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