The Significance and Impact of Disasters on the Development of the Counseling Profession

Abstract

<p>災難是人們生活中難以承受的意外事件。每次災難會帶來破壞與傷痛，可是也帶來重生與希望；災難對諮商專業帶來了許多挑戰，同時也帶來學習的課題與發展的契機。本文旨在探討災難對諮商專業發展所造成的影響，並深刻思考其中蘊含的意義與重要的議題，本文先依歷史的軌跡敘述臺灣對諮商專業發展有關的重要災難事件，其次探索其帶來的影響與意義，再探討災後心理救援經驗與通訊心理諮商應用，最後再針對其中涉及的文化與倫理考量進行討論，以期能就災難與諮商所涉及的相關議題進行深入而完整的探討。災難與諮商交織的不只是實務操作經驗的議題，其實也涉及專業發展、科技運用、文化議題與倫理考量。</p> <p> </p><p>Disasters, being an unexpected occurrence in people’s lives, bring destruction and pain as well as rebirth and hope. Disasters have brought several challenges to the counseling profession, such as in learning topics and development opportunities. This article aimed to explore the impact of disasters on the development of the counseling profession and to assess its implications and important issues. First, it described the important disaster events related to the development of the counseling profession in Taiwan based on historical trajectories. Second, we explored its impact and significance; then, we discussed the experience of post-disaster psychological rescue and the application of telecounseling. Finally, we discussed the cultural and ethical considerations involved, aiming to provide an in-depth and complete discussion of the issues involved in disaster counseling. Disasters and counseling are intertwined with issues in practical experience and professional development, technology use, cultural issues, and ethical considerations.</p> <p> </p>