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IBCD
Counseling Role Play Class
Prerequisite:
You should have completed the Introduction to Biblical Counseling course or its
equivalent. All are welcome to attend and observe the Role Play Class.
General Description:
Each student will counsel in a fictionalsituation for three sessions using the principles
learned in the Intro course. The counselor will be given a PDI form before the session.
The first session will emphasize data gathering, hope building, and a preliminary
approach to the problem. Homework should be given. The second session should
emphasize more in-depth instruction and application. The third session should seek to
develop a plan for ongoing progress in the life of the counselee in the context of his local
church. Each session should last approximately 45 minutes. After the session is over
the class will discuss and critique the counselor s approach. The sessions will be
videotaped. Counselees should fill in a PDI before the 1 st session.
How to Prepare:
Review your syllabus from the Intro course. Remember the 7 I s. Review The
Christian Counselor s Manual. Feel free to bring aids you would like to have in a real
counseling situation: ie, Homework Manuals, mini-guides/references (Helps for
Counselors, byJay Adams or Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling, by Kruis),
tracts, etc. Review the evaluation sheet in advance to know what the director will be
looking for. Between sessions do research so that you will come prepared.
Schedule:
Date and times will be arranged between director, counselor , and counselee.
observers are welcome.
All
Costs:
Standard Cost: $ 220.00
Supporting Church Member or
Individual Supporter: $110.00
SeminaryStudents: $ 55.00
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