Fostering Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness in Pastoral Counseling Students

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Abstract

This study examines innovative approaches to fostering emotional intelligence and self awareness in a four year graduate level pastoral counseling program. Data was collected as part of a program evaluation that was initiated by the institution to determine the efficacy of those approaches towards achieving program goals. This is a mixed method study that uses both quantitative and qualitative data collected through surveys, interviews, classroom observations and field notes. Its significance to the field is twofold: 1. It highlights the school - researcher partnership and collaboration towards developing a high quality training program, and 2. It showcases initiatives to foster emotional intelligence and self awareness, which may inform other leadership and professional programs.

Author

• Suzanne Brooks, Yeshiva University