Envisioning Inclusive Therapeutic Access for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

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dc.contributor.authorLaird, Melissa
dc.date.accessioned2024-06-06T19:51:38Z
dc.date.available2024-06-06T19:51:38Z
dc.date.issued2024-04-20
dc.description.abstractPursuing a master's degree in counselling involves learning how to work with all populations of people. Students are taught to be aware of marginalized communities and work towards removing barriers so that counselling can be inclusive and accessible to all (Beer et al., 2012). However, research suggests that although there is a social justice lens, there is often little to no discussion or training regarding the disabled community. More specifically adults with developmental disabilities (Maddox, et al., 2019). These individuals often need support and are struggling to find counsellors. In a questionnaire, counsellors noted that they tend to refer out or do not accept clients with developmental disabilities because they feel less confident in serving them (Adams & Young, 2020; Lipinski et al., 2021). This is a gap that needs to be addressed. This paper will outline current research about the barriers to receiving counselling services as well as suggestions for improvements. In conclusion the paper will create a workshop that educates counsellors on how to support and advocate for this population group.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11803/2483
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisher.institutionCity University of Seattle (CityU)
dc.subjectdevelopmental disability
dc.subjectsocial justice
dc.subjectmarginalized
dc.subjectbarriers
dc.subjectcounselling
dc.titleEnvisioning Inclusive Therapeutic Access for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
dc.typeCapstone
thesis.degree.disciplineCounselling
thesis.degree.grantorCity University of Seattle (CityU)
thesis.degree.levelMasters
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Counselling
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