2011

In the first generation of the 21st century, significant societal changes took place impacting the counseling profession. These included the dramatic impact of the technology revolution which added new dimensions to how the individual lives and works. The globalization of the workforce was an additional significant change stimulated by the expansion of businesses and industries worldwide. During this period of time counselors were called upon to continue to increase their sensitivity to the various ethnic and cultural populations of our country. Computers opened up new patterns of communication and data processing. The cell phone came “out of the jail” into homes, schools, automobiles, and the workplace. In this period of rapid change, counselors must be continuously alert to make appropriate adjustments and ensure that they keep in step with the times.