Effective counselors (Corey, 2009) ...
* Have an identity
* Respect & appreciate themselves
* Are open to change
* Make choices that are life oriented
* Are authentic, sincere, and honest
* Have a sense of humor
* Make mistakes and are willing to admit them
* Live in the present
* Appreciate the influence of culture
* Have a sincere interest in the welfare of others
* Possess effective interpersonal skills
* Become deeply involved in their work and derive meaning from it
* Are passionate
* Are able to maintain healthy boundaries
