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An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of Counseling Interns' Experiences Serving Older Adults

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Title: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of Counseling Interns' Experiences Serving Older Adults
Language: English
Authors: Matthew C. Fullen (ORCID 0000-0002-6534-6622), Paul M. Delaughter (ORCID 0009-0008-2071-8841), Jonathan D. Wiley (ORCID 0000-0001-7486-1100)
Source: Counselor Education and Supervision. 2026 65(1):63-75.
Availability: Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Phenomenology, Counselor Training, Internship Programs, Older Adults, Field Experience Programs, Graduate Students, Retirement, Residential Institutions, Transformative Learning, Self Determination
DOI: 10.1002/ceas.70013
ISSN: 0011-0035
1556-6978
Abstract: Demographic shifts and recent changes to Medicare will result in more older adults utilizing counseling. Field experiences, including internships, are vital opportunities for graduate students to gain exposure to new populations, including older adults. We interviewed eight participants who completed internships in a continuing care retirement community. An interpretative phenomenological analysis yielded three themes: (1) drawn toward older adults, (2) transformative learning and growth, and (3) unfolding self-determination. Implications for counselor education programs are provided.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1499177
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Demographic shifts and recent changes to Medicare will result in more older adults utilizing counseling. Field experiences, including internships, are vital opportunities for graduate students to gain exposure to new populations, including older adults. We interviewed eight participants who completed internships in a continuing care retirement community. An interpretative phenomenological analysis yielded three themes: (1) drawn toward older adults, (2) transformative learning and growth, and (3) unfolding self-determination. Implications for counselor education programs are provided.
ISSN:0011-0035
1556-6978
DOI:10.1002/ceas.70013