‘Green’ Counseling: Integrating Reused Household Materials Into Creative Counseling Interventions

Abstract

The use of reused or recycled materials in counseling interventions provides counselors with an opportunity to use unique counseling mediums while simultaneously being socially and fiscally responsible. In this article, ways that reused or recycled items can be used in counseling are discussed. Practical suggestions for using reused or recycled items in counseling and specific creative interventions in which recycled materials can be used are provided.

Keywords:

• creativity
• sustainability
• recycle
• counseling
• activities