The Counselor Cognitions Questionnaire: Development and Validation

Abstract

Cognitive complexity is a crucial factor in counselor efficacy, yet an empirically validated instrument that measures counselors’ cognitions about clients does not exist. Development and preliminary psychometric support for such a measure, the Counselor Cognitions Questionnaire (CCQ), are described. Evidence of validity and reliability are reported.

KEYWORDS:

• case conceptualization
• cognitive development
• counselor cognitive complexity

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Laura E. Welfare

Authors’ Note: The copyrighted Counselor Cognitions Questionnaire and Rater Training Manual are available from the first author. This research was supported in part by funding from the Association for Assessment in Counseling and Education.