| Title: |
See the Girl: Girls' Perceptions of Listening and Helpfulness in a Relational-Cultural Theory Grounded School-Based Counseling Program. |
| Authors: |
Borden, Ne'Shaun J.; Indelicato, Natalie A.; Root, Jamie F.; Brown, Lanni |
| Source: |
Professional Counselor; 2025, Vol. 15 Issue 4, p296-311, 16p |
| Subject Terms: |
LISTENING; RELATIONAL-cultural therapy; QUALITATIVE research; EDUCATIONAL counseling; RESOURCEFULNESS; MENTAL health services |
| Abstract: |
In this secondary qualitative data analysis, we examined data collected between 2018 and 2023 from See the Girl: In Elementary (formerly Girls Matter: It's Elementary), a program model grounded in Relational-Cultural Theory that intervenes early in elementary school to improve school success and relational connection, decrease suspension and expulsion, and mitigate system involvement. African American girls ages 8 to 9 comprise 79% of the participants in this study. A reflexive thematic analysis focused on two open-ended questions from a larger program assessment tool: how the girls knew that their counselor listened and how the program was helpful to them. The analysis yielded three major themes for each research question. Girls knew counselors were listening to them through active listening, therapeutic support, and authenticity. Girls stated that the program helped them develop coping and relationshipbuilding skills and provided them with a supportive environment. Given these findings, mental health professionals and supervisors are encouraged to prioritize culturally responsive models. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Complementary Index |