부산대학교 도서관

The purpose of this study is to investigate the counseling experiences of youth transitioning from the child welfare system (YTC). Data were collected from in-depth interviews with 10 YTC who had experienced psychological counseling, and analyzed using consensus qualitative research (CQR) methods. As a result of the study, 6 domains, 15 categories, and 22 subcategories were derived. Domain 1 'Background of Seeking Counseling' included two categories, 1) motivation for counseling and 2) expectations for counseling; while Domain 2 'Various Characteristics of YTC' included two categories, 1) various personal characteristics and 2) environmental characteristics, and Domain 3 'Experiences with a Counselor' included three categories, 1) positive experiences with counseling relationships and interventions, 2) negative experiences with counseling relationships and interventions, 3) counseling experiences in relation to counselors’ preparation level regarding YTC. Domain 4 'Emotional Experiences in the Counseling Process' also included three categories, 1) positive and 2) negative experiences with the process, 3) counseling experiences as a service recipient. In Domain 5 'Changes after Counseling' included two categories, 1) changes in multiple areas of life, 2) changes in understanding of counseling, Finally, in Domain 6 'Suggestions for Counseling Services for YTC' included three categories, 1) suggestions for improving counseling services, 2) suggestions for counseling empowerment and multicultural capabilities, and 3) no suggestions. The results of this study provide a deeper understanding of the counseling experiences of YTC, along with suggestions and considerations in future counseling intervention for YTC. The implications and limitations of this study were discussed.