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Career Self-Assessment & Exploration Assignment
Daniel Barclay
Liberty University Online
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dsbarclay@liberty.edu.
Abstract
This essay explores my career self-assessment and the path I have chosen in Marriage
and Family Therapy. It delves into the results of career instruments like the O*NET Interest
Profiler and values assessments, highlighting the alignment between my values and the
counseling profession. The essay discusses the nature of work, work conditions, qualifications,
opportunities, and challenges within Marriage and Family Therapy. It also emphasizes the
potential economic and non-economic benefits of this career, while considering potential
drawbacks like stress and emotional conflicts. Lastly, I reflect on my open-minded approach as a
future Christian therapist and my aim to bridge the gap between my faith and diverse worldviews
to help clients find healing and understanding in their lives.
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Career Self-Assessment & Exploration Assignment
Part I: Career Self-Assessment
Career Instrument Results
