Theses and Dissertations
Date of Award
7-1-2024
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Rehabilitation Counseling
First Advisor
Bruce Reed
Second Advisor
Ralph Carlson
Third Advisor
Kim L. Nguyen-Finn
Abstract
The literature on stigma has revealed this attribute as a deterrent to seeking mental health services. This study encompassed an investigation of the impact of self-stigma and public stigma on the intentions to seek mental health services of Texas Licensed Professional Counselors. A survey was sent via email, social media platforms associated with Licensed Professional Counselors, and snowball sampling to recruit participants. The participants (N = 99) completed self-report measures about self-stigma, public stigma, social desirability characteristics, and attitudes towards seeking mental health help. The results indicated that neither self-stigma nor public stigma was a deterrent to seeking mental health services among Texas Licensed Professional Counselors.
Recommended Citation
Vasquez, Raquel C., "Licensed Professional Counselors in Texas: The Role of Stigma in Seeking Counseling Services" (2024). Theses and Dissertations. 1615.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/etd/1615
Comments
Copyright 2024 Raquel C. Vasquez. https://proquest.com/docview/3098443521