Question

Why is it important for counselors to know and understand their personal values?

Answer 1

Values counseling allows you to know the heart of your counselor. By knowing this in advance, you will have a greater understanding of your counselor's focus, goals, and counselling path. ... Values promote healthy living and relationships, helping us to get our lives on the right track.

Answer 2

It is important for counselors to understand their personal values because when speaking with someone, they can’t let their own personal feelings affect the person. When speaking to a client, it is about them, and a counselor having acknowledgement over their values and not letting them intervene is what makes them good at their job.