Title:
Self-Efficacy among Counselors Trained in Animal Assisted Play Therapy
Description:
This study examines the self-reported self-efficacy levels of therapists who have attended animal assisted play therapy training. This study also investigates the relationship between the therapist’s level of efficacy and their years of counseling experience and amount of AAPT training. This study includes two of the significant predictors of counselor self-efficacy (level of experience and level of training). The results of this study fill a gap in the literature and support the increase in the number of training opportunities offered at universities, workshops, continuing education and certification programs. (Jordan & Kuba, 2011).
Committee members:
- Suhyun Suh Ed.D(Chair)
- Jamie Carney Ph.D.
- Margaret Shippen Ph.D.
- Amanda Evans Ph.D.
Dissertation Timeline:
- Proposal – November, 2013
- Defense – June 18, 2014
Research Questions:
- What is the self-reported level of counseling self-efficacy among counselors conducting animal assisted play therapy?
- What is the relationship between self-reported counseling self-efficacy and years of counseling experience among animal assisted play therapists?
- What is the relationship between self-reported counseling self-efficacy and educational level earned among animal assisted play therapists?
- What is the relationship between self-reported counseling self-efficacy and amount of animal assisted play therapy training?
- What is the relationship between self-reported counseling self-efficacy and play therapy credentials among animal assisted play therapist?