Abstract

The purpose of this study was to generate a grounded theory from practicing clinicians’ experiences integrating neuroscience in their mental health clinical practice. The research consisted of interviews with eight practicing clinicians across Minnesota. The qualitative study design relied upon the Corbin and Strauss (2015) Grounded Theory and theoretical sampling. Participants in this study described taking complex neuroscience information and translating it into user-friendly concepts and applying clinical interventions that affect the mind-body symbiotic relationship, providing a holistic way to address mental and physical health. The participants integrated neuroscience knowledge alongside other psychotherapy theories and utilized psychoeducation approaches to further the movement toward mainstream knowledge and understanding of the connection between biological factors and emotional health. There were similarities in the findings of this research study and how neurocounseling has been defined by Russell-Chapin (2016, p. 93) as, “the integration of neuroscience into the practice of counseling, by teaching and illustrating the physiological underpinnings of many of our mental health concerns.” Exploration of this integrative clinical approach, connections to the literature, and implications of the findings are discussed.

Advisor

Tracy Peed

Committee Member

John Seymour

Committee Member

Diane Coursol

Committee Member

Richard Auger

Date of Degree

2021

Language

english

Document Type

Thesis

Degree

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Department

Counseling and Student Personnel

College

Education

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