This article articulates a social cognitive model of counselor training. The metaphor of a drama is used to present the model. The drama concerns the emerging efficacy of the counselor in working with clients. First, the uniqueness of the drama is described. Second, the cast of characters is presented, namely, the counselor in the major role with the supervisor and client in supporting roles. Third, the plot is developed, which involves the counselor as a human agent, constructing and regulating her or his actions while taking in feedback from the supervisor and client. Fourth, attention is given to the emergence of barriers that may derail the plot. Fifth, the intemal and extemal contexts of the drama are presented. Sixth, seven research propositions are generated to build on the current knowledge base. Finally, suggestions are provided to supervisors as they work with counselor trainees.
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