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The article examines the construct of happiness within the context of counseling and holistic health (body, mind and spirit). It discusses happiness as a goal of counseling as reflected in selected counseling theories that focus on humanistic principles, holistic health, positive psychology, personal growth and the client’s intentional choice-making in life. Moreover, the article considers within-cultural and cross-cultural implications of happiness, and presents recommendations for counseling professionals who counsel clients or train future counselors.
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Harper, F.D., Guilbault, M., Tucker, T. et al. Happiness as a Goal of Counseling: Cross-cultural Implications. Int J Adv Counselling 29, 123–136 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10447-007-9030-0
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