Counselor Peer Support and Mindfulness Self-Care Behaviors
Abstract
This study examined differences in mindfulness self-care behaviors among counselors based on participation in peer support and type of engagement (telephone, virtual, in-person, social media). Participants included 467 counselors (291 working towards licensure, 176 licensed) who completed a quantitative descriptive survey. Data were analyzed using MANOVA, independent-sample t test, and frequency analyses. Statistically significant differences were found on five of the six mindfulness subscales between counselors who participated in peer support and those who did not. No difference was found in overall self-care scores. Using multiple peer support types was associated with higher self-care; reasons included access, time, and value.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions
Stress and Burnout Research
Counseling Practices and Supervision
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Professional Counseling Practice Theory & Research
- Volume
- 53
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 107–124
- Publication date
- 29 January 2026
- Language
- EN