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COUN 5279 Week 3 - Case Study on Career Counseling
Theory for Crystal with Complete Solutions | 2025 Update |
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Career Counseling Theory Case Study: Crystal
Kristia Jackson
Capella University
COUN 5279: Life Planning and Career Development
Dr. Rita Smith
January 26, 2025
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Abstract
This paper explores the application of Krumboltz’s Learning Theory to the career and
educational development of a diverse client, Crystal, an 18-year-old Korean American female
with dyslexia. The case study examines how cultural, educational, and personal factors, including
family expectations and learning differences, influence Crystal's career aspirations in graphic
design. The paper highlights the strengths and limitations of Krumboltz’s theory in addressing
Crystal's unique challenges, emphasizing the importance of adapting the theory to account for
multicultural identity, disability, and systemic barriers. Additionally, it discusses the role of
counseling professionals in advocating for diverse clients, both through small-scale strategies,
such as ensuring individualized accommodations, and large-scale strategies, such as advocating
for policy change to promote equity in education and career development. Through a
combination of theory and advocacy, counselors can help clients navigate obstacles, embrace
their strengths, and achieve their career and educational goals.
Career Counseling Theory Case Study: Crystal
Crystal is an 18-year-old Korean American high school senior with a strong interest in
graphic design. In addition to her high school coursework, she has actively pursued
communitybased training opportunities to enhance her skills in this field. Despite her dedication
and talent, Crystal faces unique challenges due to her diagnosis of dyslexia, which affects her
ability to process written information. However, she remains determined to excel academically
and professionally in a field that values creativity and innovation.
This case study explores how Krumboltz’s Learning Theory of Career Counseling can be
applied to support Crystal’s academic and career development. Krumboltz’s theory emphasizes
the influence of learning experiences, environmental conditions, and personal beliefs in shaping
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COUN 5279 Week 3 - Case Study on Career Counseling
Theory for Crystal with Complete Solutions | 2025 Update |
100% Correct
Career Counseling Theory Case Study: Crystal
Kristia Jackson
Capella University
COUN 5279: Life Planning and Career Development
Dr. Rita Smith
January 26, 2025
, lOMoAR cPSD| 6861666
2
Abstract
This paper explores the application of Krumboltz’s Learning Theory to the career and
educational development of a diverse client, Crystal, an 18-year-old Korean American female
with dyslexia. The case study examines how cultural, educational, and personal factors, including
family expectations and learning differences, influence Crystal's career aspirations in graphic
design. The paper highlights the strengths and limitations of Krumboltz’s theory in addressing
Crystal's unique challenges, emphasizing the importance of adapting the theory to account for
multicultural identity, disability, and systemic barriers. Additionally, it discusses the role of
counseling professionals in advocating for diverse clients, both through small-scale strategies,
such as ensuring individualized accommodations, and large-scale strategies, such as advocating
for policy change to promote equity in education and career development. Through a
combination of theory and advocacy, counselors can help clients navigate obstacles, embrace
their strengths, and achieve their career and educational goals.
Career Counseling Theory Case Study: Crystal
Crystal is an 18-year-old Korean American high school senior with a strong interest in
graphic design. In addition to her high school coursework, she has actively pursued
communitybased training opportunities to enhance her skills in this field. Despite her dedication
and talent, Crystal faces unique challenges due to her diagnosis of dyslexia, which affects her
ability to process written information. However, she remains determined to excel academically
and professionally in a field that values creativity and innovation.
This case study explores how Krumboltz’s Learning Theory of Career Counseling can be
applied to support Crystal’s academic and career development. Krumboltz’s theory emphasizes
the influence of learning experiences, environmental conditions, and personal beliefs in shaping
