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I cover the importance of research in ssss1. The following ssss1 features a guest contribution from Prof. John McLeod, "Integrating research knowledge and awareness into counselling and psychotherapy training: an apprenticeship model". Finally, ssss1 deals with power, discrimination and racism in counselling.

All countries differ significantly in economic opportunities, social policies, religious practices, political organisation, wealth, and much more. The world population reached the 1 billion mark in 1820, and less than two hundred years later (2011) the number of people had already increased to 7 billion. This excessive growth exacerbates problems related to employment, pollution, poverty, and depletion of natural resources.

The 20th century experienced two major world wars, advances in science and technology, the Cold War, and increasing concern for the environment. Steady growth in science and communications technology and changes in family structures in the 21st century raise both hopes and fears among the population (cf. Hohenshil, Amundson & Niles 2015, p. 3). The current time is characterised by the fast pace and constant change. Also, there is the problem of the Coronavirus, which spread worldwide, putting the entire population in a state of emergency. The stressors mentioned above lead to psychological strain on individuals and groups. Essential counselling functions are available in every culture globally. Yet in some countries they are more likely to be performed by families, friends, acquaintances, indigenous healers, shamans or non-specifically trained medical personnel. Against this background, there is a growing need to initiate, develop, and professionalise counselling services worldwide to promote society’s mental health (cf. Hohenshil, Amundson & Niles 2015, p. 4).