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A b s t r a c t Scholars have examined globalization for many years in terms of its impact on individuals, but it remains a concept not often discussed in the counseling literature (Paredes et al., 2008). As counseling transforms from a Western- based practice to a global phenomenon, it is important to understand counseling within an international context. In this article, the ways in which the process of globalization are currently impacting the field of counseling, implications and future research directions are examined. James M. Benshoff Melinda M. Gibbons As our world becomes increasingly connected, counseling is transforming from a Western-based practice to a global phenomenon. Accordingly, this article highlights the impact of globalization on the field of counseling. In order to do so, we begin by defining globalization and examining the ways in which the process of globalization is currently impacting the field of counseling. Lastly, the implications for counselors and future research directions are considered The authors define globalization in this article as a continual process of interaction and integration among national economies and cultures. There is a dynamic interplay between both global and local G lobalization and C ounseling : P rofessional I ssues for C ounselors TPC Digest A more global perspective of counseling is needed.