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TPC D igest 11 Full article: McClain, M.-C., & Sampson, J. P. (2013). Using pair counseling to improve the cost-effectiveness of college career counseling. The Professional Counselor , 3 , 82–92. In order to meet these demands, a shift in career counseling has occurred— specifically by helping clients through collaborative techniques rather than implementing interventions that assist individuals independently. Pair counseling represents a newer and more integrated career intervention that incorporates principles of developmental psychology, play therapy, couples counseling, social psychology, and career counseling. Additionally, it provides a preventive framework to utilize with college students seeking career services and resources. Finally, this approach provides the opportunity for pairs of students to receive support, attain exposure to alternative viewpoints, experience normalization of feelings, and develop more prosocial behaviors/skills—all while under the guidance, structure and supervision of a trained practitioner. After describing its main techniques and goals, this article provides a rationale for implementing pair counseling within a career center and also addresses directions for future research. The Professional Counselor -DIGEST Volume 3, Issue 2 http:/ /tpcjournal.nbcc.or g © 2013 NBCC Inc., & Affiliates 19