Health care throughout the world is rapidly changing, and counseling psychology is adapting and expanding to meet evolving needs. Counseling psychologists now have a major role to play in medical settings. Academic, practice, and research opportunities abound. The Emerging Role of Counseling Psychology in Health Care is the first book to present these possibilities to students and professionals and to prepare them for entry into this exciting arena. Those poised to enter the field of mental health care and those interested in a new career direction will find that this book is a valuable resource.