Counselor Educators’ Experiences Teaching about Integrated Behavioral Healthcare

Authors

Lauren B. Robins, Old Dominion UniversityFollow
Clarence K. Bumpas, Old Dominion UniversityFollow
Cearra Arnold, Old Dominion UniversityFollow
Deonna Stinson, Old Dominion UniversityFollow
Samantha Ewing, Old Dominion UniversityFollow
Bre Williams, Old Dominion UniversityFollow

Abstract

Counselor education gradually integrates training for practice in Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (IBH), where mental and physical health services collaborate to improve client outcomes. Despite its benefits, IBH education remains inconsistent, leaving many graduates underprepared for interdisciplinary settings. This qualitative study explores counselor educators’ experiences teaching IBH, identifying challenges, strategies, and best practices for improving student readiness. Findings highlight the need for structured training, interdisciplinary collaboration, and faculty development to advance IBH integration in counseling curricula.

Recommended Citation

Robins, Lauren B.; Bumpas, Clarence K.; Arnold, Cearra; Stinson, Deonna; Ewing, Samantha; and Williams, Bre (2025) "Counselor Educators’ Experiences Teaching about Integrated Behavioral Healthcare," The Journal of Integrated Primary Care: Vol. 2: Iss. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.pcom.edu/jipc/vol2/iss2/1