Novice School Counselors’ Burnout Profiles and Professional Experiences: A Mixed-Methods Study

Abstract

This convergent mixed-methods study examined the distinct burnout profiles of novice school counselors and their respective professional experiences. A cluster analysis yielded a three-factor solution revealing unique burnout profiles. Qualitative analyses identified job-related challenges and resources impacting the work performance of novice school counselors. We provide recommendations for school counselor training.