ABSTRACT
Writing gatekeeping philosophy statements may help develop gatekeeper identities and improve gatekeeping practices. While many have composed philosophy of teaching, researching, and supervising statements, few, if any, have crafted philosophy of gatekeeping statements. In this article, we propose doctoral students, counselor educators, and supervisors create philosophy of gatekeeping statements to enhance their gatekeeping practices. We offer strategies for constructing gatekeeping philosophy statements. Implications for use and future research of philosophy of gatekeeping statements are provided.
Disclosure statement
Counselor educators and clinical supervisors like me are bound by laws and ethical codes. My gatekeeping decisions are context-dependent, individualized, and made in careful consultation with colleagues and stakeholders. The opinions and beliefs expressed in my gatekeeping philosophy statement are my own and may not be shared by my colleagues and may not apply to all students and circumstances.
Correction Statement
This article has been corrected with minor changes. These changes do not impact the academic content of the article.