The document discusses key concepts in counseling including:
1. Rogers defined a helping relationship as one where one party intends to promote the other's growth and development. 
2. Counseling focuses on client goals and can be a "rehearsal for action." 
3. Relationship development in counseling involves an initial meeting, rapport building, information gathering and goal determination. 
4. Being genuine and congruent is a core condition of an effective helping relationship.