What happens in counselling?
In counselling you can expect:
A counsellor can help you with:
In counselling, you can talk about problems and concerns in a safe place with someone who will support you. You are entitled to a counsellor:
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Whom you can trust and be open with
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Who listens carefully and sensitively
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Who is non-judgemental and will not blame you for the problem
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Who will support you in changes you decide to make and encourage you to make your own decisions
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Who will offer to refer you to other help if necessary
In counselling, you can expect
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A safe space to talk and be listened to
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To feel cared about
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Not to be blamed
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To talk honestly and freely
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To get some guidance, if you want it
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To feel better after a while
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To be encouraged to make positive changes oriented to life and wholeness
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To be equipped with tools, skills and coping strategies
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To be empowered with your own identity and autonomy
A counsellor can help you to
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Explore your [past and/or present] emotions, thoughts, behaviour, and the impact of these
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Become more aware of yourself, your values, strengths, emotions and what motivates you
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Set achievable goals and make plans of how to get there
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Improve your relationships whether new or committed
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Reduce stress and regulate emotions
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Develop your sense of well-being
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Get the support and bring about lasting changes to be the best you are meant to be
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