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Counselling provides a safe and confidential place to share, explore and tackle a wide range of personal problems and difficulties. This generally happens in a one-to-one professional relationship with a qualified Counsellor. It can also take place in a group (eg if working with a family group). It is often the first step on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, leading to the resolution of problems, self-determinism and a more balanced and fulfilled life.
The aims of Counselling are: Insight, Self-awareness; Self-acceptance; Enlightenment; Problem-solving; Psychological education; Cognitive and Behavioural change; Systemic change; Empowerment; Self-actualisation; Restitution.
Counselling is helpful for a wide range of issues such as:
Anxiety and Phobias Sexual and Physical Abuse
Bereavement and Loss Traumatic memories
Relationships Self-image, Self-Esteem
Conflict Motivation
Difficult choices Eating Disorders
Stress Self-Harm
Health worries Anger
Confidence Obsessive Compulsive Behaviour
Addictions Sexuality and Gender
School worries Exam stress
Family stress
And much more …