Are You a Suitable Case for Counselling?

If you have problems, issues or dilemmas that are controlling your enjoyment of life you may want to consider counselling, as an effective form of addressing, clarifying and dealing with these concerns. Counselling is available in many forms and can help people make progress in a variety of ways. Understanding and acknowledging that there is no longer any stigma attached to seeking emotional support will enable you to access the type of therapeutic support that you will most benefit from.

Why Do You Need Counselling?

Do you have difficulty expressing emotional concerns, identifying issues and moving forward with your life? Do you have limiting beliefs, anxiety problems or other dilemmas that stop you from making positive progress?

Perhaps you are experiencing major life changes, dealing with separation or divorce, or loss or grief, and have no-one you can readily confide in? If you have a history of abuse and/or addictions or find it difficult to relate to other people counselling may also provide you with a positive outlet and secure and supportive environment in which to explore your difficulties.

Counselling provides a useful, supportive role in the lives of people from all walks of life, and is no longer looked about suspiciously. Understanding, and accepting, that we all need help from time to time will enable you to assess whether or not you would benefit from counselling support.

Methods Of Counselling

There are different ways of attaining counselling support, and as long as you are receiving a confidential, supportive and motivational service the method you choose is generally down to personal preference.

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Individual Counselling

If you feel comfortable sharing your experiences in a face-to-face setting individual counselling may work well for you. Counselling sessions generally last 50 minutes and are allocated at regular weekly intervals. You will be able to discuss concerns and emotional issues with a counsellor in their place of work – this could be a private practice, local health centre or other applicable location.

Any information you share with the counsellor or therapist is totally confidential, although notes may be kept on record for future reference. Being able to open up to a counsellor in person has many beneficial aspects and can help an individual make steady progress in overcoming problems.

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Telephone Counselling

You can experience counselling from the comfort of your home, although this supportive service is not widely available. The same benefits as individual counselling are on offer although you have the added privacy of being in surroundings that are familiar to you. Should you be interested in telephone counselling however, you may have to search for a counsellor who is willing to provide this service.

Group Counselling

This method of counselling requires the individual to share their personal experiences with others who are experiencing similar problems, concerns and issues. The group meets at regular intervals, and sessions can be facilitated by a qualified counsellor or an appointed member of the group. By sharing knowledge and understanding in this way individuals form a supportive network with others, which in turn provides an additional framework of support.

The Next Step

Now that you have read through the advice above, you might want to put it into practice. Our Counselling Approach Finder lets you describe what a client brings to you and find out which counselling approach is most evidence based for their situation. Try it now →