Counselling Issues

Practical guidance on professional boundaries, self-care and managing the therapeutic relationship effectively. Topics include confidentiality, personal safety, stress management and professional conduct.

Counselling and Self Awareness

How self-awareness helps counsellors provide better support and maintain professional boundaries with clients.

How to Cope Between Counselling Sessions

Practical ways to manage your emotions and cope with stress in the time between your counselling appointments.

How to Use Counselling and Psychotherapy Resources

Get practical ways counsellors can use resources to support clients and stay current with the latest developments in the field.

Maintaining Patient Confidentiality

How keeping client information private builds trust and forms the foundation of effective counselling relationships.

Protecting Yourself from Abuse

How ethical codes and professional boundaries protect both clients and counsellors from abuse in therapy relationships.

Protecting Yourself from Occupational Stress

Caring professions create constant stress, so watch for warning signs like irritability and losing interest in work before burnout takes over.

The Most Important Client Do's and Don'ts

Get the most from counselling by understanding what clients should and shouldn't do in therapy sessions.

Using Your Personal Qualities, Skills and Knowledge

How counsellors blend personal qualities, practical skills and knowledge to support people effectively through difficult times.