Counselling works: How counselling can change your life
Counselling is a powerful tool that can help to improve a person’s mental health, coping skills, and overall well-being. It provides a safe, supportive environment where individuals can talk openly and honestly about their feelings and experiences, that they may not be able to share with a partner, family member or friend.
A professional counsellor will listen attentively, provide non-judgmental support, and help the individual to identify and explore their own thoughts and feelings. They will encourage self-reflection and self-awareness, which can be invaluable in helping individuals to make attainable and lasting changes in their lives.
This space can also be used to identify and explore underlying issues that may be contributing to a person’s distress or making it difficult to cope. By exploring and understanding the root causes of an issue, it can be easier to find new solutions.
Some people are nervous about seeing someone for the first time, so here are a few tips to be prepared before your first appointment.
First, consider why you are seeking counselling. Have you been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or anxious? Are you struggling with a particular issue? Do you need to talk through certain events in your life? Understanding the reasons why you are seeking counselling will help you to be better prepared for your session.
Next, think about what you would like to get out of counselling. Do you want to develop better coping skills or to better understand yourself? Make a list of specific goals that you want to work towards in counselling.
Finally, it can be helpful to make yourself aware of any expectations that you may have when you attend your first session. Remember that your counsellor is there to help, but it’s important to remember that counselling is a mutual relationship and you will both need to work together to achieve the best results.
This empowering opportunity, via LifeAssist, is offered at no cost to you or your family. Invest in your well-being now. There are many ways to contact us – choose what is comfortable for you. Counselling is offered online, or face-to-face.