Counselling

In this article, the third of this series, we consider aspects around three models of therapy – Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). [Read more…]

I decided to write this post – one of a series of three – partly in response to a recent query from concerned friends and relatives of someone who could really benefit from that which counselling therapy can provide and who is struggling to reconcile ‘himself’ with the possibility of the same; and also for general consumption, in an attempt to clarify the practice and to help reduce any stigma that might be attached. [Read more…]

If I need counselling, I must be in real trouble; I must have failed in some way.

If you recognize and find courage to consider counselling, whether for emotional ‘niggles’ or for something you feel is more serious, this is a success in your life. A failure might be considered if you have continued to neglect seeking to resolve a problem that leaves you feeling ‘less than’. [Read more…]

You’re out of the area when I need a listener.

I need your availability to meet mine.

I’m too busy to commit to the travel and distance – and those parking issues.

I will feel more comfortable discussing my challenges confidentially over the phone or online, at least until I feel a little better.

I like the convenience… and knowledge that we can meet later if I so wish. [Read more…]