How can counselling help me?
There are many forms of therapy available to us and counselling is one of them. Known as a talking therapy, counselling is becoming more popular and available to everyone. People seek counselling for many reasons. It might be a time of crisis, of personal loss, or social change. Sometimes people feel a need for support when they are making an important decision and counselling can help to clarify options that might be available to the individual.
For some, the opportunity to talk to another person in a confidential and non-judgemental setting is extremely healing. When it’s time to share a problem, friends and family members with the best intentions can have a vested interest. Counsellors are professional people with an objective viewpoint. They will remain non judgemental, and respect your choices and decisions. It is now quite natural to use the services of a counsellor, just as it is to see a doctor or dentist and just like those professions, it is confidential.
Counselling can help with the following situations
Depression Loss and Bereavement Loneliness Low Self Esteem Alcohol/Drug Addiction Sex Addiction Sexuality and Gender Issues Compulsive Behaviour Relationship Difficulties Anxiety, Stress and Fear Loss of Life's Meaning Terminal Illness HIV / Aids Career Changes