What is counselling?
Counselling is a confidential relationship which is built up between 2 or more people, one of which is the counsellor. It is a relationship that recognises that the client brings to the counselling sessions; knowledge, understanding, experience, and expertise.
Within the sessions I will endeavour to create a safe space to listen and see the issue clearly, to understand what it is like for the client, to clarify where the client would like to be, and to explore possible solutions together.
I am able to support parents and carers/guardians in their parenting by helping the parents/carers understand the motivation behind a child’s behaviour.
At Family Life Counselling, I offer a gentle person-centered, and age appropriate session.
Why come to Counselling?
Adults generally come to counselling when something isn’t feeling right, and is affecting their general health and well-being. Children are often brought to counselling by a care giver who is concerned about their well being or they feel they need assistance in some way.
Depression, Anxiety, Distress, Loss, Confusion, Anger, Fear, Rejection, Hurt and Trauma can all get in the way of living.
It is OK to ask for help, and often it is very helpful to speak to someone new – counselling and psychotherapy is indeed effective and available.
Follow ups
Appointments might initially be weekly or fortnightly then become less frequent as you make progress. The duration of appointments will depend on your presenting problem. Some people continue their counselling over years, while others may leave and return if they have a setback.