How would counselling help me?

Counselling is a professional relationship that empowers you.

We work with you in a person-centred, non-directive way. This means that we focus on what your needs are, and work with your perspective of the world.

What do we mean by this?

Our counsellors work in a non-directive way within our talking therapy sessions that puts you in the driver’s seat.

We act as a compassionate listener, offering no judgments and acknowledging your experience without moving the conversation in a particular way.

We follow where you lead, helping you gain a fresh perspective on your life, relationships, and mental health.

The underlying premise is that YOU have an inherent capacity for understanding your issues and finding the right solutions for yourself.

You are the expert in your world.

Our role is to create a conducive environment of empathy, and authenticity where self-exploration and self-understanding can occur much more easily.

We give you a safe place to be who you need to be to heal.

How does this approach to counselling help?

We empower our clients to explore their feelings, beliefs, behaviours, and worldview.

By doing so, you can identify areas you would like to change and set your own personal goals in collaboration with us.

Here are some of the reasons this approach might help you:

1. You have autonomy: It respects and promotes your own view of your world. You ARE the expert. This encourages you to make your own decisions and choices. Through working with us, it is the aim for you to learn to trust yourself, enhancing self-confidence and self-esteem.
   
2. Non-Judgmental Approach: Our counselling provides a safe, non-threatening, and non-judgmental environment for you to explore yourself and your relationships. This allows you to openly express feelings without fear of judgment or rejection.
   
3. Enhances Your Own Self Awareness: Through our sessions, you gain a better understanding of yourself and your feelings. This self-awareness is the first step towards positive change and your own personal growth.
   
4. Improves Communication Skills: As you express yourself within our sessions, you may find this helps develop your communication skills. This can improve your relationships and interactions with the important people in your life.
   
5. Copes with Life Changes: Our approach helps you to cope with significant life changes, such as bereavement, divorce, or illness. It provides you with the emotional support you might need through challenging times.
   

Would it work for me?

Absolutely. Because our counselling is client-focused, it is adaptable to the individual needs and pace of each client. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem problems, or any other mental health concerns, this approach can be very beneficial.

In conclusion, our counselling is not just about solving problems; it’s about growing as a person and living a more fulfilling, empowering life.

It enables individuals to take control of their lives, promoting self-awareness, personal growth, and well-being.