What is Counselling?

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Quote from the Department of Health booklet “Choosing Talking Therapies?”

"Counselling helps you to look at problems you are facing now. It may focus on a specific problem like bereavement or post-natal depression or on a decision, crisis or conflict. You are encouraged to talk about the feelings you have about yourself and your situation, and the counsellor helps you find ways to tackle them."

Department of Health “Choosing Talking Therapies?” Page 8. -LP3/051 20797 1P NRD 10k (SW1)

Quote from the Department of Health booklet “Choosing Talking Therapies?”

“Talking therapies involve talk and listening. Most of us want somebody to talk to, who listens and accepts us, especially when we are going through a bad time. Sometimes it is easier to talk to a stranger than to relatives or friends. Some therapists will aim to find the root cause of your problem and help you deal with this, some will help you change your behaviour or negative thoughts, while others simply aim to support you. Therapists are trained to listen attentively and to help you find your own answers, without judging you."

Department of Health “Choosing Talking Therapies?” page 1. -LP3/051 20797 1P NRD 10k (SW1)