Frequently Asked Questions

Counselling is a professional, therapeutic relationship in which a client expresses their concerns to the counsellor. The client and counsellor work together to find healthy and effective ways to overcome/deal with the presenting concerns, as well as to empower the client to take charge of their lives and effectively cope with their struggles.

Yes, you can. Counselling deals with any type of concern a person may be dealing with, which might be making them feel overwhelmed. It is also possible that you will be unable to pinpoint a specific feeling or concern that you are experiencing; in this case, you can seek the assistance of a counsellor in determining what it is.

There is no right or wrong time to seek counselling. However, if a person notices any changes in their thought and behaviour patterns that are different from the usual self, such as a. Obsessive negative thoughts. b. Difficulty concentrating or paying attention c. Change in sleeping and/or eating patterns d. Feelings of depression, sadness, distress, confusion, etc. e. Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities f. loneliness or social isolation g. A worsening of physical problems

There is no set number of sessions that can be established at the start of the counselling. It is entirely dependent on the severity of the concerns and the client's ability to cope.

The sessions last anywhere from 45 to 60 minutes.

Yes, whatever is discussed in a counselling session is strictly confidential between the counsellor and the client. However, it is important for you to understand that under certain circumstances, ethics require us to reveal information: 1. Where there is a reasonable suspicion of abuse against oneself or others. 2. Where the client poses a serious and predictable threat to the life of himself or others. 3. When ordered by a judge in a court of law.