Counselling
has been described as the art of listening constructively.
Most counsellors do not aim to influence their clients in a particular
direction, but to help them explore the options open to them.
Counselling provides an opportunity for a client to work towards living
a more satisfying and resourceful way.
Counselling
can help a wide range of problems including:
- Trauma
- Stress
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Relationship issues
Before
a counselling session begins the counsellor should clarify with the
client:
- The basis on which counselling
is to be given
- The method
- Duration
- Fees
All that
takes place between the counsellor and client is treated with respect,
discretion and in confidence.
Many
counsellors are members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
The association aims to:
- Promote the understanding
and awareness of counselling throughout society
- Increase the availability
of trained and supervised counsellors
- Maintain and raise standards
of training and practice
- Provide support for
counsellors and those using counsellor skills
- Provide opportunities
for their continual professional development
- Respond to requests
for information and advice on matters related to counselling
- Represent counselling
at national and international levels
COUNSELLING
IN EDUCATION
Counselling
in Education is an organisation for anyone involved in any aspect of
education:
- Teachers and lecturers
- Educational support
workers
- Youth and community
workers
- Advisors, administrators
and inspectors
- Educational psychologists
