Common Myths

Counselling is one of the easiest and quickest ways to get talking to a professional in a safe environment to address your issues. It is highly confidential and in many instances equates to the same out-of-pocket amount as that of seeing a psychologist which may have wait times of months on end.

If there is a notion in your mind that isn’t part of this myth list then feel free to reach out to me to chat.

Just like it is important to take time out for your physical health and fitness and other important elements to ensure your wellbeing, mental health is crucial for a stress free and balanced life. Mostly sessions are for an hour and given its online nature they can be undertaken during your lunch hour.

Problems are inevitable in our lives and we all need some support from time to time. Counselling is a proactive way of strengthening yourself to be ready with your coping skills when things hit a rough patch.

Sure you can boost your physical immunity by getting some over the counter vitamins however, in most situations you need professional help to resolve an issue for lasting and long term effects. Talking to a trained professional who is non-judgemental, offers a safe space and maintains a deep sense of confidentiality can help in significant ways. You can always draw on your personal network for support as you continue to see a professional.

You are the expert on your own life and the first one to realise if something doesn’t feel right within. Sometimes our loved ones are unable to offer clarity despite their best intentions at heart and it is at these times that approaching a professional may help unfold some key patterns and underlying issues.

A counsellor works with you to bring clarity to your issues, help you see the situation in a different light and also empowers you to work through some strategies that best suit you to overcome your unique challenges. You are always in control of what you want to achieve out of the counselling process.

A counsellor doesn’t have to have a terminal illness to help pain manage similarly they don’t have to undergo bereavement themselves to offer effective bereavement counselling. Infact sometimes lived experiences can be triggering for them personally impacting on the effectiveness of the session. A counsellor needs to have empathy, active listening and non-judgemental attitude in addition to working with dedicated techniques to help people surmount their challenges.

Depression is not the only reason to see a counsellor. It is important to engage in self-care by proactively reaching out to professionals when there are persistent issues in areas of relationships, life changes, grief, anxiety, self-esteem, confidence or any aspects in life preventing you from being your 100%.