COUNSELLING

Counsellors support and empower their clients to address areas of emotional wellbeing through the development of a trusting interpersonal relationship. In a safe and secure environment, a counsellor can support young people to develop a stronger sense of self and identity, identify personal goals and what is required to make positive changes in their lives, and feel empowered to make choices at an age-appropriate level so they can feel heard. ​

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Counsellors can confidently address difficult thoughts and feelings using therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person-Centered Counselling, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness and Meditation. ​

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Counsellors can also address changes in mood and behaviour and develop self-regulation skills and help to Identify strategies to support healthy mental wellbeing.​

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Why might a young person see a counsellor?

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• Depression  

• Anxiety 

• Stress 

• Anger Management 

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 

• Self-Esteem  

• Positive Behaviour 

• Communication Responses 

• Coping Skills 

• Relationship Difficulties 

• Grief and loss

• Family separation

• Change