A counsel of perfection is only attainable with a good counsellor. This statement rings true when it comes to the topic of discussion at hand today. Essentially, what is counselling?

 

Counselling is the process that occurs when a client and counsellor set aside time to explore difficulties which may include the stressful or emotional feelings of the client. There are a number of skills that are required by counsellors. Perhaps, the most critical is good communication skills.

 

Having good communication skills are of the highest importance to counsellors, as much as they are to the average human being. Building and maintaining a rapport with the client is crucial when actively listening to them, but not delving into emotional involvement.

 

While some confuse counselling with giving advice, attempting to sort out problems of the client, or being judgemental, it is, in fact, the contrary. Counselling is a helping approach, that highlights the intellectual and emotional experience and capabilities of the client, what are their perspectives on the problem they sought out help for and how they feel about it.

 

It is a ‘humanistic’ approach which many counsellors are trained in, highlights the personal worth of an individual, the equilibrium of values, as well as the original, progressive nature of humans. Helping the client set goals would be a fundamental token when proceeding into a counselling session.

 

The following are the types of counselling that Dr. Moons Academy offers: Marriage and Family Counselling, Educational Counselling, Rehabilitation Counselling, Mental Health Counselling, Substance Abuse Counselling.

 

In order to achieve successful counselling, it is vital to remember that the client will need to have the willingness to change and step out of their comfort zone. While it is said that motivation is the first step toward success, it is also right to believe that having faith is the most decisive. It’s all a leap of faith. If one holds their belief onto something, it would become a key leap into success.

 

In the end, it is the empathy and genuineness of the counsellor that is brought into the limelight. Being consistent and congruent throughout helps in building a strong relationship, something we all should adapt in order to thrive.