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How might counselling help you?

Why do people seek counselling?

People usually seek counselling when their usual coping mechanisms are failing. They might be struggling with feelings of anxiety, fear, anger, confusion or hopelessness, or they might find themselves in a dilemma. They might also be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, or attempting to come to terms with their past. It can take people some time to be ready to make the decision to seek support.

How does counselling work?

Counselling works on many different levels. It can be helpful to talk through your situation and express your feelings to a non-judgemental, objective listener. It can help to explore your difficulties with someone who will notice patterns or links and to make sense of your story. It can also be helpful to look at the relationship that develops between you and your counsellor, as this is likely to mirror the relationships you form with others. 

Working with a counsellor can be very rewarding as you discover hidden strengths and truths about yourself. It is also often a time of change and reorientation. The process requires commitment, as it can be uncomfortable at times as you re-experience difficult situations or re-discover difficult thoughts or feelings.

What is the difference between counselling and psychotherapy?

Some therapists feel that there is no difference between counselling and psychotherapy. Others feel that counsellors are more likely to work in a more practical way for a shorter term with less 'severe' psychological difficulties. Psychotherapists may have longer structured training, may be more likely to work with a medical model, and may be more likely to do longer term work. Different counsellors and psychotherapists work in very different ways, and the most important thing is to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. I am currently working towards accreditation as a psychotherapist in addition to my current accreditation as a counsellor.  

What is my approach?

I work from an integrative perspective, and am influenced by person-centred, existential and psychodynamic thinking. The person-centred approach highlights the self-healing capacity within us all, and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. An existential approach is concerned with searching for ways to live a more meaningful life within the constraints of being human. For brief explanations of the different kinds of counselling available, clickhere. 

Fiona Hall ~ email ~ 07900 605055 ~ Great Malvern