| Counsellors help people to explore their feelings in a confidential and safe environment without pressure. When you're a counsellor you won't actually give advice but you will help your clients to explore their options and decide on the best way forward.
They may be suffering because of the loss of a loved one, or perhaps a relationship has broken down, or maybe they're trying to find a way to deal with life's ups and downs. Other issues might be addiction or eating disorders.
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Important aspects of the counselling work you undertake will be: To build a relationship of trust and respect with your client Agree on a 'counselling contract' which sets out what will be covered in the sessions You'll need to encourage clients to talk about the feelings that have made them look for counselling You'll need to listen carefully and ask questions to get a clear understanding of the client's situation It's very important to empathise with the client's issues, and equally important to challenge them if necessary You'll help clients to see things more clearly or from different perspectives You'll refer clients to other sources of help if it's appropriate It will be necessary for you to attend regular supervision and counselling sessions You will keep confidential records.
People come to counselling from all walks of life. Counselling is often a second or third career, and life experience is highly valued. Counselling is usually conducted in a one-to-one situation, face to face. However, you could also work with couples, families or groups of people and, instead of face to face, you could counsel people over the phone or internet. What qualifications and experience will employers look for? Introduction to Counselling Certificate in Counselling Diploma in Counselling [Only at this level can an individual work as a Counsellor]
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