7 reasons why counselling can help

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Sometimes life may seem overwhelming, confusing, and challenging.
It can leave you wondering: Why me? Why now?
It may feel like a lot might be going on in different areas of your life at the same time, or a tragedy may have struck, or a traumatic incident could have taken place.
 
These could bring up a lot of emotions like shock, anger, and sadness. You may feel that you do not know how to cope with it all, or whom you can turn to for help.
 
You may have supportive family, friends, and colleagues. A lot of work places even run a wellbeing scheme, which you may be able to take advantage of.
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However, for some of us, it does not help to talk to friends and family because feeling embarrassed or ashamed about not being “strong” enough, or capable of handling the situation. Sometimes we may feel that no one listens to or can understand us.
 
Here are 7 reasons why counselling can help:

1. They are independent, trained, and qualified professionals.
2. They are there to help you by being neutral and non-judgmental.
3. They are there to listen to you, to understand you and to provide you a confidential and safe space to talk about issues that have been bothering you.
4. They can help you to find clarity, and see things from a different perspective.
5. They can help you to find coping strategies to deal with your situation.
6. They would help you to know and understand yourself better.
7. They would help you to rebuild your confidence and self-esteem.

 
There can be a lot of stigma around counselling. Some people feel they have to be “crazy”, weak or have something wrong with them in order to seek counselling. However, talking to a counsellor does not mean you are going crazy or you lack strength.
 
In fact, it takes a MASSIVE courage to seek out help. If reading this has helped you to recognise that you need help, then do not wait. Here’s a link to my previous blog about The Top 3 Things to consider when choosing a therapist.
 
http://www.clearskytherapy.co.uk/articles/the-top-3-things-to-consider-when-choosing-a-therapist
 
If you feel I can help you, please be in touch by sending a message via my contact page.