What is Counselling?
- Counselling is when someone talks to a trained person
- It helps people understand their thoughts and feelings
- It gives people a safe place to talk
What Counsellors Do
- Listen carefully
- Ask questions
- Help people think about their problems
- Help people find ways to cope
- Support emotional wellbeing
Common Counselling Approach
A common method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps people:
- Understand thoughts
- Understand feelings
- Change unhelpful thinking
- Learn coping strategies
Important Difference
- Counsellors help people talk and cope
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They do NOT:
- Give medication
- Diagnose serious conditions
- Provide medical treatment
When Counselling is Used
Counselling can help with:
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Low mood
- Relationship problems
- Life changes
When to Refer to a Professional
- If someone is very unwell
- If there is risk of harm
- If specialist treatment is needed
👉 Counsellors must know their limits
🌟 Simple Summary (Easy Read)
- Mental health is important for everyone
- There are many different mental health conditions
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You can support someone by:
- Listening
- Being kind
- Staying calm
- Counselling helps people talk and cope
- Therapy and treatment are for trained professionals
- You should NOT give medication or diagnose
👉 Always:
- Know your role
- Stay within your training
- Ask for help when needed
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