Counselling is a short-term form of talk therapy; it focuses on helping you to find solutions to current issues. You might use it to develop strategies, actions, and behaviours that can make daily life more manageable and enjoyable.

Counselling provides a safe and confidential space for you to talk to a trained professional about your issues and concerns. Your therapist or counsellor will help you to explore your thoughts, feeling, and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others.

A counsellor will not give you their opinions or advice or prescribe medication. They will help you find your own solutions – whether that’s making effective changes in your life or finding ways to cope with your problems.

During a session your therapist may take you through specific exercises designed to help with your problem or you might have more general discussions about how you’re feeling.

You’ll get the best results from your counselling if you’re open and honest with your counsellor and say how you’re really feeling.