Person-Centred Counselling in Aberdeen

Do you feel stuck? Lost? Depressed? Anxious?

 

Any of us can experience hard times, but it can be the starting point for a new life full of happiness. Counselling can help. Counselling offers a confidential place where you can explore any issues, thoughts or feelings free from judgement. The counselling relationship offers a place to focus on just you, and what you need to move forward.

 

How do I know if I need counselling?

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If you are experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed, not enjoying things like you used to, or not feeling like your usual self, or just feeling stuck, then counselling can help. Counselling will help you make the decisions you need to make, face life's challenges, and feel your best self. Everyone can benefit from counselling, you don't have to wait for a big life change or event to start living your best life.

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What is Person-Centred Counselling?

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Person-Centred Counselling is a counselling approach that focuses on the whole of you, and your goals. Person-centred counselling, sometimes known as client-centred or Rogerian therapy, was developed by psychologist Carl Rogers in the mid-20th century. The emphasis is on the therapeutic relationship, and aims to provide a supportive, and empathetic environment for you to explore, and understand yourself better. The approach is founded on the belief that you have an innate capacity for growth, and positive change. There is no one else like you, and your goals for counselling are unique as you are. Person-Centred Counselling is about creating a change that gives you lasting results, identifies your strengths, builds your resilience, develops a toolkit of coping techniques, and does not just treat the symptoms of issues but gets to the causes.

 

How can Person-Centred Counselling help me?

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• Self-exploration: Person-centred counselling encourages you to explore your feelings, thoughts, and behaviours in a safe and supportive environment. This self-exploration can lead to increased self-awareness, and a better understanding of yourself.

• Increased self-esteem: Person-centred counselling help you feel valued, and accepted as you are. This acceptance boosts self-esteem, and self-acceptance to promote personal growth and well-being.

• Emotional expression: In sessions, you will be encouraged to express your emotions openly without fear of judgment. This emotional expression can lead to the release of unexpressed feelings, and you will have an increased ability to cope with emotions constructively.

• Empowerment:  Person-centred counselling empowers you to make your own choices, and decisions based on your unique experiences, and values. This sense of empowerment can lead to a greater sense of control over your life.

• Relationship improvement: Experiencing a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, you gain insights into your relational patterns. This awareness can positively impact your interactions with others, and lead to healthier relationships outside of therapy.

• Personal growth: I provide a nurturing environment for self-discovery, and personal understanding, and this facilitates personal growth and development.