27/11/2024
In my experience as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist, the client almost always has the solution to the problem that is troubling them. However, being able to formulate that solution and put it into practice is the real challenge.
All of us know from experience how difficult this is to do in our own heads. We need to put our proposed solution into words and hear ourselves say it aloud but how many of us can do this by ourselves?
So, maybe you can talk it through with a family member or friend. Of course, that is an excellent idea; unfortunately, there may be times when this is not practical for a number of reasons!
Maybe the family member or friend is in some way part of the problem or we would find it hard to open up to them for fear of being judged! Maybe we fear that they will βtake overβ our problem and we will lose control of the situation or that they will offer us advice that we donβt find helpful but if we ignore it, they will be offended! Maybe we fear that seeing our friend or family member everyday will act as a permanent reminder of the problem or maybe we just fear that they will not keep it confidential!
In those or other such circumstances, talking to a counsellor or psychotherapist is probably the best option. Someone who will not judge you or offer unwanted advice, who will respect your independence and guarantee confidentiality within the law, who will help you to reflect on your thoughts and feelings in the matter so you can achieve the optimum possible outcome for you and someone you never have to see again - if you donβt want to - after the counselling process is complete!
If you think that is what you are looking for then contact me, Paul Dolan, at 087 2466464 by text or by phone or email me at paul.edward.dolan@gmail.com to arrange a free initial interview where we can discuss these matters more fully and after which you can decide if you want to come to me for counselling. Fees are negotiable and can be discussed at the initial interview.
If having read this you feel that you are looking for a different type of counsellor or psychotherapist then please go to the IACP Website at www.iacp.ie and use the IACP Directory - Find an Accredited Therapist facility to research other accredited therapists near you.
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
