 About Counselling
Our counsellors volunteer their services and come from a wide range of cultures
and experiences. They have a Masters degree (or equivalent) in Counselling Psychology,
Social work or related disciplines and subscribe to the Code of Ethics published
by the Canadian Counselling Association.
Counselling approaches
The approach to counselling that Oak Counselling Society counsellors use will vary
with their training and experience. You can be assured that you will meet a counsellor
who
- is supportive and empathetic
- will help you clarify your thinking and your feelings
- work with you to evaluate what is an effective plan for you
- will allow you to achieve the kind of control and happiness in
your life that you are looking for.
Preparing for counselling
To get the most out of counselling you should try to be as clear as you can about
what you want to get from the counselling process. Try to clearly state what it
is that you want.
For example: I want to improve my relationship with… or: I do not want to feel anxious
or depressed or angry etc. Make sure your counsellor understands why you have come
for counselling.
Remember that the counselling process is a two way process and you have to be willing
to do your share of the work. Starting and stopping counselling is your decision.
If you are not satisfied with your progress discuss it with your counsellor and
come to an agreement about what to do.
It is also very helpful and productive to prepare for a counselling session. Remind
yourself of questions you want answered. It is perfectly alright to make some notes
during a session in order to remind yourself about things that are important to
you.
Except in the case of legal obligations the counsellor client relationship is confidential.
You can be assured that our counsellors have only your best interest in mind.
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