“Counseling is Advising“
A big NO! Counseling is NOT advising.
Many times, we come across a situation where there are confusion and less clarity to take a decision. In such a situation if there is someone who can understand the scenario as an observer and reflect it like a mirror is what counseling means.
“Counseling is providing a solution“
NO! Not at all.
If counseling can provide a solution to anyone there may not be misery or problem for the entire human race. This is not a solution provider. This will help a person to do introspection where s/he might explore more about the situation to deal with it.
“Counseling is only for mentally ill patients“
WRONG! You got it.
Everybody might be undergoing some ups and downs in their life. It can be due to various reasons. A clear understanding of their “self “is required for handling the situation. Thus, counseling helps each and every person to understand the self. Counseling will help to prevent mental illness such as depression, psychosomatic pain, suicidal thoughts, withdrawal nature, etc.
Counseling is not for “ME”
NAY! IT’S For ANYONE!
Whenever there is an issue everybody wants to escape or run away from the situation. The others are blamed for what is happening. The fingers point towards someone else. Rather than avoiding the issue counseling will help to avoid a lot of friction, tension and helps to achieve peace of mind,
Counseling would make ME to think ”I am not capable”
NO WAY!
Light is required to invade darkness. When we are in dark a flashlight is a blessing. Similarly, it is not the question of capability or inefficiency. Emotion vents out as well as the right step is available in a counseling session.
“Counseling will be revealed“
NOT with a RIGHT Counselor!
According to the Ethics of Professional counseling confidentiality of the client will be maintained at each and every stage from everyone. Choose the right counselor with adequate privacy.