Counselling Facts
What is Counselling?
Counselling is about offering support and guidance, helping individuals explore their thoughts and feelings to find their own solutions. It is not about providing advice or making diagnoses. Instead It is a process of empowering clients by transferring skills and tools for better well-being. Counselling offers a unique space where you have the freedom to discuss what truly matters to you.
DID YOU KNOW?
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- 1 in 4 people will have a mental health issue of some kind
- 1 in 5 people will have suicidal thoughts
- 15.4 million working days are lost to stress, depression & anxiety (2017/18)
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How popular is Counselling?
We know counselling changes lives. Mental Health has become a natural part of the national conversation, making it easier for people to seek help without embarrassment or shame. According to BACP the 2024 public survey, three-quarters of people believe counselling can make individuals happier, and two- thirds agree that counselling is a better option than taking medication. Nearly one in nine people think it is important that counselling is accessible to those who need it.​​​​​​​​​​​
The benefits of counselling.
People seek counselling because they want to feel better and overcome distress. Life can sometimes bring challenging moments, and you may feel the need for someone who can truly listen. During these times, seeking support is a natural and essential step towards healing. Counselling offers a range of benefits, including relief from depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health conditions. It supports better management of emotions, enhancing self-acceptance, and boosts self-esteem. Counselling also fosters increased confidence, improve decision making skills, strengthens communication and interpersonal abilities. It helps develop effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution strategies, leading to a greater sense of self and purpose.