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Diverse reasons for counselling
People choose to attend counselling for many different reasons. Sometimes this is in response to a difficulty or problem, while other times people may want to focus on certain hopes and dreams that they have for the future and how to bring these about.
When things are getting us down, or causing us distress or confusion, having someone to talk with can be significant. Some people seek out a counsellor to talk about feelings of loss, loneliness, confusion, anger, sadness or panic.
Others are looking for way of addressing difficulties in relationships at work, with friends, lovers, parents or children.
Many people turn to counselling to assist in dealing with the effects of experiences of violence, abuse, and other forms of trauma. Some people turn to counselling when they have acted in ways which they regret and would like to find ways of coming to terms with what has occurred.
And sometimes, when there are stories that you haven’t been able to tell anywhere else, it can make a difference to have someone to share these with.
• What hopes do you have in relation to seeking counselling?
• What do these hopes say about what is important to you at this time in your life?
Read more about your options for counselling in Singapore here, or click on sessions and important notes to learn more!
“Miss Elizabeth has her clients at heart and it can be seen from the case conferences where she advocated for them. My time with Miss Elizabeth has created a positive impact on my life journey and as a person.”
some of the issues i've worked with
- Complicated grief from the loss of a significant person.
- A new or existing physical or mental condition.
- Persevering difficult emotional states: Sadness, loneliness, anxiety, etc.
- Obstacles to pursue one's goals and hopes.
- Difficulties with one's environment: school, workplace, accommodation.
- Difficulties in relationships: couples, families with adolescents, older adults, children.
- Changes in behaviours.
- Dreams and goals.
- Gendered violence
- Journey of self-discovery
- Seeking empowerment
- Expectations getting you down
- The effects of trauma and violence.