Counseling typically begins with the intake and the assessment process. Together, they provide crucial opportunities to capture information regarding the client, their needs, … See more

A typical first counseling session is likely to include questions such as “What brings you in?” and focuses on therapeutic listening, where information gathering may form a natural by-pr… See more

Counselors must be sufficiently competent to offer their services to the client. They must be qualified or undergoing supervision, trained according to the guidelines a… See more

There may be times when an individual is not aware of their need for support or requires help and does not know what to do. Other services and individuals may be called upon … See more