It takes courage for couples to come to counselling. Courage because this is often unchartered territory for many and they’re not certain what they’re letting themselves in for. For some the idea of discussing their private life with a stranger engenders feelings of vulnerability and embarrassment. Others however are so damn angry and desperate that … Read More
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It’s SO Embarrassing – Reflections on attending Therapy
Some clients are embarrassed and ashamed about coming to therapy. They have described their need to seek therapy variously as “weak”, “self-indulgent” or “insane”! Invariably clients come to therapy when they are in crisis or at an impasse in their lives; sometimes they feel ‘co-erced’ into coming by a parent, partner, or agency. Many are … Read More