Ever wondered what sets better counsellors apart from run-of-the-mills ones? It’s not just about fancy degrees or years of experience (although those certainly help!). It’s about the daily habits and…

If you think that clients expect you to be the consummate practitioner, who has to know it all, you will get in your own way at an unsustainable level! I…

In my many discussions with new and seasoned counsellors, there is nearly always a point where the counsellor remarks “I’m not even sure if I’m good enough at this”. Some…

Previously, I wrote about the tricky topic of client referrals: how do you ethically thank a client for a referral without breaking client confidentiality. The opinions on this are somewhat…

Your client refers a friend to your counselling practice. The friend actually rings you, tells you that ‘your client’ thought it would be a good idea to speak with you,…