Why See A Counsellor
Why See a Counsellor?
Why See a Counsellor?
Have you ever wondered why some people see a counselor? Well, the answer is easy; counsellors are trained professionals who are dedicated in helping you when anything gets in the way of your happiness or your success in life. Some people see a counsellor just once about an issue. Others may have regular appointments over a period of time. People also see counsellors for many reasons. For some, it is academic reasons such as making decisions about courses, learning better study skills or just talking about how to make plans for the future. For others, talking with a counsellor helps with personal and social issues including dealing with emotional, social and mental health concerns, and on this note, if you are a human being than you too have a mental health to take care of . . .each one of us does!
Some of the more common reasons YCMHS students seek a counsellor are:
Trauma support
Feeling sad or angry
Feeling confused or stressed
Finding appropriate support for Mental Health issues such as ,depression, anxiety, self harm, eating disorders etc.
Relationships issues
Problems at home
Concerns of possible pregnancy/birth control education
Safer sex information
Sexuality/gender identity questions
Dating violence
Drinking too much
Concern about drug use
Help to quit smoking
Healthy eating/nutrition
To get involved with community
Needing to talk
Connecting to outside agencies/service providers
Create resume's and job search information
Locating known tutors
Academic and Career exploration