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The Importance of Counseling

3/27/2017

 
By: Brittany M.
 
            Do people enjoy feeling frustrated, lonely, angry, confused, or sad? Most people would probably say “no.” If you have a problem, would you rather continue to have it or try to solve that problem in some way? If you’re like me, you’re thinking, “Solve it, of course.” People can think of many ways to try and solve their problems, or at least to help themselves feel better. Some ways are healthy, some not so much so. Which ways do you choose? (You don’t have to say it out loud.) Now, was counseling on the list of what you thought of? If not, why not? Many people don’t realize that counseling can be a very important piece of the healing and problem-solving process. Don’t have time? Don’t need anybody’s help? It doesn’t matter that much? Let me ask you one other thing: If we were talking about a purely physical matter, would you ignore your body’s needs, avoid a professional who could help you? Are your mind and emotions separate from you as a person or any less important than the rest of your body?

Counseling is very important for individuals and children and their caregivers, regardless of what the individual’s circumstances are. Caregivers have many kinds of responsibilities and demands placed upon them that children don’t have, which can be stressful all on its own.  

For parents/caregivers, counseling can provide:
  • Education in how to better respond to children’s struggles
  • A safe environment to express and process emotions
  • Knowledge of ways to better support the child’s siblings and/or family functioning
  • Connections to/awareness of other community resources (financial, educational, child services, etc.)
  • Support and help in making sense of experiences
 
For children, counseling can provide:
  • A safe environment to express and process emotions
  • Practice with emotional regulation skills
  • Education about safety
  • Another, sometimes easier way to communicate
  • Support and help in making sense of experiences
 
It’s important to recognize and accept that children may not always open up to their parents/caregivers about how they are feeling. Sometimes children feel too sad or worried to do so. (Yes, even though as a parent you might tell them they can talk to you about anything.) Sometimes they wish to “protect” their family by not hurting someone’s feelings or saying something “bad.” Other times, parents might not always know the best ways to respond to their children’s feelings or problem- some concerns can feel very confusing or overwhelming. This doesn’t mean that you don’t want to support your child. It doesn’t mean that your child doesn’t love you.  It just means that your child (and/or you) may need a certain kind of support or resource, which is where counseling comes into play. So, to better support your child, your family members, or even just yourself, consider counseling as a way to help take care of you-all of you- in the best ways possible.

Millie Hue link
5/4/2018 07:24:53 pm

I agree that sometimes we have to accept that children may not be vocal about what they are feeling, so we have to be open to receiving professional help such as counseling. Personally, when I was a child, I never shared anything with my parents or siblings. Today, I don't want my child to feel alone and that there's no one they could talk to. So if ever I feel like they have a problem that they don't want to share, I would consider seeking the experts' advise. Thanks!

Arya Smith link
6/8/2018 10:13:57 pm

I found it interesting when you said that sometimes we cannot give the best response to our children when things are too confusing or overwhelming. So I totally agree that, when that time comes, it is better to seek professional help to fix the problem as soon as possible. My child is already in college, and I know that she can really have difficulties during this time because they have to meet deadlines and everything. It can be pretty stressful for such young minds. So, if ever I think that she can't bear it anymore, I will be looking for a counselor to help her.

Mike Lee link
10/24/2018 08:23:30 am

When I think of counseling I like to think of Good Will Hunting and how a counselor can make a difference. Growing up, I know that I didn't open up very much about how I felt about different things so I agree with that part. I still am very closed off about how I feel unless it is with very close friends.

Sam Li link
11/8/2018 01:27:28 pm

I like what you said about counseling being very important for individuals, children, as and caregivers. Employing the services of a professional counselor is a great way to work through anxiety and other kinds of trauma. If I or someone I loved needed to see a counselor, I would be sure to work with the most reputable service I could find.

Gillian Babcock link
12/10/2018 06:56:15 pm

My sister is having a hard time at work lately and noticed that she's always anxious, so, my parents suggested trying counseling. It was explained here that counseling is very important for individuals because of the responsibilities that they have at work. Furthermore, it's recommended to go to trusted health professionals when considering counseling.

Joy Butler link
12/21/2018 03:13:16 pm

I think that is so important that people take advantage of counseling especially when you struggle with mental health. I love that you mentioned that this safe environment is so important to process emotions. I will have to see what my resources are near me.

Camille Devaux link
2/26/2019 01:52:32 pm

I have a friend that is looking to get a counseling service. It might be useful for my friend to know that she should try using this to get better communication. She would love knowing that this is a skill she can improve.

Gerty Gift link
3/7/2019 08:23:46 am

I liked how you explained how counseling can give you a safe environment to express and process emotions. I've been thinking about getting counseling for a few things that have been happening recently. It would be wonderful to have a space where I could be free to kind of let my emotions go so I can make sense of all of them.

Gillian Babcock link
5/12/2019 08:34:24 pm

My brother is having problems with his child and he thinks that she needs therapy. It was mentioned here that counseling is very important for children or even adults regardless of their situation. Furthermore, it's recommended to hire professionals when in need of child therapy.

Sam Li link
5/29/2019 12:25:32 pm

I like what you said about counseling and how it is beneficial for caregivers. Hiring a counselor is a great idea if you know someone with a mental disorder. My friend wants to find a family counselor, so I'll help him find somebody that can offer them the help they need.

Camille Devaux link
5/29/2019 12:35:16 pm

I have a friend that is thinking about getting counseling. She wants to make sure that she is able to get the right help that she needs. It might be nice for her to know that there is a way to get education on safety.

Larry Weaver link
7/12/2019 09:12:27 am

Thanks for explaining how counseling can provide a safe environment to express emotions and allow you to process these feelings as well. My sister has a bunch of bottled up emotions from her recent divorce, and I think she needs a way to find a way to let herself loose and let these emotions pour out before she gets too stressed. I'll let her know that meeting with a counselor might be good for her.

Ashley link
8/9/2019 12:10:22 pm

I liked that you said that counseling can be beneficial to relieve stress and worry from any situation for anyone since many different aspects of life bring different kinds of frustrations. I have been feeling very stressed from the pressures of school and work but I have been unable to resolve this stress on my own. I will be sure to consider going to see a counselor to receive help in feeling calmer and collected about my current situation.

Zachary Tomlinson link
3/4/2020 05:51:43 pm

Thanks for helping me understand the benefits of counseling. What you said about how children and other people are not always open to their parents is true. My brother confided in me when he told me that he was gay, but he's still having trouble affirming himself. I believe he needs LGBT affirming therapy services.

Taylor Hicken link
2/1/2021 06:21:01 pm

I do agree when you shared that counseling provides a safe environment to express your feelings and process your emotions. My wife has been complaining about having issues with her job and she is unable to cope with her workloads. I will suggest to her going for a counseling session so she can let her emotions out in a safe environment.

Kristofer Van Wagner link
2/18/2021 10:31:47 pm

I am grateful that this post shared that one of the many benefits of counseling is that we will be able to understand our children better. To top it all off, I do believe it is important for our children to learn to manage their mental health healthily. My daugher said that she has been feeling depressed as of late, and I will look into hiring a counselor for her.


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