It takes a lot of courage to step towards change. It takes a huge amount of strength to decide that the status quo isn't working, or that getting worse is no longer an option. And maybe you're not feeling that strong. Maybe it's just a niggle which says, "this is too hard, maybe I should try something else..."
Counselling can seem like a scary thing to do for so many reasons. Maybe you watched a tv show or movie which made therapists seem mean or judgmental. Perhaps you don't know what to expect or you're afraid of someone just sitting there and analyzing you (that's not our approach, by the way). Maybe you just aren't sure that it's worth the time, money and energy to try counselling. Or you think it's just like talking to a friend. Maybe you are scared it will bring up too much and you won't be able to handle it. Or maybe you've had a negative experience in counselling before.
It is hard to start something new. But if you're willing to give it a try, counselling can often help.
So take a moment, notice that the fear is there, acknowledge it, and choose to take a step forward in courage...
So take a moment, notice that the fear is there, acknowledge it and choose to take a step forward in courage (even if that step is just reading more on this blog so you feel more safe reaching out).
We do a short intro call here at Renewal to answer any questions you might have about counselling and help you see if we're the right fit for you in our approach. Booking in that call isn't committing to anything other than a short conversation. So perhaps that's a good place to start.
Here are some resources which might help too:
You're worth caring for...