Person-Centred

Person-centred counselling is one of the humanistic modalities or approaches. It was founded in the 1940s by the American psychologist Carl Rogers who believed that, given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self, which he termed ‘self-actualisation’. This actualisation process is innate and accessible to everyone.

To help you achieve self-actualisation, the person-centred therapist will offer:

• unconditional positive regard (UPR) – accepting and valuing you

• congruence - being honest and transparent in how they experience you and your world

• empathic understanding – seeing your viewpoint as if they were you

When you’re attending counselling sessions with a person-centred counsellor, you’ll be encouraged to bring your own issues to the session – the counselling is led by you and not directed by the counsellor.

Many clients, with no prior knowledge of counselling, believe that the counsellor will sort their problems out for them. A person-centred counsellor will help you to explore your own issues, feelings, beliefs, behaviour, and worldview, so you can become more self-aware and achieve greater independence.

Integrative

Integrative counselling is a combined approach to psychotherapy that brings together different elements of specific therapies.

Integrative therapists take the view that there is no single approach that can treat each client in all situations. Rather, each person needs to be considered as a whole and counselling techniques must be tailored to their individual needs and personal circumstances.

Humanistic

The humanistic approaches are based on the belief that we all naturally gravitate towards goodness. While of course, difficult life experiences may temporarily block our ability to reach our potential, with the right support, we all have the ability to achieve our goals.

A humanistic therapist will work to create a safe, supportive space where clients will be able to explore themselves and their potential, ultimately working towards developing their own personal growth - mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

The humanistic approach emphasizes the personal worth of the individual, the centrality of human values, and the creative, active nature of human beings.

Creative

Creative arts therapies are based on the premise that when someone works creatively under the guidance of a qualified therapist, they become more expressive and communicative. This raises their awareness of issues and brings impetus for change.  The creative work can involve therapy cards, music, art, movement, and other creative activities. 

What is Coaching?

A coach provides counselling and support to clients facing personal or professional challenges, helping them achieve their desired objectives. Coaches offer guidance in various aspects of individuals' lives, recognizing that everyone has unique goals. They commonly assist clients in personal and career-related matters, such as personal growth, work, relationships, health, divorce, grief, and financial well-being. At crucial junctures in life, whether triggered by a quarter-life crisis, existential pondering, significant career shifts, commitments, or fresh starts, a coach can offer valuable assistance. 

Coaching vs Therapy

Coaching and therapy are not the same. They share similarities as both aim to enhance well-being, yet there are clear distinctions. Coaching concentrates on personal and professional growth, guiding clients to develop and implement effective strategies.

Coaching

• Coaching is focused on personal growth and professional development

• Coaching focuses on achieving goals, behaviour changes, shifting perspectives, and overall self-improvement

• Coaches focus on sustainable, behaviour changes rooted in positive psychology

Therapy

• Therapists are trained mental health professionals

• Therapists have education and requirements to practice with clients

• Therapists help you to understand your psychological patterns to change behaviour

• Therapists can improve your mental health and emotional well-being through various techniques and therapy styles, like CBT, EMDR, and more

7 Benefits of Coaching

If you’re thinking about coaching, here are seven benefits to keep in mind:

• Better self-confidence

• A growth mindset

• Improved self-awareness.

• Improved relationships and communication skills.

• Better clarity and purpose.

• Improved overall well-being.

• Lower stress levels (and better resiliency).

Types of coaching

There are lots of different types of coaching. 

• Individual coaching

• Mental fitness coaching

• Grief coaching (coping with and navigating grief)

• Success coaching

• Communication coaching

• Intuitive or spiritual coaching

• Relationship coaching