Programs: Individual Counselling
Individual counselling gives young people an opportunity to meet privately with a counsellor to talk about problems they may be having and explore possible solutions. Your counsellor will talk with you and gather some information from you and answer any questions you might have. Counselling often includes using role plays, art or drama and games. You and your counsellor will decide what works best for you.
Some issues which might lead you to call for help may include:
- bullying or teasing
- peer pressure
- the struggles that come with being a teen
- conflict with parents
- separation and divorce
- conflict with the law
- loss of a someone you love
- depression, anger, sadness
- suicidal thoughts or behavior
- poor self image
- eating disorders
- worries
- questions or concerns about drugs or alcohol
- sexuality
- behavior concerns, ADD/ADHD, impulse control problems
- relationships
Counselling sessions are usually about one hour long. For some people, a few meetings with a counsellor is all they need. Others will meet with a counsellor for several months. This will be decided between you and your counsellor. All counselling is private and confidential.