First counselling session: what actually happens?
Your first counselling session can bring lots of questions. What will you talk about? Do you have to share difficult things straight away? What if you cry? This guide explains what you can expect, how a session may be structured, and what might happen during and after that first meeting
Therapy models: what do all those letters actually mean?
CBT, DBT, EMDR, TA, Gestalt, Person-Centred… counselling can come with a lot of labels. This guide gives a plain-English overview of some common therapy models, what they aim to do and what they might mean for you in the counselling room.
If anyone can call themselves a counsellor: what should you look for?
Counselling is not statutorily regulated in the UK, so how can you check who you are working with? This practical guide explains professional registration, supervision, ethical standards, directories and what to look for when choosing a counsellor, with direct links to the BACP and NCPS registers.