There are many different counselling theories, or “Approaches”. I originally trained as a “Person-Centred” Counsellor. It is also sometimes known as “Client-Centred”, “Humanistic” or “Rogerian”

This approach was based on the work of Dr. Carl Rogers, an eminent Psychologist 1902-1987. Rogers’ theories and way of working had a worldwide effect on Counselling, Teaching, Management, Child-care, Patient- care and Conflict-Resolution.

The Person Centred Approach is considered to be safe, successful, and is a well known and respected method of counselling.

Great emphasis is placed on the relationship formed between the counsellor and client, and the counsellor works only with what YOU choose to disclose and at your pace. Rogers believed it is the client who is the best expert about themselves, and that if the counsellor creates the right conditions the client is enabled to find their own solutions, or come to terms with their problem.

The objective is for the client to develop their inner resources, and to see themselves as a person with the power and freedom to change.

Individuality, and cultural, social, religious, or spiritual beliefs and values are always respected and honoured.

Since gaining my original Diploma I have continued taking other courses and qualifications, and may sometimes integrate other ways of working if I feel these will benefit the client. My theoretical approach is
therefore known as “Eclectic”.