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Addressing Misconceptions about Person-Centred Counselling
19-11-24 16:30
Person-centred therapy emphasises the inbuilt capacity for personal growth within each individual, meaning we believe that each and every person we speak to already possesses within themselves the ability to overcome their struggles, or at very least, adapt to a more comfortable way of living with them. While it's a well-established and effective type of therapy, some common myths and misconceptions persist. To start with in this post, I’ll address one address one of them…
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The Power of Words: Invalidating vs. Validating Responses in Mental Health
01-11-24 12:29
As most of us know our words have the power to deeply impact others, especially when someone is struggling with their mental health. The way we respond to someone's emotional experiences can either validate their feelings and make them feel supported, or invalidate their feelings and worsen their distress. Invalidating someone’s feelings can make them feel more critical of themselves and put them off opening up again in the future. When someone feels validated on the other hand, they feel unders...
