Skills
Effective counselling skills involve active listening, nonverbal awareness, and empathy to build trust and understanding. Used across many professions—not just…
The 'core conditions'—empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard—are central to person-centred therapy. Though Rogers never used the term, these elements…
In counselling, questions are a powerful tool—but only when used with care. In person-centred work, questions should serve the client,…
Congruence is a cornerstone of person-centred therapy, describing the counsellor’s ability to be real, honest and present with clients. This…
Empathy means entering the client’s world, sensing their experience, and reflecting it back with care. It’s not about fixing but…
Focusing, rooted in person-centred therapy and developed further by Eugene Gendlin, invites clients to gently explore the deeper emotions beneath…
Immediacy is a powerful advanced skill in counselling. This guide explores when and how to use it effectively, the risks…
Pacing is a core therapeutic skill that helps ensure interventions match the client's readiness and emotional capacity. This article explores…
Building rapport in counselling isn’t about tricks or scripts—it’s about presence, care, and authenticity. When clients feel seen, safe, and…
Part of the ‘art of listening’ is making sure that the client knows their story is being listened to.This is…
Relational depth is a powerful connection between counsellor and client that goes beyond surface dialogue. Discover how this moment-to-moment presence…
Mick Cooper explores the concept of relational depth in therapy—what it is, how it feels, and why it matters. You'll…
Silence in counselling, though often uncomfortable at first, creates space for reflection, emotional processing, and deeper connection. Used intentionally, it…
Feeling heard matters. Summarising in counselling helps clarify emotions, track progress, and gently close or open sessions. Done well, it…
Effective counselling skills involve active listening, nonverbal awareness, and empathy to build trust and understanding. Used across many professions—not just…
Challenge in counselling invites clients to explore incongruence gently but purposefully. Done with empathy and support, it can deepen awareness…
This article explores the therapeutic relationship in counselling—often called the therapeutic alliance—as the foundation for meaningful client work. You’ll discover…
Unconditional Positive Regard (UPR), rooted in Carl Rogers’ person-centred therapy, means accepting clients without judgement. By creating a space of…