Practical Counselling Skills: Developing relational techniques – your questions answered

Do you ever find yourself concerned about being at a loss when a client becomes emotional? Do you wonder how you'll maintain the flow of a session? Or are you unsure of how to manage those awkward silences?Unlock your potential as a competent and confident counsellor with this essential guide for students navigating the complexities of counselling skills. It is written from a humanistic perspective and offers a humanistic base from which to build your self-awareness and relational skills. Written by an experienced BACP (person-centred and pluralistic) accredited counsellor and university lecturer, this resource answers many pressing questions and concerns raised by students training within humanistic modalities. Covering all the core counselling skills from developing a client relationship, listening, asking questions, dealing with emotions to establishing boundaries, the book tackles the real-world challenges students face in their counselling journey. It provides a straightforward introduction to working relationally and collaboratively, offering insights gained from years of teaching and hands-on experience.Practical Counselling Skills is packed with practical exercises, in-session examples, and insightful tips that demystify key counselling techniques, all designed to support you in a practical way. In addition, there are links to exclusive video demonstrations, which means you're not just reading; you're actively engaging with the material and bringing your learning to life.This book is more than a guide - it's like having your own dedicated lecturer at your fingertips, providing you with the support and confidence necessary to excel in your counselling journey. It is a perfect choice for trainees embarking on their humanistic training, which prioritises client-counsellor collaboration and the strength this brings to the therapeutic relationship. It will equip you to develop and adapt your skills to what the client needs - when they need it. Read more