Individual counselling is performed by a social worker (experienced in clinical work) and addresses issues specific to the individual. It involves one-on-one sessions in a safe, caring and confidential environment.

The number of sessions is specified as part of the client’s need profile or may be mandated by a court order, should this be relevant.
During sessions the client (with facilitation by the social worker)

• Explores challenges and personal problems
• Identifies solutions that will facilitate positive, lasting change
• Explores, analyses and understand their feelings, beliefs, and behaviours
• Changes patterns of thinking
• Learns new skills
• Changes behaviours
• Shift the way they feel and express emotions

Individual counselling equips clients to:

• Identify those aspects of their lives that they would like to change. have a better understanding of themselves and others
• Develop good insight into their concerns, challenges and personal problems
• Set achievable goals
• Develop and implement strategies to accomplish desired change for a healthier, happier life