Counselling techniques

Liz offers a holistic and client-centred approach to counselling, drawing on a variety of well-established techniques to meet the unique needs of each individual. By blending different frameworks, Liz ensures that her clients receive a tailored and effective experience to support their mental health and wellbeing.

Person-Centred Therapy:
- prioritises the client's perspective and focuses on their strengths.
- creates a safe, empathetic and non-judgmental space, where clients can explore their feelings and experiences.
- through active listening and unconditional positive regard, Liz fosters an environment conducive to self-discovery and personal growth.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- is another cornerstone of Liz's approach:
- is evidence-based therapy that helps clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns that may contribute to anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
- by focusing on changing these thought patterns and subsequent behaviours, Liz helps clients develop healthier coping mechanisms and gain a more realistic perspective on their circumstances.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):
- encourages clients to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than avoiding or suppressing them.
- ACT promotes psychological flexibility by helping individuals align their actions with their core values, fostering a sense of purpose and resilience even in the face of challenges.

Solution-Focused Therapy:
- centres on identifying strengths and solutions, rather than focusing on problems.
- helps clients envision their desired future and uncover resources to achieve those goals.

Narrative Therapy:
- enables clients to reframe their life stories in a way that gives them more agency.
- this approach helps clients separate themselves from their problems, empowering them to rewrite their narratives and explore new possibilities for their lives.

Mindfulness-based Therapy:
- teaches clients to cultivate awareness of the present moment, this helps reduce stress, enhance emotional regulation and improves overall mental clarity.
- encourages individuals to observe their thoughts and emotions without judgment, promoting greater self-compassion and emotional resilience.

Through the integration of these diverse therapeutic methods, Liz offers a dynamic and personalised approach to counselling that empowers clients to navigate their mental health journey with greater insight and confidence. Whether dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges or life transitions, Aspire Counselling NSW provides a supportive space for growth and healing.

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Contact Liz to make an appointment in Port Macquarie or Laurieton

Phone : 0408 697 153

Email: aspirecounsellingnsw@gmail.com

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