How A Counsellor In Vancouver BC Can Help People Cope With Pressure

By Alyce Powell


Modern life places a lot of pressure on people and there is a constant demand to produce, to be productive and to be successful. People burn out and become unable to cope with the unreasonable pressure. In many cases people start to think that they have no purpose in life or they become disillusioned with modern society. A counsellor in Vancouver BC may help such people regain perspective.

Therapists often help people to overcome temporary setbacks. In such cases the patient often experienced a major trauma and he struggles to cope with the consequences of that trauma. It may have been the death of a partner or child, the loss of a job or anything that temporarily derails the individual concerned. In such cases the job of the therapist is to help the sufferer to face the issue and to learn how to deal with the aftermath of the trauma.

However, many other patients suffer from disorders that require them to see a therapist for long periods. Some suffer from depression and other personality disorders and need to receive medication as well. Others simply feel that they cannot cope without regular sessions with their therapists. The role of the therapist is mainly that of a facilitator. They encourage their patients to seek solutions for their own problems and they support them emotionally.

In many cases, therapists have to conduct group sessions. Groups consist of a number of people that experience similar problems and in some cases the group is a family that has to work through some trauma together. Group therapy can be difficult because the therapist needs to stay in control of the general flow of discussions. Abuse must be nipped in the bud and an effort must be made to involve all the members of the group.

A relative new tendency is for therapists to referee divorce agreements. Legal costs are prohibitive and judges are often more than willing to accept divorce agreements that have been made prior to the case. Some therapists are specially licensed to help couples reach amicable agreements on matters such as joint financial affairs, child support, custody issues and all the many other issues that are part and parcel of a divorce.

It is sad when people think that they are showing weak characters when they seek personal help. This is most certainly not the case. There is no difference between medical and emotional problems when it comes to the necessity of consulting a professional. Therapists can help people get their lives back on track and to focus on those aspects that should be important.

It is important to look for a therapist that is experienced in dealing with people with problems similar to those experienced. Patients should not be embarrassed to ask for references and proof of qualifications. If the patient feels uncomfortable with the therapist after a few sessions, it may be better to find somebody else.

When it becomes difficult to cope with day to day life it may be time to get help from a counsellor in Vancouver BC. Therapists can be instrumental in helping people to identify their own problems and to find solutions. They are invaluable in overcoming major trauma and to get on with life.




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