We are proud to offer a diverse and experienced team of counsellors. Whether you require the services of a psychologist or social worker, we have someone ready to help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#EDB39B” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”3px” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ max_width=”70px” module_alignment=”center” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_filterable_portfolio fullwidth=”off” posts_number=”15″ include_categories=”120,121,125,123,124,122″ show_categories=”off” show_pagination=”off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ box_shadow_style_image=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_filterable_portfolio][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”48px” header_2_line_height=”1.6em” custom_margin=”||10px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_style=”fade” header_2_font_size_tablet=”40px” header_2_font_size_phone=”” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Common Questions<\/h2>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#EDB39B” divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”3px” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ max_width=”70px” module_alignment=”center” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_background_color=”#fcf7f1″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#f4f4f4″ icon_color=”#72b5ca” _builder_version=”4.16″ toggle_line_height=”1.4em” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What will happen during sessions?” open=”on” open_toggle_background_color=”#fcf7f1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#fcf7f1″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px”]In the first session, the reasons that you have decided to come for counselling will be discussed, as well as background information and setting of some initial goals. In subsequent sessions, the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that continue to be problematic will be discussed. Ways to cope better, feel better and deal with problems more effectively over the long-term will be addressed, and your goals will continue to be reviewed and changed as needed over time.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How am I suppose to open up to a stranger ?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#fcf7f1″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” closed_toggle_font=”||||||||” open=”off”]The thought of walking into a room with someone you have never met and talking about close and personal aspects of your life, thoughts and feelings, seems like the last thing you want to do. There are some of you that this will be a lot easier to do than others.<\/p>\n
Some people actually find it easier to talk to someone who is not in their day to day life. Knowing that we are there to give you our full attention, compassion and acceptance can make it easier than talking to people you know.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I have never accessed counselling services before. How do I set up an appointment?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#fcf7f1″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” toggle_line_height=”1.4em” closed_toggle_font=”||||||||” open=”off”]Taking the first step towards counselling can be a daunting but courageous one. At Associates Counselling, we try to make that process as comfortable as possible. We do not require a referral from a doctor or outside source. Call the office to speak with our administrative team and an intake will be completed over the phone. Our team will help to direct you to who would be the most appropriate and helpful for your particular needs, and can answer any questions that may arise.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_background_color=”#fcf7f1″ closed_toggle_background_color=”#f4f4f4″ icon_color=”#72b5ca” _builder_version=”4.16″ toggle_line_height=”1.4em” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How many sessions will it take?” open=”on” open_toggle_background_color=”#fcf7f1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#fcf7f1″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px”]<\/p>\n
The amount of sessions a client may require truly depends on their personal situation, and individual needs. While some clients only need one or two sessions, research suggests that the average person may need 4 to 8 sessions in order to reach their counselling goals.<\/p>\n
It is typical during the beginning of therapy for people to come more often, once a week or every two weeks, and then progressively space their appointments out longer as time goes on. The frequency of sessions may lessen over time, and clients may only come in as needed.<\/p>\n
Whatever your counselling goals are, we are here to support you through your journey to overall better mental health.<\/p>\n
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We usually have people in our lives that are important to us for all sorts of reasons. We have friends, doctors, dentists, car mechanics, etc. in our lives who we count on for things that we need. So why does having a therapist bring up fears of dependency for so many people?<\/p>\n
One possibility is that it is terrifying to be \u2018known\u2019. What we mean is the prospect of someone seeing and experiencing those aspects of our self that we carry shame around. At the same time there may be a longing to be connected and understood. So we can end up with this internal struggle that is very ambivalent about connecting with a therapist who is trained to connect with us in a deep and meaningful way.<\/p>\n
For many of us the attachment process (our ability to connect with and feel safe with people) has been disrupted. For some this means they want to avoid any attachment as it is dangerous and unpleasant. For these folks they have disconnected from their need for attachment and are \u2018going it alone\u2019 in the world. They tend to avoid being known because they are afraid it will be used against them.<\/p>\n
Then there are folks who want to connect but don\u2019t believe they can have what they want. They have had the rug pulled out from under them too many times and expect that people will leave and not be there for them. These folks fear of loss and abandonment fuels their need to hold on to any connection. In a different way they protect themselves from being known AND attempt to control the connection.<\/p>\n
As your therapist we are interested in paying attention to you and \u2018knowing\u2019 you.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How do I know that this will work for me?” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#fcf7f1″ background_enable_color=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” closed_toggle_font=”||||||||” open=”off”]Everyone is different. However, when you feel comfortable with your therapist, and the right treatment approaches are used, there is a very good chance that you will see improvement. All of our staff have a great deal of experience helping their clients to develop trust and to feel comfortable with the process of counselling.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Latest News Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#fcf7f1″ custom_padding=”75px||75px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Latest News Area” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”48px” header_2_line_height=”1.6em” custom_margin=”||10px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_style=”fade” header_2_font_size_tablet=”40px” header_2_font_size_phone=”” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Help Resources<\/h2>\n
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