You’re the best judge over the course of your counselling sessions to know that it is working. But here are some common changes that clients have told us they have noticed:
- I feel less anxious / alone / sad / overwhelmed / angry / frightened / suicidal etc
- I understand and like myself more
- I know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel
- I know that what I experienced was normal and there is nothing wrong with me
- I feel happier
- I am more in control of my emotions
You may also see physical or practical changes as a result of your counselling, for example
- You sleep better
- You don’t argue with people as much
- You can show different emotions that you didn’t think possible
- You don’t self-harm any more
- You get a job
- You eat better
- You socialise more with friends