Difference between counselling and psychotherapy

Both counselling and psychotherapy can be utilised for brief or deeper work and indeed with some of the more complex issues that people bring to therapy, may be used in conjunction with each other at various times during therapy. Generally, however, couselling is of a shorter term intervention designed to manage a specific problem, situation or life change/transition. Psychotherapy is concerned with changing and restructuring the personality, the self, by examining present behaviours, thoughts and emotions and how they may link with past conditioning or conditions. The ultimate goals of psychotherapy are on developing deeper awareness, insight, growth and transformation.

Methods and Techniques used in counselling

Julie combines both traditional Western and Buddhist counselling and psychotherapeutic techniques in her work with people and attempts at all times to attune herself to the individual’s needs. She draws on client’s strengths, creativity and imagination to integrate the mental, emotional, spiritual and physical aspects of self. This holistic approach facilitates healing, inner peace and personal growth. Art, symbol, sandtray, journalling, movement, voice dialogue, and meditation are some of the methods employed by Julie in her work with people.