Psychological

and Emotional
Development
Counseling
Counseling is defined as an advice
and support that is given to
people to help them deal with
problems, make important
decisions, etc. (Merriam-Webster
Dictionary, Simple Definition,
2016).
Characteristics of
Counseling
Empathy is your ability to perceive the
clients feelings and demonstrate accurate
perception of clients
Warmth is your unconditional positive
regard with the client.
Respect and Empowerment is your belief
to the values and integrity of the client.
Genuineness/Congruence is your being
honest in dealing with the client
Confidentiality is the concept that the
discussion between you and the client is
absolutely confidential
Pattern of Counseling
Introduction
Information Gathering
Discussion
Coping Strategies
Sublimation
Problem-Solving
Compensation
Compartmentalization
Coping Strategies
Displacement
Projection
Repression
Denial
Violence/Aggression
Withdrawal
Rationalization
Six Steps we can teach our
clients to develop Positive
I. Tell yourself youcanchange.
Attitude
II. Go someplace else.
III.Refuel and re-energize.
IV.Identify both the
positiveandthe negative.
V. Talk to the right people for
support.
VI.Channel your stress.
Thank You