I think it depends very much
on what your counsellor is like. I had one who was a bit "meh", but then I found one who I instantly clicked with and talking to her actually changed my life dramatically. She was astute, professional (and funny too), and she didn't just sit there listening to me talk about my problems - she took a very active part in getting me to see things differently and realising I could change whatever I wanted to.
Some of the things she said to me (years ago) I find myself repeating to other people - they've become part of who I am.

So don't be afraid to find another one if the first one doesn't click. You have to trust them and have a rapport.
( warmfuzzies Isn't here, Sat 23 May 2009, 11:01, Reply)