This presentation takes into consideration the fact the counselling is not only a therapeutic science but also an art.

1. COUNSELLING
(SCIENCE AND AN ART)

2. • Psychotherapy or Counselling is both a science and
an art. It is a science as it requires certain principles
and is based on experiments and observations. It is
pervasive in nature and include universal
acceptability. It’s a professional relationship that
focuses on personal problems.
• It is a science because it employs scientific methods
in a professional environment to help clients deal
effectively with their problems.
• It is an art because how effectively methods may
be used, the counsellor must have the knack to
handle the client well.

3. POTENTIAL BENEFITS THAT ADDS PLUS POINTS IN
COUNSELLING
• Improved communication and interpersonal skills.
• Greater self-acceptance and self-esteem.
• Ability to change self-defeating behaviors/habits.
• Better expression and management of emotions,
including anger.
• Relief from depression, anxiety or other mental
health conditions.
• Increased confidence and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage stress effectively.
• Improved problem-solving and conflict resolution
abilities.

4. • The counselling process is, in many ways,
like an educational experience. The client
not only learns more about him/himself, but
also acquires new skills. Sometimes,
counselling involves learning more about a
particular conditions( e.g., depression,
anxiety, eating disorders) by which the client
is affected, so that he/she better understand
treatment options.

5. • THANK YOU!