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The Benefits and Pitfalls of Counselling

The Benefits and Pitfalls of Counselling

Why therapy can be but isn't always helpful

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Steven Colborne
Jun 17, 2025
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In my journey through a life plagued with mental ill-heath, I’ve been very blessed to have attended counselling and psychotherapy a number of times. While my experience of therapy has largely been very positive, there are some things to be wary of for anyone considering this path of support.

Certainly, people often attend therapy because they are facing …

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