Accidental Counsellor

Do you find people often open up to you and ask for advice when they are going through a distressing situation? 

Mindful Margaret River is hosting an accredited workshop for residents next month to help guide difficult conversations at home, school and in the workplace. 

The workshop will provide you with the knowledge and skills to support people, without feeling you have to advise, problem solve or take responsibility for others. Being the person that someone leans on when life is challenging can lead to burnout. If you would like to learn strategies to assist in these circumstances, then this course could be beneficial for you. 

This workshop will assist you to gain knowledge and skills to help your co-worker, client, friend or family member, while also taking care of yourself.

You will learn:

• what an ‘accidental’ counsellor is
• the differences between supporting, helping and rescuing
• the desirable traits and skills of an accidental counsellor
• the significance of self-awareness, emotions, personal perception filters and empathy
• the importance of self-care
• how to actively listen.

With an experienced facilitator you will receive support and learn strategies needed to be a more effective and compassionate source of support while taking care of your own wellbeing.

This course will help improve your life by allowing you to:

• enhance your problem-solving skills
• boost your confidence and empathy
• improve your ability to communicate clearly and set boundaries
• reduce your worry and stress

This course is normally $120 per person however Mindful Margaret River will subsidise this course for our community members for only $10 per person. Space is limited, register today.

Brought to you by the Concrete Club, Shire of Augusta Margaret River and Mindful Margaret River.

For more information and to buy tickets, click here.