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About Counselling
Counselling is...
- a special way of talking over the difficulties we face.
- a relationship in which we can explore these difficulties, work out how you want to change your life and put the changes in place.
- confidential and it is free.
- aimed to help you reach solutions to some problems or difficulties that you might be going through.
Types of Counselling/Services Personal Counselling - Eg Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Bullying, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Friendships, Grief.
Addictions - Outside Services are often used for issues like smoking, drugs and alcohol and other addictions.
Sexual Health and Related Issues - A counsellor may be a good starting point.
What happens in Counselling?In counselling you are helped to explore you difficulties and concerns, and to develop more satisfying and resourceful ways of living.
Counselling may at times make you feel temporarily uncomfortable, miserable or angry. However, overall it should feel safe and caring. You should also have a sense of progress over time.
A Counsellor can help you to...
- explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviour
- become more aware of yourself your values and what motivates you
- plan and set goals
- improve your relationships
- reduce your stress
- develop your sense of well being
- do things differently
A Counsellor may...
- see you on your own or with support people
- give you information
- discuss with you who you could talk to about your difficulties
- act on your behalf with your consent
- refer you to someone more appropriate
A Counsellor is expected to...
- be trustworthy
- respect your confidentiality
- listen to you carefully and sensitively
- help you sort out how you would like things to be different
- support you in making the changes you choose to make
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| 2 | How to Request an Appointment with the Counsellor
- EITHER Complete the Online Form Below (you need to be logged into MyColl)
 Online Counsellor Appointment Request Form file-
OR Visit the Counsellor's office at Room B6 (located under Firth Hall - See Room Guide) where you can either:
Fill out and leave an appointment form (located in the waiting room and leave it in the appointment box)
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Knock on the door if the counsellor is available
OR Phone 802 2548 anytime and leave a message
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School Chaplain
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The School Chaplain...
- supports the students and staff, and adds to the resources available in the school
- cares for the students and staff - taking an interest in what they do and being prepared to walk the journey with them
- presents an opportunity where staff can be themselves in a non-judgmental environment
- is part of the non-teaching staff in the school
The School Chaplain has 3 Main Roles:
1. A Pastoral Role
The pastoral role involves discussing personal issues with individuals and in group settings as well as providing support during a crisis: A Chaplain does this by:
- supporting the school in its aim to be a safe and caring environment
- responding to requests for help and discussing personal concerns with individual students, families and staff
- offering support with regard to critical situations, grief, loss and family breakdown
- providing support to staff in their relationships with students and families
- providing opportunities for families to support each other
2. A Referral Role The referral role involves networking with the community...
- providing a link to other agencies and groups in the broader community
- consulting with the student counsellor and other staff while maintaining confidentiality
3. A Resource Role
The resource role provides a reference point for those wishing to explore social or spiritual issues...
- providing a reference point for addressing social, religious and spiritual issues
- providing access to resources in broader community, which are relevant to school programmes
- helping to integrate new students into the school
- being available to give input when needed, e.g. in the areas of values, grief, loss and relationships etc
- being available to help in extra-curricular activities
- supporting groups such as The Peer Support Programme
School Chaplaincy Hours at School
EITHER Visit on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays in the Chaplain's Office next to Room P1 (see Room Guide)
OR make an appointment by email l.pau@wellington-college.school.nz or by phone 802 7695
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