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Counselling
Counselling allows you to express your feelings, however painful.
Many people find it helpful to explore their feelings with someone who is really listening.
It can help to talk with someone who isn't a family member or friend.
A counsellor listens, but doesn't judge you and doesn't get too involved or upset.
Counselling is confidential. No-one else hears what you say.
Sometimes counselling is available on the NHS. However, many people find their own counsellor. They pay for the service themselves.
Remember:
- Have an initial counselling session before you commit yourself.
- Make sure your counsellor is in supervision (seeing someone who checks their work).
- You may want to show your counsellor the communication guidelines.
Getting more help
Speech and language therapist
- May be able to help with communication in the counselling sessions
- Some therapists are trained counsellors
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Can give you a list of counsellors in your area and tell you what type of counselling they offer
- Can give you guidelines about choosing a counsellor
(0870) 443 5252
1 Regent Place
Rugby CV21 2PJ
Connect - the communication network
- Has counsellors with personal experience of aphasia
- Has counsellors trained to help people with aphasia
(020) 7367 0840
16-18 Marshalsea Road
London
SE1 1HL
Different Strokes
- Can give you a list of counsellors in your area
(0845) 130 7172
9 Canon Harnett Court
Wolverton Mill
Milton Keynes MK12 5NF
Your doctor
- Might refer you to a counsellor
- Some GP practices provide a free counselling service
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