How to Find a Counsellor: 15 Questions to Ask a Therapist, Counsellor or Psychologist Before Choosing
Questions to ask a Counsellor, Therapist, or Psychologist in Olds, Alberta or Online Counsellor Before Starting Counselling
Considering counselling is a big step toward feeling better. As you make this first step towards engaging in counselling to improve your quality of life and relationships, you need to find the counsellor who is the right fit for you.
There are wonderful social workers, psychologists, therapists and counsellors in Olds, Alberta. There is an even greater selection of online counsellors across Alberta available to you. It can be hard to know who to choose. For tips on what to consider in finding great counsellor candidates, this article might support you in your search.
As you browse through the websites of counsellors, you might find a few who really speaks to you. They all mention reaching out for a consultation and this is a great way to see if you are a good fit to work together. Yet you start to wonder, what will talk about, what is good to ask or know?
Reflect on questions ahead of time that you could ask a counsellor during the consultation based on your specific needs, and circumstances you. The following are fifteen questions I would share with a family member or friend to prepare for a consultation with a counsellor and hope it might support you.
Questions to Ask a Counsellor,Therapist, or Psychologist in Olds, Alberta or An Online Counsellor to Discover if they are the right counsellor for you
How long have you been practicing?
What licenses, certificates and specialized training do you have?
Which professional organizations do you belong to?
How often do you receive supervision and consultation?
How much do you charge for sessions? Are you covered under my insurance plan?
What availability do you currently have (mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends)?
How often do you like to meet with clients? How are sessions booked?
What do sessions look like with you? How long are sessions?
How often do you anticipate working together?
Do you have experience working with people with the concerns I would like to address in therapy?
If you are seeking counselling in Olds, Alberta you might ask:
11. Where is your office located?
12. Is the office accessible and inclusive of your needs (ie. wheelchair, bathroom, allied etc…)
13. Is parking available?
If you are seeking online counselling in Alberta you could ask:
14. How do we meet online? Is the online program you use secure and confidential?
Most importantly ask yourself:
15. How do I feel while talking to this counsellor? Do I feel comfortable?
Finding a Counsellor, Therapist, or Psychologist in Olds, Alberta or an Online Counsellor
I hope this helps you feel comfortable finding the right counsellor for you in Olds, Alberta or a great online counsellor. If you are still feeling overwhelmed, feel free to contact me for a free 15 minute phone consultation and I will do my best to guide you to the best counsellor for you.
If you're looking for support deciding if therapy or counselling in Olds, Alberta or Online in Alberta is right for your family, feel free to contact us for a free 15 minute phone consultation. We’d be happy to hear about what is happening and answer any questions you might have. If you are looking for support with relationship counselling, couples counselling, marriage or family counselling or individual therapy for depression, stress, ADHD, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR therapy); or counselling in Olds, Alberta or online in Alberta, you can read more about how we can help here.