Counselling your first client - best practice explained.

The first counselling session is different from any subsequent sessions. In the first session, you will put a counselling contract in place and discuss boundaries and the limitations of confidentiality. It also gives you, as the counsellor, an opportunity to assess the client's needs as they explain their reasons for seeking counselling.

[michbak]

My first client session begins in 90 minutes thank you so much for this encouraging video!

[enatp]

Great to hear I'm not the only one who after many years still has that slightly anxious anticipation before each first new client.

[AGoodVibe]

“You are good enough” really hit home. Thank you. Anticipating my first ever session with a client tomorrow.

[andreamonty]

First client tomorrow !! Thank you rory & Ken ...I AM GOOD ENOUGH !!

[DanielleCarranza-byqh]

First client tomorrow! :D thank you all.

[fionascott]

I am saving this to watch again before I meet my first client next week. It helps so much, thank you both!

[Ustp]

I remember mine vividly, and I recorded with the client's consent, so I could go back and learn from it. I must say those recordings really helped the learning.

[Therealmichaelt]

I am only two months away from starting to see clients. 13:40 into this video… “You have earned your right to be here…” That made me tear up!!!! Definitely subscribing and binge watching your videos until I am all caught up!

[Cavlender]

Had my first client tonight. Took away so many learning curves- but wow what an experience!

[raggnerdrac]

I too am off for my first client. I am quite nervous. Thank you for your input. This is very helpful.

[lukeyduke]

So today’s the day, wish me luck for client #1 - thanks Counselling tutor team, your work has been invaluable over the last couple of years. 😊

[aajaylee]

Thank you so much Counselling Tutor, your videos are so helpful. I am about to embark on work placement so watching these tutorials is going a long way in alleviating my nerves. Thank you 😊

[kennethbale]

Great to know that the 1st Session sets out the ground for the counselling relationship-ie.contracting

[sebuk]

I love the reminder of practicing listening and upr during college time not just skills sessions

[awakeningsoulsni]

After years of studying and practice in one hours time I am about to sit with my very first client!! Watching this first tho. Wish me luck. 😂

[poldylove]

can i double like this video 😭 just had a tough case and this is exactly what i need now 💗

[JakwobTheGreat]

Currently on my way to my first session. Thanks for the insight

[janeeheimdal]

Thank you both so much for calming my nerves. I’m seeing my first client next week and your wisdom helps! 😊

[lindacarlton]

Thank you for your videos and sharing your experience and wisdom. I'm presently going to school to be a drug and alcohol counselor. My practicum is coming up and I am already nervous. 🙏🙏🙏

[tommoconstantly]

Thanks for this video, I’m actually seeing my 4th ever client tomorrow for the first time and I’m still just as nervous, but this video helped calm me abit, thanks 🙏🏻