It’s definitely best practice to be involved in the counselling process, although that can look a number of different ways depending on your child, their age, and what they’re experiencing. Often I set up an intake session with you, as a parent, prior to scheduling a session with your child so we can be on the same page with you as part of your child’s support team. It’s also important to remember that everything your child tells me is confidential unless they state otherwise, or as it relate to safety and the limits of confidentiality. It’s important for your child to have space to speak without fear that their privacy with be compromised.

Ultimately, my goal is that your child can build the confidence and skills so that they don’t need therapy anymore, but at the same time I want your child to know that their counsellor will be there for them no matter what. As we make progress toward our goal, we can adjust and adapt the counselling schedule accordingly. If a future need arises, or something new comes to light, there’s always freedom to book another session.

It is possible to offer counselling to multiply siblings or family members in some situations. Often times, when navigating family problems like communication difficulties, or challenges in relationships, it’s more effective to be able to meet with different family members. If siblings, or different family members are seeking individual counselling, I generally recommend seeing different therapists. This helps to prevent potential conflicts of interest, and usually provides the best possible support for each person. If you connect with me through a free consultation I’m happy to discuss the best route forward. I’ll help you, or members of your family who are seeking counselling, to connect with a counsellor who might be able to provide the help you’re looking for.