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What is counselling?

Counselling is a supportive professional service that offers a safe space for individuals to talk about their thoughts, feelings, and problems. It's a collaborative process with the goal of helping individuals increase their self-awareness, cope with challenges, and make positive changes in their lives. Counsellors are required to comply with privacy laws, meaning confidentiality is strictly upheld throughout the counselling process. 

When to seek LGIS counselling:

LGIS provides early support for workers experiencing workplace pressures and challenges. Work-related counselling can assist with stress, burnout, conflict, communication difficulties, distress following workplace events, and other work-related concerns — helping people feel supported while issues are addressed early.

Practical examples of when LGIS counselling can be helpful:

Example one:

Dave has been a long-term employee at the shire working as the manager of the Parks & Gardens team. Dave's has recently dealt with a lot of complaints from the public. On a few different occasions, he was sworn at and verbally abused. Dave's manager and his other colleagues have noticed a shift in Dave's mood, behaviour, and overall demeanour. Dave disclosed to his manager that the constant complaints have left him feeling frustrated and hurt. Dave's manager asks Dave if he has considered counselling. Dave says that he would like to give it a go.

Example two:

Jane has recently started working as an administration officer at the shire. Jane has displayed extraordinary performance and has really gelled well with team. Despite this, Jane discloses to her manager that she experiences a high level of anxiety about her performance and struggles to 'switch off' when she leaves work. Jane's manager asks Jane if she has considered counselling. Jane says she has been meaning to, but just hasn't got around to it.

Get started:

At LGIS, we are passionate about providing a safe space where people can explore and resolve their work-related issues. Contact our team with any queries around counselling at LGIS. Alternatively, you can complete the referral form and send it through to peoplerisk@lgiswa.com.au. Clients will receive 6 scheme-funded sessions.