Structuring in Counselling
Structuring in Counselling
Structuring in Counselling
Structuring in counselling involves establishing It involves setting a framework for how the
clear objectives to guide the therapy process therapy session will be conducted, outlining the
and create a path towards positive outcomes. structure and expectations for both the client
and counsellor.
A safe and confidential space is created where By creating a sense of structure, clients are
the client feels comfortable sharing their more likely to engage and stay committed to
thoughts and emotions, knowing that they will therapy, leading to better outcomes.
be respected and honored.
The Key Elements
1 Establishing Goals
Counsellors must collaborate with clients to set achievable goals and objectives that serve as a
roadmap for the therapy journey.
2 Setting A Framework
Creating a framework helps set boundaries and expectations for both the client and counsellor and
creates consistency in each session.
Counsellors must create an environment where clients feel safe and comfortable sharing their
deepest fears and emotions without judgement or shame.
Benefits of Structuring
Enhanced Engagement
Clients are more likely to engage and stay committed to therapy when they have a clear sense of
structure and direction.
Clear Direction
Structuring provides a clear direction and framework towards positive change, leading to better
outcomes.
Improved Alliance
Creating a safe and supportive space helps to build a strong therapeutic alliance between the
client and counsellor, adding to the success of the therapeutic process.
Practical Strategies
Agendas and contracts help to Collaborating with clients helps to Using empirically-validated
establish clear expectations, create a shared sense of ownership approaches helps to ensure that
boundaries, and goals for therapy over the therapy process while clients receive the best possible
sessions. boosting motivation and support and care for their
engagement. individual needs.
Conclusion
Structure Benefits All A Collaborative Empirically-Informed
Process Care
Establishing a structure in It is important to work Using evidence-based models
counselling helps to create a collaboratively with clients to set and interventions is key to
supportive and safe environment goals and create a roadmap that providing high-quality care and
that promotes the success of feels achievable and support for those in need.
therapy and improves outcomes. personalized for their needs.