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Counselling (Counselling vs Coaching (Counselling (Deals with personal…
Counselling
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Types of Problems
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External
Marriage
Signs:
- Poor concentration & performance
- Low energy or exhaustion
- High irritability
- Workaholism
- Increased drinking
- Critical of spouse
Approach:
- Friendly but neutral
- Avoid agreeing with the person
Bereavement
Signs:
- Lack of concentration
- Increase in errors
- Depression
- Lethargy
- Inappropriate anger
- Overreaction
Approach:
- Opportunity to ventilate and talk about feelings
- Could benefit from a contact group of people with similar experience
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Alcohol & Drug Abuse
Addiction - cannot function without it Signs:
- Overweight and malnutrition
- Paleness due to anemia
- Accidents at work
- Mood swings
Approach:
- Refer to specialist
(Usually hard to get them to admit they have a problem)
- Disciplinary action may be needed
Depression
Signs:
- Sadness
- Disturbed sleep & appetite
- Self-neglect
- Loss of self confidence
- Poor memory
- Suicidal thoughts
- Agitation & anxiety
Approach:
- If serious, refer to doctor
Financial Problems
Signs:
- Poor concentration & performance
- Worried & distracted
- Restlessness
Approach:
- Provide general counselling (listening, reframing)
- Seek expertise in debt & financial counselling
The Counselling Process
The 5D Counselling Model
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2) Define Problem
- Problem is first defined by employee, then redefined more objectively
- Employee is encouraged to relook at problem from different angles
Promotes:
- Acceptance and Ownership
- Self-Responsibility
3) Determine Goals
Establish their goals:
- what to change
- what can be solved
- what can be managed differently
- Prioritise objectives and set realistic time frames
- Employee must commit to goal
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- Benevolence
- Resolving issues
- Maintaining Company Assets
- Personal Development
- Awareness of Other Viewpoints
- Lower Absenteeism & Staff Turnover
- Increase commitment, Morale, Loyalty & Productivity
- Improve Corporate Identity
- Listening
- Observing
- Paraphrasing & Summarising
- Questioning & Probing
Definition
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Set of techniques, skills and attitudes to help employees manage their problems using their own resources
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