What a wonderful experience when I witness a shift in a person's whole being: when they are able to step back from their life (or, perhaps, step forward into their life) and become aware of new possibilities and potential.

Some clients go beyond the issue which brought them to counselling, begin to see the bigger picture and gain insights into themselves. They acquire confidence, self-assurance, motivation, meaning, purpose and a more positive sense of themselves. Often, this is validated by the people around them, their family and friends.

These are the moments when I learn from my clients, when I see the awareness blossom in them, when I (and they) see what is possible.

These are sweet reminders of why I entered this profession.