How can counseling help me?
A qualified counselor can assess and determine the cause of any problems that you may
have. The counselor's goal is to apply the necessary intervention program. Remember
that the earlier you attack the cause of a problem the quicker you can get on with your
dancing. Don’t let your concerns build up, as it becomes more difficult to solve and
may have a greater impact on your dancing.What types of things can
counseling help you with?
Counseling sessions are
aimed at assisting you as a performer to achieve your highest level of performance. There
are three main areas which you may require assistance with. These include: 1) Mental
Skills Training (e.g., performance anxiety, imagery / visualization training, lack of
motivation, concentration and focusing, relaxation, goal setting, increasing your
readiness to perform, injury rehabilitation); 2) Personal Counseling (e.g., sadness /
depression. injury rehabilitation, interpersonal issues, body image, food issues,
conflicts at home / work / dance); 3) Group Work (e.g., increasing group cohesion). |
What will the counselor do?
At your first visit you
will be given a thorough and personalized assessment. This usually takes the form of an
interview. The initial interview is generally 1 hour and allows the counselor to gain the
necessary information about your background, ambitions, and any concerns you may have.
Following the assessment, an individualized plan will be created for you, and in
some instances you will be provided with exercises and activities for you to do at home.What will result from
the interview?
1) Decide that the initial interview itself has clarified your concerns and that you need
no further counseling; 2) Decide that further appointments are needed to explore the
issues before reaching a decision; 3) Decide that short-term individual or group
counseling is needed; 4) Decide that extended or specialized service elsewhere is needed,
and identify specific resources for you to consider and pursue. |
