Counselors also focus on teaching practical tools such as breathing techniques, mindfulness exercises, journaling, or relaxation techniques like yoga or tai chi. Ask them for advice on how they found their therapist and which ones they would recommend. By providing a safe environment where all emotions are accepted and explored without judgement, counselling can help foster self-awareness and growth. Each approach has its own specific set of tools to aid in understanding underlying causes of behaviors or thoughts, as well as how they affect current situations. In addition, having an ally who understands what you're going through can be incredibly comforting.