Many people like to help others with tips or support them by listening empathetically. Others like to pass on their knowledge and life experience, e.g. by giving advice or being available to answer questions. These are good prerequisites for training as a counselor and then working as a psychological counselor. However, other skills and qualities are required to provide professional support to people. A good counselor takes a step back as a person and refrains from expressing their own opinion. In the counseling situation, they focus on what the client needs and use their communication skills to encourage clients to find their own solutions and viable paths.
If you want to advise and support people full-time, you should not only have a strong personality and training as a counselor, but also a talent for counseling. Take our free online test to find out whether you have a vocation as a counselor:
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