Sally Latham selecting a resource to use in a session
Counsellors help people to deal with their feelings and responses, and decide on actions they can take to solve problems.
He whakamārama
Ko tā te kaitohutohu mahi ko te āwhina i te tangata mō ōna aronganui, urupare hoki, me te whiriwhiri i ngā mahi hei whakatika i ōna raruraru.
Entry Requirements
To become a counsellor you need to have counselling training through a recognised programme.
Pay
Salaries vary, but counsellors usually earn between $20,000 and $50,000 per year.
Job Outlook
Demand for counselling is growing in New Zealand, and the number of counsellors is also rising.
