Counseling: Fact or Myth?

A counselor's primary responsibility is to respect the dignity and to promote the welfare of clients.

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Seeking counseling services means that I have a mental illness.

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Mental illnesses are RARE.

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People with mental illnesses will not get better.

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People should feel ashamed about being diagnosed with a mental illness.

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Men aren’t in touch with their feelings and will not benefit from counseling.

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Seeking counseling is a way to proactively manage your problems.

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Counselors will try to put you on medication.

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There are no quick fixes when it comes to mental health.

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Counseling means giving advice.

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