What is Adlerian counselling?

Adlerian therapy, also known as Individual Psychology, is a holistic, psychodynamic approach to therapy developed by Alfred Adler at the beginning of 20th century. Adler saw humans as unique individuals and tried to understand and help them within their unique social context.

Adlerian counselling involves exploring this context, the beliefs and strategies we develop in life to survive, connect and avoid feeling inferior.

Some of these strategies may no longer serve us as well as they did before. However, the strengths we developed can be used to move forward in ways that would resonate with how we want to lead our life.

"...the hardest problems for human beings are social problems, problems of living together.." Alfred Adler

Alfred Adler (most iconic photo ever taken of him)

What aspects are explored in Adlerian counselling?

These are usually discussed during early Adlerian counselling work. Some people find certain aspects difficult to talk about. I am committed to supporting you at your own pace.

Relationships to our family, friends, partners, work, community

Strengths and coping strategies

Beliefs and attitudes about yourself, others and life

Early memories and experiences growing up