Need for counselling parents and siblings who have a disabled member of family

cvelarde
cvelarde Community member Posts: 6 Listener
in Families and carers
Hello, my son is 13 and has CP. We never had counselling as a family, and 2 years ago I had a breakdown. I am now seeing a counsellor who's really helping me. As a result of that, I started studying counselling myself and would like in the future to help parents who have a disabled child and siblings as well. Who thinks it is a good idea? who has received that type of support during their journey? we were never offered it by the way ... thanks for your thoughts. Happy weekend. Caroline 

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  • Pippa_Alumni
    Pippa_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,765 Championing
    Hi @cvelarde, and a warm welcome to the community!

    Thanks for sharing this with us. I'm sure our members will be in touch to share their thoughts soon! 
  • cvelarde
    cvelarde Community member Posts: 6 Listener
    thank you so much  :)

  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Community member Posts: 7,879 Championing
    Hi @cvelarde welcome to the community!

    I think this is a fantastic idea! It would put my mind at ease if my mum or my fiancé were to receive some emotional support as they have witnessed an awful lot this year with me. 
  • cvelarde
    cvelarde Community member Posts: 6 Listener
    thank you for your reply. It encourages me to continue my studies and hopefully help others in the future!!! all the best.
  • Ami2301
    Ami2301 Community member Posts: 7,879 Championing
    Wish you all the success with your studies! :)

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