Pouya and a career decision
Pouya had two job offers in the Netherlands and could not choose. Over a few counselling sessions he sorted out his values and priorities and made a calmer decision. This example is fictional.
Type of Therapy
Online individual counselling in Persian
Individual counselling is a focused conversation with a professional, usually centred on a specific issue or decision in your current life. Compared with longer-term psychotherapy, counselling is often shorter and more practical, and goes less into deep roots in the past.
For people living in a new country, questions like choosing a career path, deciding whether to stay or return, or coping with daily pressure can feel heavy. Counselling in Persian can help you sort your thoughts and see the next steps more clearly.
Who may it suit?
- People facing an important personal or career decision
- People dealing with work or study stress
- Newcomers who want guidance adjusting to a new environment
- Those wanting to build skills such as time management or clear communication
- People who want to understand their situation better before starting therapy
Something else may fit better if…
- Deep, long-standing difficulties such as severe depression or past trauma often call for more regular psychotherapy
- If you have thoughts of harming yourself or are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services
How does it work?
In the first session the counsellor asks you to describe the main issue, and together you clarify what you hope to get from counselling. The clearer the goal, the more focused the sessions.
Through careful questions, reflecting back what you say and sometimes simple tools such as listing options or a step-by-step plan, the counsellor helps you see new angles. The final decision is always yours.
If it becomes clear that the issue runs deeper than expected, the counsellor may suggest psychotherapy or another kind of support.
What to expect in online sessions
Online counselling sessions usually last around 45 to 60 minutes. The number of sessions is often lower than in psychotherapy, and sometimes a few sessions feel enough for a specific issue, though this varies from person to person.
Spacing is flexible: some people come weekly, others when a new question arises. A quiet, private space and a few notes prepared in advance can make a session more useful.
Examples
Examples are fictional and illustrative.
Shirin and study pressure
Shirin was a master's student who had fallen behind. Her counsellor helped her build a realistic plan and reflect a little on her perfectionism. This story is invented.
Hamid and staying or going back
Hamid had lived in the UK for five years and missed his family. Counselling gave him a space to weigh staying against returning without judgement. This example is only illustrative.
Therapists experienced in Individual Counseling
These therapists list this on their profile. All sessions are online and in Persian.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between counselling and psychotherapy?
Counselling is usually shorter and focused on a specific issue. Psychotherapy often goes deeper into long-standing patterns and complex feelings. The line between them is not always sharp.
How many counselling sessions will I need?
It depends on the issue. Sometimes a few sessions help, sometimes it makes sense to continue. You review this with your counsellor.
Will the counsellor tell me what to do?
The counsellor helps clarify your thoughts and options, but the decision is yours. The aim is for you to choose with more confidence.
What if I feel really unwell?
If you are in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, contact local emergency services. Online counselling is not designed for crisis situations.
This page is general information and does not replace a professional assessment. If you are in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, contact your local emergency services. Urgent help