Struggling to Cope With Sight Loss?
Sight loss counselling is an invaluable resource for addressing the emotional impact of vision loss. Our counsellors are trained to help you navigate the complex emotions that often accompany sight loss, such as grief, anger, frustration, and anxiety. Through counselling sessions, you'll learn strategies for maintaining self-esteem and confidence, which are often affected when experiencing vision impairment.
One of the key benefits of our counselling service is building resilience and adapting to change. Losing your sight may feel overwhelming, but our counsellors will work with you to develop coping mechanisms and problem-solving skills. They'll help you explore new ways of doing things and find alternative methods to accomplish tasks you may have thought were no longer possible.
Our counsellors can assist you in addressing the impact of sight loss on your relationships, career, and daily life. They'll provide support as you navigate changes in your social interactions, work environment, and home life. By working with an accredited sight loss counsellor, you'll gain the tools and confidence to overcome obstacles and maintain your independence.
Next Steps
Counselling can help you to come to a clearer understanding of your own feelings and can help you adjust to the emotional impact of your sight loss. It’s a time to concentrate on yourself and talk things over with someone who will understand your perspective.
You can refer yourself to the service or ask a family member or healthcare professional to refer you. To do so, call: 0161 480 2612 or complete our contact form.
At your first appointment you will meet one to one with an experienced counsellor, who understands the issues that sight loss brings, to talk about your personal situation and decide whether counselling will be helpful for you.
The service, based at Walthew House in Stockport, is open to anyone in the region.
Walthew House is an independent local charity providing practical and emotional support to people with a sight or hearing loss.
Who Can Benefit from Walthew House's Counselling Services?
Our counselling services are designed to support a wide range of individuals affected by sight loss. Primarily, our services are available to people who are blind or experiencing various degrees of vision loss.
Whether you've recently been diagnosed with a sight condition or have been living with sight loss for some time, our counsellors can provide valuable support tailored to your specific needs.
Additionally, we recognize that sight loss affects not only the individual but also their support network. That's why our counselling services extend to caregivers and family members of those with vision impairment. These sessions can help loved ones better understand the challenges of sight loss and learn how to provide effective support while also managing their own emotions.
We also offer specialized support for people with combined sensory loss, such as those experiencing both sight and hearing loss. Our counsellors are trained to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with multiple sensory impairments, ensuring comprehensive support for all aspects of their lives.
How Confidential is the Sight Loss Counselling Service?
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our counselling services. We adhere to strict confidentiality policies to ensure that all discussions between you and your counsellor remain private and secure. Our accredited sight loss counsellors are bound by professional ethical standards that prioritize client confidentiality and trust.
We provide safe spaces for open and honest discussions, whether you're engaging in telephone counselling or in-person sessions. You can feel confident sharing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment or disclosure. This confidentiality extends to our support groups and online forums, where we have guidelines in place to protect the privacy of all participants.
It's important to note that while our services are confidential, there may be rare instances where counsellors are legally required to break confidentiality, such as if there's a risk of harm to yourself or others. However, these situations are exceptional, and your counsellor will always discuss this with you at the beginning of your counselling relationship. Our primary goal is to create a trusting environment where you feel comfortable exploring your emotions and experiences related to sight loss.