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Counselling Skills
Boundaries that need to be taken into account in a new
helping relationship
In all relationships there are boundaries. These can be physical and/or psychological
in nature. Boundaries are the edges around our personal space that we don’t want
other people to intrude upon. For example, our homes are places where we would not
want anyone to be able to walk in and out without our permission.
R Further Research: Boundaries
Do some research into appropriate and inappropriate boundaries.
You can carry out your research in any way you like – using an online
search engine, books, or even asking others for their opinion.
Key Fact
Creating healthy boundaries demonstrates self-respect and
encourages respect from others.
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