Barbara J. Zuppinger, MSW - Counselling, e-counselling and mediation

<BODY BGCOLOR="#CFCFDA" TEXT="#666633" LINK="#663333" VLINK="#666666"> <IMG SRC="gfx/noframes_banner.gif" WIDTH=400 HEIGHT=50 ALT="Barbara J. Zuppinger, Counselling and Mediation" BORDER="0"> <TABLE WIDTH="100%" BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="0" CELLSPACING="0" HEIGHT="100%"> <TR> <TD ALIGN="CENTER" VALIGN="MIDDLE"> <P><FONT FACE="Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" SIZE="4" COLOR="#666633"><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="5"><I><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF">"I believe we all</FONT></I></FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3"><B>Counselling.</B></FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="5"><I><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF">have an essential</FONT></I></FONT><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"> </FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3"><B>It can help.</B></FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="5"><I><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF">drive toward growth,</FONT></I></FONT><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"> </FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3"><B>In Your Relationships.</B></FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="5"><I><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF">good communications</FONT></I></FONT><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"> </FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3"><B>Your Job,</B></FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="5"><I><FONT COLOR="#FFFFFF">and self confidence."</FONT></I> </FONT><B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> </FONT></B><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3"><B>and Your Life.</B></FONT></FONT></P> </TD> <TD WIDTH="188" ALIGN="RIGHT" VALIGN="MIDDLE"><IMG SRC="gfx/logo.gif" WIDTH="188" HEIGHT="204" ALIGN="CENTER"></TD> </TR> <TR> <TD COLSPAN="2"> <P> </P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3">I believe that we would all like to be continuously growing to be more confident, less stressed, and more comfortable with ourselves and with others at home or at work. But sometimes, that drive to grow is constrained by things which seem beyond our control; we feel bogged down and unable to free ourselves from these forces.</FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3">Counselling works to help each of us reduce the power of these constraints. And once the power has been substantially reduced, that drive to grow takes over again and we find ourselves evolving in new and exciting ways.</FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3">If you feel that you have constraints in your life; stresses that seem to be outside of your control which are keeping you from growing to your potential, counselling may help. You have nothing to lose, and the world to gain.</FONT></P> <P ALIGN="CENTER"><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#FFFFFF"><I><FONT COLOR="#666666"><B>To help give you a better idea of what counselling is all about, I've put together a few of the questions that I hear most often.   We can talk about any others that you have when we speak together.</B></FONT></I></FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"How long have you been counselling people?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">I have been working with people for over 30 years, as a teacher, a business manager, a mother, and now as a counsellor. My focus has always been on helping people find their own solutions to their individual issues and concerns. Advice-giving is not my forté.</FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">These skills have been enhanced through my Masters of Social Work studies at the University of Toronto. I have trained practically, at Women's College Hospital and at the University of Toronto's Psychiatric Services, dealing with clients experiencing life crises, relationship distresses, anxiety or depression.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"How long does counselling usually last?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">Short-term counselling typically involves four to eight weekly sessions, lasting an hour each, and often deals with issues related to an immediate crisis which is causing stress and discomfort.</FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">Long-term counselling may last from several weeks to months, once a week, with each session lasting one hour. Client's issues often involve recurring problems, such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, substance abuse, or unresolved stress.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"I'm concerned about privacy. Should I be?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">All discussions between us will be kept in strict confidence, with the exception of the revelation of harm having been done, or about to be done, to others. This is a legal requirement. Also, for counselling to be effective it is imperative that I be made fully aware of all medication, alcohol or street drugs which you may be using.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"Is counselling affordable?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">The cost for counselling is based on each client's particular needs. For a personal quote, please contact me at (613) 476-0281 (Picton, Ontario). Counselling is not covered by OHIP, although some extended health benefit plans through employers cover a portion of the fee. A limited number of clients are accepted on a sliding payment scale.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"When do you meet with clients?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">Appointments are usually scheduled during regular business hours, with a limited number of evening or early-morning appointments available. Appointments are usually available within one week's time.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"Do you also counsel couples?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">Yes. Often couples experiencing difficulties can benefit from a fresh, unbiased perspective on the issues they are struggling with. Sometimes new ways of talking about things can be introduced and the couple moves forward effectively on their own. At other times, longer-term work is appropriate to re-build trust which has been violated or re-work communication patterns which have become ingrained.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"What exactly is mediation?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633">When a couple has decided that they no longer wish to live together, mediation helps them work out their post-separation relationship. When there are children involved, mediation helps the parents resolve their own issues so that the children are least traumatized by this upheaval in their lives. Mediation is typically substantially less expensive than litigation.</FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3">Feel free to call me at any time for a personal quote or for more information. If I'm not immediately available, please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I can.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>"What is e-counselling?"</B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">E-counselling is growing rapidly in the internet environment. It is a flexible way for us to communicate when we cannot be in the same place at the same time. Some clients prefer to talk through confidential e-mails, some like telephone calls and some are most comfortable with the on-line interactivity of "chatting" through ICQ. </FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">Examine below the details of the options available and then <script language=javascript>  </script> and we can discuss what will work best for you.</FONT></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#666633"><B>E-Counselling Options </B></FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><B>E-mail:</B></FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">The most flexible option, e-mail allows you to send and receive e-mails when it best suits you. However, e-mail is also the least interactive option, making it more difficult for us to talk in "real-time". Pricing for e-mail counselling is $40.00 + GST per e-mail of 1 page in length. The first e-mail is free with payment for subsequent e-mails payable in advance by personal cheque or money order. Packages of eight e-mails can be purchased at a cost of $300.00 + GST. </FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> <B>Telephone Counselling:</B></FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">This option is more interactive but is limited to hours when we are both available for scheduling. Typically, this will be in the evening, with sessions beginning at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM EST/EDT. Sessions are 1 hour in length and cost $85.00 + GST. An introductory session of thirty minutes is free with payment for subsequent sessions payable in advance by personal cheque or money order. </FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><BR> <B>ICQ Counselling:</B></FONT></P> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">This is the most interactive on-line option giving us the opportunity to chat in "real-time" but limited to hours when we are both available for scheduling. Typically, this will be in the evening, with sessions beginning at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM EST/EDT. As with telephone counselling, sessions are 1 hour in length and cost $85.00 + GST. An introductory session of thirty minutes is free with payment for subsequent sessions payable in advance by personal cheque or money order. </FONT></P> <BLOCKQUOTE> <P></P> </BLOCKQUOTE> </BLOCKQUOTE> <TABLE CELLSPACING="10" CELLPADDING="10" ALIGN="CENTER" BGCOLOR="#666633" HSPACE="10" WIDTH="90%" BORDER="1" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#CCCC99" BORDERCOLORDARK="#666600" BORDERCOLOR="#336633"> <TR> <TD WIDTH="65%" BGCOLOR="#666633"> <TABLE WIDTH="100%" BORDER="2" CELLSPACING="0" CELLPADDING="0" HEIGHT="100%" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#CCCC99"> <TR ALIGN="CENTER" VALIGN="MIDDLE" BORDERCOLOR="#CCCC99"> <TD HEIGHT="100%" WIDTH="100%"> <IMG SRC="gfx/logo_sm.gif" HEIGHT="60" ALIGN="RIGHT"> <FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="6" COLOR="#FFFFFF"><BR> <BR> </FONT><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="5" COLOR="#FFFFFF">(613) 476-0281</FONT><BR> <FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" COLOR="#FFFFFF" SIZE="2">Prince Edward County, Ont.</FONT><BR> <BR> <FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="4" COLOR="#FFFFFF">Barbara J. Zuppinger, MSW</FONT><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="4" COLOR="#FFFFFF"><BR> <I>Counselling & Mediation<BR> </I><A HREF="mailto:zuppinger@ecounselling.ca"><IMG SRC="gfx/email.gif" WIDTH="244" HEIGHT="17" BORDER="0" ALT="Send email to me by clicking on my email address"></A> </FONT> <FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="4" COLOR="#FFFFFF"><BR> <BR> </FONT> </TD> </TR> </TABLE> </TD> <TD WIDTH="35%" BGCOLOR="#666633"> <DIV ALIGN="RIGHT"><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3" COLOR="#FFFFFF"><I><FONT SIZE="2">"I believe that everyone intuitively works toward positive growth and a fulfilling life. If you are feeling constrained in this work, I can help. Together, we can work toward achieving that goal for you."</FONT></I></FONT></DIV> </TD> </TR> </TABLE> <BLOCKQUOTE><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="3"><BR> </FONT></BLOCKQUOTE> <P> </P> </TD> </TR> <TR VALIGN="BOTTOM" ALIGN="CENTER"> <TD COLSPAN="2"> <P><FONT FACE="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" SIZE="2">Barbara J. Zuppinger, MSW   <I>Counselling & Mediation</I><BR> Prince Edward County  (613) 476-0281<BR>   <script language=javascript>  </script> <BR> <BR> problems with the web? contact the <script language=javascript>  </script> </FONT> </P> </TD> </TR> </TABLE> </BODY>