eesnõustuses
Eesnõustuses, also known as pre-counseling or initial consultation, refers to the preliminary meeting or process that occurs before formal therapy or counseling begins. Its primary purpose is to establish a foundation for the therapeutic relationship and to determine if the counselor and client are a good fit for each other. During eesnõustuses, the counselor will typically gather information about the client's concerns, history, and expectations from therapy. This may involve discussing the nature of the problems the client is facing, their goals for treatment, and any previous experiences with mental health services.
The client, in turn, has the opportunity to learn about the counselor's approach, therapeutic style, and any