The Counselor's Disclaimer

I am here to listen,

not to work miracles...

I am here to help you discover what you are feeling, 

not to make the feelings go away...

I am here to help you identify your options,

not to decide what you should do...

I am here to discuss steps with you,

not to take the steps for you...

I am here to help you discover your strength,

not to rescue you and leave you vulnerable...

I am here to help you discover you can help yourself,

not to take responsibility for you...

I am here to help you learn to choose,

not to keep you from difficult choices...

I am here to provide support and help for you to change and to grow.