Psychosocial Counselling in Nepal: Perspectives of Counsellors and Beneficiaries |
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| Authors: | Mark J Jordans Annalise S Keen Hima Pradhan and Wietse A Tol |
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| Institution: | (1) Public Health and Research Department, HealthNet-TPO, Tolstraat 127, Amsterdam, 1074 VJ, Netherlands;(2) Center for Victims of Torture, Nepal, Bansbari 3, Kathmandu, Nepal |
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| Abstract: | The aims of this qualitative study were (1) to add to the understanding of the growing field of psychosocial counselling in
Nepal, and (2) gather concrete points for improvement of services. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with clients
(n = 34), para-professional counsellors (n = 26) and managers (n = 23) of organizations in which psychosocial counselling was taking place. The main findings were that stakeholders generally
presented a positive view of the significance and supportive function of psychosocial counselling, while providing useful
suggestions for improvement. Matters of ongoing training and supervision, confidentiality and integration of counselling within
mainstream care provision need to be addressed and potentially adapted. Implications for other non-Western countries with
little mental health resources are discussed. |
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| Keywords: | Psychosocial counselling Nepal Counsellor training Counselling services |
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