Re-evaluation Counselling
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Re-evaluation Counselling (RC) is a peer-counselling system developed by Harvey Jackins in the 1970s that focuses on emotional healing and empowerment.
(Note: You will more often find the U.S. spelling with one less L: ‘Re-evaluation Counseling’)
The central idea of RC is that people can support each other in healing from past traumas by listening, sharing, and helping each other process difficult emotions.
Through a process known as “discharge,” individuals release the pent-up feelings and emotions that have been holding them back, leading to increased emotional freedom and personal growth. RC provides tools to help people cope with life’s challenges, creating a framework where individuals can build resilience, develop empathy, and increase emotional intelligence.
RC offers a structured approach to helping people re-evaluate their beliefs and emotions, promoting healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
To find out more check out the supportive resources below.
Supportive resources
- Re-evaluation Counseling: A New Way to Help People (1975) – The foundational text by Harvey Jackins that introduces the principles of Re-evaluation Counseling and its effectiveness in emotional healing through peer counseling.
- Recovering Our Emotional Health: A Guide to Re-evaluation Counseling (2003) – A practical guide for individuals and groups looking to use RC techniques for emotional healing and personal growth.
- The Human Side of Organizations: Re-evaluating the Corporate World (2005) – Focuses on the application of RC in organizational settings, helping to foster healthy and supportive work environments.
- The Power of Listening: Re-evaluating the Listening Process (2006) – Explores the transformative power of listening in RC, where counselors support each other by listening deeply and without judgment.
- Getting Through to People: Using Re-evaluation Counseling to Heal Emotional Wounds (2010) – A deeper dive into RC’s therapeutic methods, including practical tips for counselors and individuals seeking emotional healing.
- Re-evaluation Counselling Community – The official website of the global RC community, offering resources, training information, and opportunities for individuals to get involved in RC practice.
- RC Training – Offers a variety of courses and resources for those looking to become certified RC counsellors or deepen their knowledge of Re-evaluation Counselling methods.
- RC Peer Support – A platform for connecting with RC-trained peers for mutual emotional support, learning, and growth.
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