As a single mother raising two teenage daughters, I have become increasingly worried about the growing number of domestic violence offenders in our community. With both girls now approaching adulthood, I felt it was important to proactively help them avoid becoming involved in unhealthy relationships. When I contacted several counselling services for support, I was surprised by their reluctance. Many tried to tell me that it was my responsibility as a parent to prevent this, explaining that since my daughters did not present with any specific condition, they felt unable to help.
Getting in touch with Jeff at Soul Star Counselling turned out to be an excellent choice. After I left a message, he returned my call within an hour, and we had a 15-minute conversation. Jeff is dedicated to helping women avoid entering domestic violence relationships. He was exceptionally accommodating and flexible, considering my responsibilities as a single parent. Jeff provided various options for joint or individual counselling sessions with my daughters and even assured me that attending the sessions was always possible, which I found very reassuring.
During the initial counselling sessions with my daughters and myself, Jeff created a supportive and comfortable environment. He maintained a grounded and approachable demeanour that facilitated effective communication. The information he shared about recognising red flags and identifying signs of domestic violence perpetrators was clear and educational, increasing my awareness of previously unfamiliar warning indicators. Furthermore, Jeff provided comprehensive explanations regarding the impact of self-perception on relationship decisions and contributed positively to the development of my daughters’ self-esteem. I appreciate his professional guidance and the positive influence he has had throughout our sessions.
Jeff is an exceptional therapist who consistently demonstrates genuine care for his clients. Notably, he maintains strong connections throughout the therapeutic process, which sets him apart from others in the field. Unlike many therapists who strictly adhere to scheduled session times, Jeff will continue the session beyond its allotted duration if he believes it is necessary, without requiring clients to pay for the extra time.
I would like to express my appreciation to Jeff for his outstanding work with both of my daughters, as well as for the meaningful progress I have achieved in my relationship with them under his guidance. I highly recommend Jeff at Soul Star Counselling.