Fix, save, solve = not the job of a counselor

In my humble opinion...neither is it the job of the counselor to "plant seeds." Just as the healing does not come from us counselors, the seeds of growth don't come from us. As counselors, we are not the sower of seeds. We are not the bringer of photosynthesis that accounts for growth and healing. Then what is it that we do for clients? What we do is we provide a safe environment, rich soil free from elements that would otherwise prevent a seed from sprouting and producing any fruit. As counselors, we have control over whether the space we provide our clients is a safe and nurturing one no matter who it is seeking help at our door and no matter the nature of their suffering.

"Those sown among thorns are another sort. They are the people who hear the word, but worldy anxiety, the lure of riches, and the craving for other things intrude and choke the word, and it bears no fruit." (Mark 4:18-9)

"Some seed fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked it and it produced no grain." (Mark 4:7)

"Other seed fell on rocky ground where it had little soil. It sprang up at once because the soil was not deep. And when the sun rose, it was scorched and it withered for lack of roots." (Mark 4:5-6)