COUNSELLING FOR VALUE RE-ORIENTATION AT HOME

Abstract

Counselling for value re-orientation at home is a therapeutic approach that aims to help individuals reassess and align their values, beliefs, and attitudes with their current life circumstances. This study explores the concept and significance of this type of counselling within the context of a home setting, with a focus on a case study conducted in Maidugari, Borno State, Nigeria involving 30 families living in poverty, 20 families with an average income, and 10 affluent families. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative methods, and involves the participation of five professional counsellors. Value re-orientation becomes essential when individuals experience a disconnection or conflict between their deeply held values and the choices they make or the challenges they face. Conducting value re-orientation counselling in the home setting offers unique advantages, such as providing a sense of security, relaxation, and privacy. Clients can engage in meaningful discussions and reflections on their values within their own space, facilitating personal growth and transformation. The outcomes of Value Re-Orientation at Home counselling are profound, as individuals gain clarity about their values and make more conscious decisions aligned with their authentic selves. In conclusion, counselling for value re-orientation at Home offers a valuable and effective therapeutic approach for individuals seeking to realign their values with their lives. The case study in Maidugari, Borno State, Nigeria, involving 60 family units and five professional counsellors, sheds light on the effectiveness and benefits of value re-orientation counselling in different socioeconomic contexts