This article is from the Suicide FAQ, by Graham Stoney greyham@research.canon.com.au with numerous contributions by others.
Certainly it is true that counselling is not a magic cure-all. It
will be effective only if it empowers a person to build the sort of
relationships they need for long-term support. It is not a "solution"
in itself, but it can be a vital, effective and helpful step along the
way.
 
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