A good counsellor requires a combination of personal qualities, professional knowledge, communication abilities and practical counselling skills. Counselling involves helping individuals understand their problems, emotions and needs and supporting them in making appropriate decisions. Therefore, the counsellor must develop skills that create a safe, respectful and supportive relationship with the client. The first and most important skill is effective communication. A counsellor should be able to communicate ideas clearly and use simple, understandable language. Communication is not limited to speaking; it also includes facial expressions, gestures, posture and tone of voice. The counsellor should communicate warmth and acceptance so that the client feels comfortable sharing personal concerns. Active listening is another essential skill. A good counsellor listens carefully to what the client says without interrupting unnecessarily. The counsellor should pay attention not only to words but also to emotions, pauses and non-verbal behaviour. Techniques such as maintaining