I. Introduction . Counseling and psychotherapy II. First Main Idea :What is the cause of counseling and psychotherapy ? A. Support:illness B. Support:emotional difficulties III. Second Main Idea :How does counseling and psychotherapy impact our lives? A. Support : sense of well being . B. Support : emotional and mental health issues . 1. Detail :depression ,anxiety 2. Detail :Bipolar affective disorder IV. Third Main Idea : Effects on individuals in counseling A. Support: Counseling helps individuals with goals B. Support: desired change 1. Detail: letting go of dysfunctional relationship patterns 2. Detail :Accepting the change V. Conclusion : How can counseling help us not fall back into the path of destruction ? A. Restate Thesis :Counseling works in many ways and rather it has its causes or its effects. B. Restate Thesis :Counseling helps individuals open up but also helps close doors dealing with trauma.