The feminist perspective emphasizes the importance of the social, political and economic power relations that shape human societies. Feminist theories suggest ways to help eliminate misperceptions, sexual inequalities, restrictions, and injustices faced by women (Saulnier, 2000). This perspective requires gender analysis when examining the effects of oppression and power in our society. The applications of feminist counselling is not limited to gender, as it can be applied in many settings and in response to many problems, with women and men, children and adults (Brown, 2004). As a practice approach, feminist social work can empower women to become advocates for change both in their own lives and in the social values and structures that promote
