Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Counselling and Training Services in Basingstoke
Basingstoke Counselling Service has been dedicated to improving emotional wellbeing in the local community since 1985. As a registered charity, we provide affordable, professional counselling and comprehensive training programs rooted in psychodynamic principles. Our team of experienced practitioners and trainers reinvests all profits into expanding access to mental health support. Governed by a Board of Trustees and aligned with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), we maintain rigorous ethical and professional standards. Our services include individual and couples counselling, BACP-accredited diploma courses, and continuing professional development (CPD) for counsellors.We prioritise accessibility, offering flexible session times and in-house placements for trainees. By combining decades of expertise with a commitment to community needs, we empower individuals to achieve deeper self-understanding and lasting personal growth. Our trauma-informed approach and structured supervision frameworks ensure both clients and trainees receive consistent, high-quality support. Through regular reviews of equality practices, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all who engage with our services.
Services
Counselling
Training
CPD
Employee Wellbeing
Couples Counselling
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in psychodynamic counselling and training
- BACP-accredited diploma courses with in-house clinical placements
- Reinvest all profits into community mental health services
- Experienced supervisors with decades of clinical and educational expertise
- Structured CPD programs meeting professional membership requirements
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
What people say
Changed my life
Safe environment
Professional team
Deeper understanding
Lasting benefits
Services
Individual Counselling
We provide one-to-one counselling sessions addressing emotional distress and mental health challenges. Our psychodynamic approach helps clients explore root causes of difficulties, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. Sessions are available Monday to Thursday 8am-9:15pm.
Counselling Training
Our BACP-accredited diploma courses offer structured training from introductory level to qualified counsellor status. The three-year program includes clinical placements, weekly supervision, and trauma-informed practice. Graduates gain skills to support diverse client needs.
CPD for Counsellors
We deliver continuing professional development workshops and courses meeting BACP requirements. Topics include trauma, addiction, and diversity practices. Both online and in-person options available with certificates provided upon completion.
Couples Counselling
Specialised therapy for couples facing relationship challenges. Our practitioners help partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust through structured sessions tailored to individual relationship dynamics.
Employee Wellbeing
Short-term counselling programs for employees dealing with work-related stress or personal issues affecting job performance. Services include confidential sessions and organisational support strategies to enhance workplace mental health.
Questions
What counselling services do you offer?
We provide individual and couples counselling, trauma-informed therapy, and employee wellbeing programs in Basingstoke.
How can I book a counselling session?
Visit our website's counselling pages to apply directly or contact us via phone/email for assistance.
Are your training courses accredited?
Yes, our Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling is BACP accredited and includes clinical placements.
Do you offer emergency mental health support?
We are not a crisis service. For emergencies, contact Samaritans, call 999, or visit local A&E departments.
How does your CPD program work?
We offer BACP-compliant workshops and courses covering diverse mental health topics with online/in-person options.
Can I volunteer with your organisation?
Yes, we welcome volunteers to support fundraising, events, and community outreach initiatives.
