Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Support Partner in Blackpool
Counselling in the Community was founded in 2017 with a vision to make mental health support accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. Starting from a small community centre room, we have grown into a registered charity operating four hubs across the Fylde Coast, supported by over 130 dedicated volunteers. Our mission remains unwavering: to provide compassionate, affordable counselling for individuals, children, and families facing emotional challenges. We prioritise inclusivity, ensuring no one is turned away due to inability to pay, with session fees scaled to household income. Our team of trained professionals and volunteers delivers person-centred, pluralistic, and CBT therapies, tailored to individual needs. Over 150 clients benefit from our services weekly, supported by partnerships with local organisations and community fundraising efforts.We operate from Waterloo Road, Cleveleys Hub, Bispham Childrens Centre, and Fleetwood Hospital, offering sensory rooms, play therapy areas, and sanctuary gardens. Despite rising demand and funding challenges, we adapt to meet community needs, guided by the principles that determination overcomes obstacles and solutions exist for every challenge. Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive care without hidden costs, while our advocacy work raises mental health awareness. We extend gratitude to donors, volunteers, and partners whose contributions sustain our mission of building a healthier, connected community.
Services
Individual Counselling
Child & Teen Support
Couples Therapy
Initial Assessment
Trauma Counselling
Play Therapy
Sensory Room Access
Community Outreach
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer income-based session fees starting at 5, ensuring accessibility.
- Our team includes 130+ trained volunteers and professional counsellors.
- We operate four accessible hubs with specialised facilities like sensory rooms.
- No client is ever turned away due to financial constraints.
- We provide trauma-informed care with rapid appointment availability.
What people say
Life-changing support
Compassionate counsellors
Affordable sessions
Non-judgmental environment
Rapid appointment access
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored mental health support for adults facing anxiety, depression, or emotional challenges. Our person-centred approach creates a safe space for self-exploration without judgment. Sessions help clients develop coping strategies and gain insights into personal patterns, fostering long-term wellbeing through weekly 50-minute appointments.
Child & Teen Support
Specialised therapy for children aged 4+ and teenagers dealing with grief, trauma, or behavioural issues. Using play therapy and age-appropriate techniques, we help young clients express emotions constructively. Our sensory rooms and sanctuary gardens provide calming environments, while family involvement ensures holistic support for lasting positive change.
Trauma Counselling
Targeted therapy for individuals processing traumatic experiences. Our trained specialists use evidence-based methods to address PTSD symptoms and emotional distress. Clients receive compassionate support to rebuild confidence, with flexible scheduling including rescheduling options during difficult days, ensuring consistent progress in healing journeys.
Couples Therapy
Guided sessions for partners seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. We help couples explore relationship dynamics through structured dialogue, focusing on mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving. Therapy addresses issues like trust breakdowns or life transitions, aiming to strengthen emotional connections and establish healthier interaction patterns.
Initial Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation to determine client needs and therapy goals. During this 50-minute session, counsellors assess presenting issues and discuss treatment options. The assessment informs personalised care plans, with immediate follow-up scheduling available for urgent cases, ensuring timely access to appropriate mental health interventions.
People
Stuart
CEO
Stuart leads Counselling in the Community with over 15 years' experience in mental health services. He champions accessible care, overseeing service expansion across four hubs while maintaining the charity's founding principles of compassion and inclusivity.
Questions
What age groups do you support?
We offer counselling for children aged 4+, teenagers, and adults through age-appropriate therapies including play therapy and sensory room sessions.
How much do sessions cost?
Session fees are income-based: £5 for benefits recipients, £10 for under £20k income, £20 for £20-30k, and £30 for over £30k. No one is turned away due to cost.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We prioritise rapid access – many clients receive initial assessments within a week of contact, with flexible rescheduling options available.
What therapy approaches do you use?
We provide person-centred therapy, pluralistic therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), tailored to individual client needs and preferences.
Do you offer couple or family counselling?
Yes, we provide couples therapy and family counselling sessions to address relationship dynamics and improve communication patterns between partners or family members.
Where are your services available?
Our services operate across four hubs on the Fylde Coast: Waterloo Road, Cleveleys Hub, Bispham Children’s Centre, and Fleetwood Hospital.
