Subsidised Counselling
Confidential one-to-one support, available face-to-face at our Halifax centre or online anywhere in the UK. Our subsidised counselling service provides timely, accessible support tailored to you and what you are experiencing.
What to expect
A confidential space to talk, reflect and move forward
Counselling gives you the opportunity to speak openly with one of our counsellors about the experiences, thoughts or feelings affecting your life. You will be listened to without judgement and supported to explore what is happening at a pace that feels right for you.
Talking therapy
Talk openly with one of our counsellors and explore what is affecting you, at a pace that feels right.
Confidential
Your privacy is respected, and everything you share is treated with care and sensitivity.
Non judgemental
You will be met with empathy, respect and understanding, without pressure or judgement.
Is it for me?
Is counselling right for me?
Counselling may help if you are experiencing any of the following—or if something simply doesn’t feel right.
How you’re feeling
- Feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope
- Feeling stuck or unsure what to do
- Experiencing stress, anxiety or low mood
- Struggling with confidence or self-esteem
- Feeling lost or lacking direction
Loss, trauma and difficult experiences
- Bereavement or another significant loss
- A difficult past experience that is still affecting you
- A terminal diagnosis affecting you or someone close to you
- Trauma experienced during childhood or adulthood
Health and caring responsibilities
- Living with a long-term health condition
- Supporting or caring for someone else
- Finding it difficult to manage changes to your health
Life changes and relationships
- Going through a significant life change
- Relationship difficulties, separation or divorce
- Using alcohol or drugs to cope with how you feel
- Exploring or feeling uncertain about your sexual identity
This list is not exhaustive. You do not need to have a diagnosis or be in crisis to ask for support.
Pricing
Low-cost, subsidised counselling
Sessions from
£30
per session, payable in advance
Our counselling fees are subsidised to help more people access the support they need. Face-to-face sessions are available at our Halifax centre, with online counselling available across the UK.
Access fund
When grant or donated funding is available, our Access Fund provides additional support with counselling costs for people receiving means-tested benefits.
Cancellation policy
Please provide at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or rearrange an appointment. Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice will still be charged. This helps us continue providing counselling at a subsidised rate.
Getting started
How it works
Complete our enquiry form
The quickest and easiest way to get started is to complete our online counselling enquiry form. If you are unable to use the form, you can also contact us by telephone or email.
Initial consultation
One of our qualified counsellors will contact you for a 30–45 minute telephone consultation. This helps us understand what you are experiencing and the type of support that may be right for you.
Matched and booked
We will match you with a suitable counsellor and contact you to arrange your first session.
Practical details
Sessions & location
Opening hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday09:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday09:00 – 21:00
- Thursday09:00 – 18:00
- Friday09:00 – 15:00
Halifax counselling rooms
20–24 Commercial StreetHalifax, HX1 1TA
First floor, with stair and lift access. Let us know about any accessibility needs and we will make reasonable adjustments.
Looking for peer support? Visit our Support Hubs.
“Leah is one of the best therapists I've spoken to. She's helping me through so much and I feel like I've come out of my shell.”
Make an enquiry
Choose whether you are referring yourself or someone else, then complete the form. You can also contact us by telephone or email.