Sign up for free adult counselling
Although this is a free service, we do ask for a small donation, so we can continue to offer this service to those that need it.
We are pleased to offer counselling appointments for adults with our dedicated trainee counsellors who are currently completing their professional training.
Working under the close supervision of a qualified, experienced clinical supervisor, all of the trainee counsellors are registered with a professional body and abide by their ethical frameworks.
Counselling takes place in Tunbridge Wells at Pluto House, Vale Avenue, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1DJ.
Why sign up for these sessions?
These sessions provide a completely free opportunity to explore personal challenges in a safe, confidential and supportive environment at a reduced cost.
Our trainee counsellors bring fresh perspectives, empathy and a strong commitment to helping you explore your feelings and feel better.
Choosing to work with a trainee not only benefits your own wellbeing but also supports the development of future mental health professionals.
Availability and eligibility
Our trainee counsellors have limited availability and while they are training are limited the kind of difficulties they can support people with.
Please note that availability is stated on the referral form. We are not able to provide any other appointments apart from the ones stated.
Trainees are not able to work with those:
- Whose needs would be better met elsewhere by a specialist service i.e. eating disorders
- Who are experiencing thoughts of self harm or thoughts of suicide
- Who are receiving psychological therapy from another service or therapist at the same time as being seen in our service
- Who are experiencing current and active addictions, eating disorders or PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder)
- Who have a history or current symptoms of psychosis, hallucinations and delusion
- Have a diagnosis of bipolar affective disorder/ borderline or antisocial personality disorder
- Who are seeking couples counselling
- Who are currently training in counselling and/or psychotherapy
- Have experienced historic or current abuse.
Sign up for sessions here
This service is for anyone over the age of 18.
Counselling takes place with a trainee counsellor, currently in their final 18 months of training.
All of the trainee counsellors are registered with a professional body and abide by their ethical frameworks. All our trainee counsellors are supervised by an experienced clinical supervisor.
Counselling takes placer in Tunbridge Wells at Pluto House, Vale Avenue, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1DJ.