Igniting Change
The Spark is a charity that provides counselling and mental health support services for individuals, couples, families, children and young people across Scotland and the UK. We also offer counselling services for employers and schools.
We are a BACP and SQA approved training centre that provides counselling and CPD courses for counsellors and those working in the helping professions.
Our Counselling Services
You’re in safe hands.
We’ve been providing counselling and support for 59 years.
Counselling for
Individuals
Explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a safe and confidential environment with individual counselling.
Counselling for
Couples
Dedicated support for couples to address challenges, improve communication, and nurture a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
Counselling for
Children + Young People
Counseling provides a safe space for children and young people to express themselves, explore their emotions, and develop coping strategies.
Counselling for
Parents + Families
Family counselling can address a wide range of issues including relationship problems, communication breakdowns, and behavioural difficulties.
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Counselling was invaluable and helped us through a very difficult time in our relationship. We’re a much happier couple now.
At a time in my life when I really needed some help and guidance, I absolutely got that and I felt very supported too.
Training the next generation of counsellors
Our Courses & Training
Education of the highest standard. The Spark is a SQA and BACP approved training centre.
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From our blog
Helping children with emetophobia
Emetophobia is the fear of vomiting. We all have some degree of fear about vomiting or being in close proximity to someone who is. It isn’t the most pleasant experience for anyone after all! However, there are individuals panic-stricken by even the thought of vomiting. In fact, this phobia is particularly common in children. On…
I Love You but I’m Not in Love with You
“I love my partner but I am not in love with them” is one of the most common reasons people contact The Spark seeking relationship counselling. I love you but I’m not in love with you What does “I love you but I’m not in love with you”, mean? People say that the ‘spark’ has…
School Services Open Day 2025
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? If so, then The Spark’s School Services Open Day is the perfect opportunity for you to explore a fulfilling career supporting children and young people in educational settings. Join us for an in-person event where you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of who…
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