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 Qualifications Scotland 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 60 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.
Looking for something else?
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 Qualifications Scotland and BACP approved training centre.
want to learn more
From our blog
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The Weight We Carry: Rethinking Our Relationship with Stress
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Do We Need to Forgive to Move On?
Forgiveness is one of those things we’re told is good for us, like drinking more water or getting eight hours of sleep. It’s framed as the key to moving on, the secret to emotional freedom. Yet for anyone who has been deeply hurt, forgiveness doesn’t feel that simple. Maybe it’s been years, and the thought
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Tips to Support Someone Who is Grieving
When someone you care about experiences a loss, it can be difficult to know how to best support them. This article offers practical tips to help you navigate this sensitive time.
Need Some Support?
Make a counseling enquiry today and get the support you need.