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The Spark wins big at the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2019

The Spark wins big at the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2019

by Megan McCafferty | Nov 20, 2019 | Awards, awards, Children and Young People, mental health, the spark, young people

The 2019 Social Enterprise Awards Scotland was a night of celebration for The Spark as the charity collected the prestigious ‘Social Impact Award’. Hosted at the Scottish Parliament, the awards are the country’s annual celebration of social enterprise. They recognise...
How to make a comfort box for an anxious child

How to make a comfort box for an anxious child

by Linda Smith | Nov 13, 2019 | Children and Young People, mental health, parenting, the spark, Tips, young people

Anxiety is a very unpleasant experience for your child and for you as their parent. Finding tools and techniques to help them combat anxiety is something every parent seeks to do. In this short article Children and Young People counsellor, Linda Smith looks at an...
Tips for first years transitioning to university

Tips for first years transitioning to university

by Megan McCafferty | Sep 3, 2019 | mental health, the spark, Tips, young people

In February, UCAS reported that a record-breaking number of young people started university last September and this year is likely to be no different. Scotland is home to a total of 19 universities, welcoming students from around the world.Every university offers its...
Helping children with emetophobia

Helping children with emetophobia

by Maria Gallacher | Nov 20, 2019 | Children and Young People, mental health, parenting, the spark, Tips, young people

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...
“I have failed as a parent” – exploring common myths about youth counselling

“I have failed as a parent” – exploring common myths about youth counselling

by Laura Campbell | Sep 9, 2019 | Children and Young People, mental health, parenting, the spark, young people

The mental health of children and young people has become a hot topic in recent years. Society is slowly waking up to the importance of emotional and mental wellbeing services like counselling. Sadly, many misconceptions and myths about youth counselling still remain....
The Spark opens new Inverness counselling centre

The Spark opens new Inverness counselling centre

by Megan McCafferty | Aug 27, 2019 | couples and individuals, mental health, news, the spark

The Spark has supported the people of Scotland for over 50 years through counselling and support services and we are gearing up for the next 50 with plans for expansion. As Scotland’s leading counselling service, we are proud to be opening our newest location in...
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