--- title: "Counselling for Children" date: 2023-04-01 author: "The Spark" featured_image: "https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Writing-Down.jpeg" categories: - name: "Uncategorized" url: "/blog/category/uncategorized.md" --- # Counselling for Children Growing up should be fun but sometimes children need a little extra support when life becomes challenging. Counselling for children can help. ![A sad boy staring out a window.](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Sad-Boy-Staring-Out-Window-1024x683.jpg)Counselling allows kids to explore their feelings and the issues that are troubling them. In doing so they can better understand their emotions, their place in the world and how they can take on challenges in future. In this section, you can read more about The Spark’s counselling for children service supporting children between 8 and 11 years of age. You can also find out what to expect, how much counselling for children costs and how to access this service. For counselling for children aged 12 and over, please visit our [youth counselling](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling/for-young-people/) page. Use the quick links below or call [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444) to speak to a member of The Spark team: - [What is counselling for children?](#what-is-counselling-for-children) - [What to expect from child counselling?](#what-to-expect-from-child-counselling) - [Where does The Spark provide counselling for children?](#where-does-the-spark-provide-counselling-for-children) - [How much does counselling for children cost?](#how-much-does-counselling-for-children-cost) - [Why choose The Spark?](#why-choose-the-spark-for-child-counselling) - [How to make an enquiry](#enquire-about-counselling-today) ## What is counselling for children? --- Child counselling – or therapy as it is also known – provides the individual with a chance to discuss any problems they are experiencing with a counsellor. In the counselling session, they are able to talk freely about issues with friends, family or teachers that are upsetting them. Children’s counselling focuses on providing a non-judgmental, safe and confidential space, where a child can talk freely about concerns ranging from anxiety and low self-esteem to emotional regulation, relationships, parental separation and bullying. The end goal is always the same: to help children better understand their thoughts and emotions, and develop techniques to help them cope with life’s ups and downs. [Complete a counselling enquiry form](#enquire-about-counselling-today) or call [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444) to speak to a member of our team about counselling services for children. We offer daytime and evening online counselling appointments. ## What to expect from child counselling? --- Counselling offers different things to different children and young people. In some cases, the opportunity to talk to an expert in mental health once or twice is enough to help children deal with a particular issue. In others, it might require several sessions to achieve this. ![A group of children playing outside](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Children-Having-Fun-1024x683.jpeg)No matter the circumstances, you can expect The Spark’s counselling services to be delivered to the highest ethical and professional standards. Our child counsellors are experienced in youth counselling, possess advanced qualifications in this field and are professionally accredited. ![](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Quote-L.svg)I noticed a positive difference in my son’s mood after each appointment. The Spark accepts referrals from parents, schools, GPs and social workers. Please [complete a counselling enquiry](#enquire-about-counselling-today) or phone [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444) to speak to a member of our team about online counselling for children. ## Where does The Spark provide counselling for children? --- Counselling services for children in primary school aged are provided via our in-person counselling team. This service is available to any child aged 8 years or older who is a resident of Scotland. To speak to us about how we can support your child or book a counselling appointment, please call [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444) during our opening hours or [complete an online enquiry](#enquire-about-counselling-today). The Spark provides daytime and evening appointments. ## How much does counselling for children cost? --- Counselling sessions for children with The Spark are a paid-for service. However, thanks to our donors and funders some subsidised counselling sessions are available. Talk to us about booking an appointment and payment options on [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444). ## Why choose The Spark for child counselling? --- - The Spark is one of the leading providers of school-based counselling services in Scotland - All of our counsellors are experienced youth counsellors and BACP or COSCA accredited - We are a proud recipient of the [COSCA Recognition Scheme Award for counselling](https://www.cosca.org.uk/our-services/cosca-recognition-scheme/cosca-recognition-scheme-organisations) - Established in 1965, The Spark has been providing counselling services for over 55 years. ## Enquire about counselling today --- Whether you’re ready to book an appointment or you just want some more information about counselling use the form below to get in touch. URL This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. I would like to…\*…Book a counselling sessionTalk to someone about counsellingGet more information about counselling ### Get more information about counselling When you complete the form below we will email you with information about our counselling service. You’ll have the option to book a counselling session or request a call back. You might also want to take a look at our [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.thespark.org.uk/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/) page for more information. ### Book a counselling session Complete the form below to start the process of scheduling a counselling appointment. A member of our appointments team will follow up with you to confirm your availability. Alternatively, you can call us free on [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444) during our [opening hours](https://www.thespark.org.uk/about-us/opening-hours/). Code Country\*…ScotlandEnglandNorthern IrelandWales This field is hidden when viewing the form Nearest Town\*…AberdeenAirdrieAyrBarrheadBathgateBellshillBroxburnClydebankCoatbridgeCumbernauldDumfriesDundeeDunfermlineEast KilbrideEdinburghFalkirkGlasgowGlenrothesGreenockHamiltonInvernessIrvineKilmarnockKirkcaldyLivingstonMotherwellPaisleyPerthPeterheadRenfrewSt AndrewsStirlingWishaw Which service are you interested in?\*…Individual counsellingFast access single-session therapy (FREE)Couples / Marriage counsellingFamily counsellingChild counselling (age 8 to 11)Young person counselling (age 12 to 15)Unsure How would you prefer to attend counselling?\* In Person Online Which service are you interested in?\*We offer these services online anywhere in the UK. …Individual counsellingFast access single-session therapy (FREE)Couples / Marriage counsellingFamily counsellingUnsure Children & Young People CounsellingPlease note: this service is only available in person from our Glasgow location. Fast Access Single-Session Therapy[Fast access single-session therapy](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling/fast-access-single-session-therapy/) is a form of solution-focused counselling for individuals that lasts a single session. More help is available after the session if needed and you can move into ongoing counselling with The Spark if that is the right choice for you. FAST sessions can be booked online. If you cannot find an appointment that matches your availability or you would rather speak to someone please complete the rest of this form.[Book Now](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling/appointment/?ameliaServiceId=1&ameliaLocationId=3) Family CounsellingPlease note: we are currently only able to offer a limited form of family counselling with two family members. Which option below best describes the issue you are seeking help with?\*…AddictionAngerAnxietyBereavement / lossChildhood issuesCommunication with partnerDepressionDisabilityFamily issuesFinancial worriesIllnessInfertilityIsolationMental healthNew parent/parenting/pregnancyRelationship: grown apartRelationship: considering separationRelationship: trying to reconcile after splitStressUnemploymentUnfaithfulnessOther When would you like to start counselling? ASAP Within a few days Within a week Within a few weeks Unsure ### Talk to someone about counselling Complete the form below and a member of our appointments team will contact you to talk through our counselling service options. ### Your contact details Name\* First Name Last Name Email\* Telephone Telephone\* When would be best to call you?\*Select all that apply. 9am – 12pm 12pm – 5pm 5pm – 9pm Privacy NoticeThe information you provide in this form will only be used to process your enquiry in line with The Spark’s [privacy policy](https://www.thespark.org.uk/about-us/legal-stuff/privacy-policy/).