--- title: "Counselling for Individuals" date: 2023-04-01 author: "The Spark" featured_image: "https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AdobeStock_393454883-scaled.jpeg" categories: - name: "Uncategorized" url: "/blog/category/uncategorized.md" --- # Counselling for Individuals We are all unique and so are the life events we experience. Individual counselling sessions consider how we react to each experience, why we feel the emotions we feel and why we respond to circumstances in certain ways. ![A man looking preoccupied and deep in thought.](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sad-Man-in-Beanie-1024x683.jpg)These experiences may be from early childhood, past relationships or recent events. Counselling with The Spark offers the chance to explore them and develop a deeper understanding of their impact upon you. The Spark offers face-to-face and online counselling services for individuals 16+ in Scotland. Online counselling is available for individuals 18+ in the rest of the UK. The Spark also provides [couples counselling](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling-for-couples/) and [support for parents and families](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling-for-parents-and-families/). If you need some support quite quickly or want to try out counselling, consider booking a **free** [fast access single-session therapy](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling/fast-access-single-session-therapy/) appointment. ## How counselling can help --- Counselling with The Spark gives you the opportunity to understand and explore the issues you are facing. Working with one of our counsellors you will find a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space in which to discuss past and present issues. You will be able to freely express your own unique feelings and emotions. ![](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Quote-L.svg)The Spark helped me change my mindset and put past experiences behind me. Find out [how to book](#how-to-book) a counselling for individuals appointment. ## Why people try individual counselling --- The motivations to seek support through counselling are unique to each person. Some common issues for people to seek counselling include: - Mental health issues such as [anxiety](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling/counselling-for-anxiety/) or [depression](https://www.thespark.org.uk/counselling/counselling-for-depression/) - Past events in their life - Big life changes ![A woman looking happy socialising with friends.](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/happy-woman-group-1024x683.jpg)Once those issues are explored and understood, you are then able to consider ways to positively address them and their impact on your life. Increasingly people are using counselling on a semi-regular basis to help deal with the issues in their life big or small. ## How to book a counselling for individuals appointment --- Counselling sessions can be booked via our appointments team. To get started complete the counselling enquiry form below and a member of our appointments team will follow up with you to confirm your availability. [Enquire](#enquire-about-counselling-today) Alternatively, you can call us on [0300 180 0444](tel:03001800444) during our [opening hours](https://www.thespark.org.uk/about-us/opening-hours/). ## Professional and clinical excellence assured --- ![Recognised by COSCA](https://cdn.thespark.org.uk/www.thespark.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/RS-logo.jpg)All of our counsellors are trained to diploma level and many have advanced qualifications in specific modalities of counselling. Each counsellor is a registered member of one or more professional bodies including [BACP](https://www.bacp.co.uk/), [COSCA](http://www.cosca.org.uk/) and [OTI](http://onlinetherapyinstitute.com/). The Spark is proud to be a recipient of the [COSCA Recognition Scheme Award](https://finder.cosca.org.uk/RegistrantDetails.aspx?RegistrantID=1299) for organisations undertaking Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland. This award reflects our commitment to professional and clinical excellence in our counselling services. The Spark is also an organisational member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). ## 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. Phone 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/).