Mindspace Foundation

19/02/2026

It was a pleasure to be featured in this week's Basingstoke Gazette thanks to .

Our community counselling service takes place online and face-to-face in Basingstoke to make the support accessible and affordable to all.

Find out more by visiting our website -> https://www.mindspacefoundation.co.uk/counselling/

05/02/2026

This half day online CPD workshop is open to all, including counsellors working with clients with disabilities.

'Making Space at the Table: The Ableism We Carry' is a workshop all about working with disability in therapeutic spaces.

This workshop will take place on Tuesday 28th April 9:30am-1:00pm via Zoom and will be led by Louise Brookes (MBACP) Specialist Counsellor.

To find out more about what topics will be covered during the workshop and how to register, please visit: https://www.mindspacefoundation.co.uk/making-space-at-the-table/

This half day online CPD workshop is for therapists working with disabled clients (or just wanting to learn more)!

26/01/2026

We’re Hiring: Couples & Relationship Counsellor 📢

We are currently looking for a qualified Couples & Relationship Counsellor to join our growing community counselling service in Basingstoke.

- £30 per hour

- Flexible hours (minimum 3 sessions/week)

- In-person or online delivery

If you’re experienced in couples/relationship work and registered with a recognised professional body, we’d love to hear from you.

You can find out more and apply here: https://www.mindspacefoundation.co.uk/careers/couples-and-relationship-counsellor/

Take the next step in your counselling career; become a Couples & Relationship Counsellor with Mindspace Foundation.

02/12/2025

When researching counselling courses, you’ll encounter various awarding bodies and acronyms that can seem confusing at first. CPCAB, BACP, City & Guilds – what do they all mean, and does it matter which one accredits your qualification?

This comprehensive guide explains everything you need to know about counselling awarding bodies, with a particular focus on CPCAB qualifications and why they’re considered the gold standard for counselling training in the UK.

When researching counselling courses, you'll encounter various awarding bodies: CPCAB, BACP, City & Guilds – what do they all mean?

27/11/2025

Starting your Level 2 counselling course is exciting but can also feel overwhelming.

How do you balance study with life commitments? What’s the best way to practice counselling skills? How do you write reflective journals that actually help you learn?

This comprehensive guide provides practical, tested strategies to help you not just pass your Level 2 counselling course, but truly excel and build a strong foundation for your counselling journey.

Starting your Level 2 counselling course is exciting but can also feel overwhelming. How do you balance study with life commitments?

25/11/2025

Pursuing counselling training while managing work, family, and other life commitments can seem daunting.

However, thousands of people successfully complete counselling qualifications through part-time study each year.

This comprehensive guide explores how to balance counselling training with your existing responsibilities, providing practical strategies for managing your time, maintaining motivation, and succeeding in your studies without putting your life on hold.

Part-time counselling training is designed for adults with existing commitments who want to develop counselling skills.

23/11/2025

Emotional intelligence (EQ) has become recognised as one of the most valuable capabilities for success in both professional and personal life.

Research consistently shows that EQ often predicts success more accurately than IQ, particularly in roles requiring strong interpersonal skills, leadership, or helping others.

While many people seek ways to develop their emotional intelligence through books, workshops, or self-directed learning, one of the most effective, yet often overlooked, pathways is counselling skills training.

This guide explores how counselling skills and trainings systematically develops each component of emotional intelligence.

20/11/2025

You don’t need to become a professional counsellor to benefit from counselling skills training.

Many professionals find that developing counselling skills significantly enhances their effectiveness in their current roles, improves workplace relationships, and opens new career opportunities.

This guide explores how counselling skills can transform your professional life, regardless of your industry or position.

Many professionals find that developing counselling skills enhances their current roles, improves relationships, and opens career opportunities.

18/11/2025

Completing a Level 2 counselling qualification is an exciting milestone, but it often raises the question: what comes next? For many students, the natural progression is to a Level 3 counselling studies course.

This guide explores everything you need to know about making the transition from Level 2 to Level 3, including what changes between the levels, how to prepare for progression, and what this step means for your counselling journey.

Completing a Level 2 counselling qualification is an exciting milestone, but it often raises the question: what comes next?

16/11/2025

If you’re considering a career in counselling, you’ve probably wondered whether you have what it takes to be effective in this demanding but rewarding profession.

The question “what makes a good counsellor?” is one that aspiring counsellors, training providers, and even experienced practitioners continue to explore.

The encouraging answer is that while some personal qualities provide a helpful foundation, the skills and attributes that define excellent counselling practice can largely be developed through proper training, supervision, and commitment to ongoing personal development.

The question "what makes a good counsellor?" is one that aspiring counsellors, training providers, and even experienced practitioners continue to explore.

13/11/2025

Thinking about changing careers to become a counsellor? You’re not alone.

Many people find themselves drawn to counselling as a second career, often after years in completely different fields.

Whether you’re feeling unfulfilled in your current role, seeking more meaningful work, or have always been the person others turn to for support, a career change to counselling can be both rewarding and achievable.

This guide will help you navigate the journey from considering counselling to making it your new profession.

Thinking about changing careers to become a counsellor? You're not alone. Many people find themselves drawn to counselling as a second career.

11/11/2025

Starting a Level 2 counselling course can feel both exciting and nerve-wracking.

Understanding what you’ll learn, how the course is structured, and what to expect from your first session through to certification will help you feel prepared and confident.

This comprehensive guide walks you through the typical content, teaching methods, and learning journey of a Level 2 counselling course.

This comprehensive guide walks you through the typical content, teaching methods, and learning journey of a Level 2 counselling course.