Sunderland Counselling Service

28/04/2026

Is your child struggling with their mental health and wellbeing?
✨️We currently have no waiting list✨️
We offer FREE counselling support, drop ins and psychoeducational workshops for young people aged 10-19 and those with SEN up to age 25 in youth and community groups Sunderland, Washington & The Coalfields. In partnership with Sunderland All Together Consortium CIO and Sunderland Counselling Service .
To refer you can either speak to us in your usual youth session. Or if you are looking to join a youth club to make new friends and join in with activities see below which venues we are currently based in to find out more info.
You can currently find us in the following areas:
The Box Youth & Community Project Doxford Hall farm Area
Back on the Map Hendon
Bluewatch Ryhope
Oxclose and District Young Peoples ProjectWashington
Community Opportunities - YOUTH & PLAY The coalfields Thorney Close Downhill Town End Farm Shiney Row
Lambton Street Youth and Community Hub Pallion, Milfield, Pennywell
Sunderland Community Action Group - Dame dorothy
Southwick Neighbourhood Youth Project Southwick
North East Sport Monkwearmouth, Seaburn/Fulwell
Youth Almighty Project Silksworth Plains Farm, Barnes etc.
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17/04/2026

We’re Recruiting – Join Sunderland Counselling Service
If you’re committed to making a real difference in people’s lives and want to work within an ethical, caring, and professional environment, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information please visit our website https://sunderlandcounselling.org.uk/vacancies/
Help us continue supporting mental wellbeing across Sunderland h

02/04/2026

We’re proud to introduce a unique and compassionate support service dedicated to adults with learning disabilities who have experienced trauma. Our Sexual Violence Learning Disabilities (SVLD) Counsellor provides specialist, confidential counselling for men and women aged 18+ who are living, working, or studying in the City of Sunderland.
Who is this for?
Adults with a recognised learning disability who are survivors of:
• Childhood sexual abuse
• R**e
• Sexual violence in adulthood
Why choose us?
We’re an independent mental health charity widely recognised by local professionals, health practitioners, and community organisations for our commitment to high‑quality, trauma‑informed care.
What do we offer
• One‑to‑one specialist counselling
• A safe, understanding, and supportive environment
• Skilled professionals experienced in both trauma and learning disabilities
• Free and confidential support
If you or someone you know could benefit from this service, we’re here to help.

02/04/2026

Mini Minds and Me
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or low mood? You're not alone — and you don't have to face it alone.
Join our six-week course, facilitated by two experienced practitioners, where you'll learn practical strategies rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you navigate life’s challenges.
Build resilience
The next course is due to start in May 2026
Time: 10am-11.30am (with a break in the middle)
Location: Seaburn Lodge, Monkwearmouth Hospital, Newcastle Road, SR5 1NB
How to refer?
Via your maternity professional
Telephone: 0191 566 5454
Online: www.sunderlandtalkingtherapies.co.uk
Connect with others
Learn tools to manage difficulties

20/03/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Sunderland Counselling Service to join our South Tyneside Community Child and Young Person Mental Health Service (STCYPMHS) as a Senior Practitioner.
We’re looking for an energetic, motivated professional with:
✔ Significant post‑qualification counselling experience with children & young people
✔ A recognised supervision qualification
✔ Experience delivering clinical supervision
✔ Experience providing operational line management
📍 Location: Venues across South Tyneside
💼 Salary: £47,810–£54,710 (Band 7 equivalent)
⏱ Hours: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week
📅 Closing Date: 13th April 2026
🗓 Interviews: Shortly after closing date
For more information and to apply, please visit our website, NHS Jobs, or VONNE.

26/02/2026

People experiencing obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety disorder, post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) or a phobia can now access support through the new NHS Talking Therapies campaign, running from 16 February to 29 March 2026.
NHS Talking Therapies offer effective, confidential and free treatment delivered by trained professionals. Support is available in person, over the phone or through online courses.
If you’re struggling, you can refer yourself directly to your local NHS Talking Therapies service for an assessment or treatment. You can find your local service at nhs.uk/talk. GPs can also make referrals.
The campaign includes activity tailored for people aged 30–50, men, Black and South Asian communities, older adults, and disabled people, with accessible formats such as BSL and Easy Read.
Please help spread the word and encourage others to access support when they need it.

05/02/2026

This week marks Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, and we’re supporting NHS England’s campaign to raise awareness of Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs).
SARCs provide specialist, confidential, 24/7 care for anyone who has been r***d, sexually assaulted, or abused. They offer medical support, crisis care, safeguarding advice, and guidance on reporting options.
At Sunderland Counselling Service we have two sexual violence services.
CASSVA Counselling Adult Survivors of Sexual Violence and Abuse
Reach Counselling service for anyone who has experienced sexual violence within the last 12 months.
For more information please visit our website: https://sunderlandcounselling.org.uk/counselling-adult-survivors-sexual-violence-abuse/ -reach

02/02/2026

For generations, many of us were taught to “keep a stiff upper lip” to stay quiet, stay strong, and carry on, no matter how heavy things felt. But silence doesn’t heal. Connection does.
The BACP’s No More Stiff Upper Lip campaign www.NoMoreStiffUpperLip.co.uk encourages everyone to challenge outdated ideas about emotional strength and to recognise the power of speaking openly about mental health. Whether it’s reaching out to a friend, talking to a counsellor, or simply admitting you’re struggling, every step toward openness makes a difference. Let’s support each other and create a culture where asking for help is seen as strength, not failure.

30/01/2026

Last week, we were delighted to welcome Lewis Atkinson, MP for Sunderland Central, and Stephen Lewis Elms, councillor for the Hendon ward. Their visit gave us a great chance to share our recent successes, discuss the challenges we’re working through, and highlight the important work we’re doing across Sunderland.
A huge thank‑you to Lewis and Stephen for taking the time to come and see us we truly appreciate the support.

19/01/2026

Taking care of your mental wellbeing isn’t a luxury it’s essential.
CNTW has released a new Taking Care of Your Mental Wellbeing class on their YouTube channel, offering practical tools, gentle guidance, and supportive strategies you can use every day.
If you’re looking to understand your emotions better, build resilience, or simply take a moment for yourself, this session is a great place to start.
Watch it here and give yourself the time you deserve CNTW YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/8hZsLXSnY_0

Find out about Sunderland Talking Therapies and the Taking Control of Your Mental Wellbeing course.

15/01/2026

January is often one of the toughest months. The return to routine, financial pressures, darker days, and the emotional comedown after the festive season can all take a toll. If you’ve been finding things difficult, please know that many others feel the same and support is available. Sunderland Counselling Service provides professional, compassionate counselling for anyone who needs someone to talk to. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, or simply feeling stuck, we’re here to help you move forward at your own pace.
You don’t have to go through this month alone.
Visit https://sunderlandcounselling.org.uk/

11/11/2025