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Counselling Service

VSWCS aims to provide a safe and confidential professional service to those affected by crime.   

Clients might find that the event has triggered painful emotional memories and feelings from past or recent times.  Their lives and relationships with family and friends might be affected.

Counselling can help with emotional, psychological and behavioural problems such as addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, feelings of isolation and loneliness, loss and bereavement, confidence building, thoughts of self-harm and anxiety (panic) attacks.

Counselling at VSWCS provides a longer term and more in depth opportunity for the clients to come to terms with the affects of crime on their lives.  It is a safe and supportive place for clients to talk about their feelings with a non-judgemental, and responsive listener.

Who is this service for?

1. Anyone who has been affected by crime regardless of when the crime happened

2. Anyone who feels they may benefit from talking through issues that are causing concern

What you can expect

·  A safe place to talk about your thoughts and feelings from your point of view

·  Support & assistance in following your chosen path

·  A non-judgmental service

What we do

We operate a one-to-one service, however we will always try and accommodate your needs

All counselling takes place at our office at a time contracted between the counsellor and the client

Sessions last between 50mins/1 hour, and are usually once a week

Initially we offer six sessions, with a review and the possibility of extending up to one year

Cost

Our Counselling service is provided free to anyone who lives in the borough of Wandsworth and is affected by crime

Our standards

We work within the policies of VSW and the guidelines from both National Office of Victim Support Schemes and the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy

Opening hours

Mondays – Fridays: 9.00am – 5.00pm

Evening appointments can be arranged

How do I make an appointment?

If you feel that you may benefit from this service or would like more information, please contact us on: 020 7223 1234

 Counselling Service Mission Statement
 Sample contract letter

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