Essential Space CIC

22/06/2025

Great review of how the mind and body are connected. Self healing takes place when we get to a stage of believing we could feel something different.. or maybe even feeling better than what are currently experiencing. Holding Hope is a key element of counselling. Connecting your mind and body together is totally unique to you, it’s your own process, your body and your way of expressing yourself.

Anxiety disorders can impact the whole body. Kai Manchester explains how a holistic approach, such as awareness and intentional tools, can help manage long-term effects👇 http://ow.ly/m1w7106c23p

20/05/2025

22/04/2025

🌈 At Essential Space Counselling and through our Identity Space project, we want to reaffirm our unwavering support for our Trans and LGBTQIA+ community.

We are committed to providing inclusive, compassionate, and affirming support for all who come through our doors. No matter who you are or how you identify, you are welcome here.

We stand by our community and will continue working to create safe, respectful, and empowering spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

You are not alone — we’re here for you. 💛

25/03/2025

If you are wanting to access our counselling or mentoring services here is the referral form

Request counselling, low cost, discounted counselling in Cheltenham. Quick, easy to access therapy, counselling, mental health support. Inclusive, LGBTQI+, diverse team.

21/02/2025

Our young persons LGBTQIA+ creative group is starting March 5th on Wednesdays 5.30pm - 7pm £10 entry fee.
We are taking referrals for this group, so get in touch if you or someone you care for would like to attend.

What to expect;
* An affirming group safe space for LGBTQIA+ people aged between 11yrs and 18yrs
* A creative and relaxed environment
* Social time with peers who you can relate with
* No judgement on lifestyle choices
* Respect for differences and individuality
* No pressure to be anything other than YOU!

Where and who are we?
Kingsley House is where we run all of our Essential Space services; it is just off Shurdington Rd and in the middle of Gloucester and Cheltenham, and easy access to surrounding Cotswold areas.

There is parking, and the NO 10 bus route is at the end of our road.
Kingsley is a large old house that is both quirky and welcoming to everyone who enters our door.

We are passionate about inclusivity and support for mental health being available, no matter your circumstances or lifestyle choices. We offer 1-1 sessions in creative mentoring for young people and adults, counselling and have groups running throughout the week that support mental health, creativity for health and topics around neurodiversity, emotional wellness, and supporting groups like our LGBTQIA+ community.

To join the group please follow this link on our website and select the LGBTQIA+ Young People's Creative Group https://www.essentialspace.co.uk/mentalhealthevents

18/01/2025

Beautiful quote, shared by Jo who is a counsellor using our rooms at Kingsley House. Check out her website, she specialises in supporting neurodiversity and has a really inclusive practice. We can’t recommend her support enough! https://www.willowtreepath.co.uk

20/12/2024

Our Office is now closed for the festive break until Monday 6th January. If you need support, don’t suffer in silence, here are some support numbers where you may find what you need. Take care and see you in 2025

15/11/2024

Happiness is always there. You just have to choose to see it. There's no point dwelling in the dark and ignoring the light of the stars.
~ Carrie Hope Fletcher

~ Art Oleg Shuplyak

15/11/2024

We have been busy getting our two new additional therapy rooms ready! Therapists have been trying them out this week and say they feel calm and comfortable 🩵 we have 10 rooms now at Kingsley House, and one of these is a new group room for workshops and cpd.

11/10/2024

Our brilliant counsellors Jo and Sara will be at this event on Tuesday next week. They both specialise in welcoming neurodivergent people to counselling, and are setting up a ADHD coaching group, 1-1 sessions and sessions that are specifically for adults who are getting a later neurodiverse diagnosis. If you are interested come along and find out more!

29/09/2024

Another amazing therapist well-being day today! Looking at our pillars of strength and of course time to chill and connect with other therapists. Connecting was needed, and we all got some nurture by coming together as a group and supporting each other through the day. The creativity brought fun and freedom, and the gong bath grounded us all, leaving us all feeling comfortable and strong!
Thank you to the 12 that came along and made the day what it was 🙏🏻