Elgin Counselling Services

31/12/2025

Some gentle reminders as we head into the new year. Your goals don't have to look like anyone else's. Rest is productive. Progress isn't always linear. And you can start fresh whenever you need to.

💜 I’d love to get your support on Patreon. It's packed with affirmation cards, journaling prompts, and gentle tools for the hard days. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/SelfLoveRainbow

19/07/2025

🐢 Never discourage anyone who makes continual progress no matter how slow. 🐢

19/07/2025

🦋 New Peer Support for Families Affected by Addiction in Moray

Butterflies is a new peer-led initiative founded by two people with lived experience of being affected by a loved one’s substance use, including bereavement. They aim to build local support for families and friends across Moray, starting with informal pop-in sessions:

📅 Upcoming Events:

Mon 4 Aug, 4pm – 8pm – The Bow Café, Elgin
Fri 8 Aug, 6pm – 8pm – Lossiemouth Community Hub
Sat 9 Aug, 10am – 1pm – The Buckie Hub

A short survey is available to gather views on when and where future sessions should take place:

👉 https://forms.office.com/e/tuMzuTyi5T

19/07/2025

Join Us for a family friendly walk! 🚶‍♀️

Take a break, get some fresh air, and enjoy a relaxed walk through nature while connecting with peers. It’s the perfect way to get some light steps in and enjoy meaningful conversation in a beautiful setting. 🌿

No need to book—just turn up on the day!

19/07/2025

🌺 Reminder: You are powerful. You are beautiful. You are ready to blossom. 🌺

06/07/2025

Our Next Summer Sharing Ceilidh's will be in Forres - Saturday 9th August, 17:30 - 20:30

FREE Entry (booking is essential) Area Community Trust (Forres Town Hall)

Join us for a fun and engaging evening focused on enhancing wellbeing and connecting with peers.

This all-ages event is open to everyone and features:
🥗 Food Sharing: Bring your own food or a dish to share.
🕺 Traditional Dancing: No experience necessary, just bring your dancing spirit!
👥 Connection & Conversation: Meet new people and share stories.
🎻 Live Local Music: Performances from alive ceilidh Band and other community musicians.
🪩 Creative Spotlights: Local creatives, dancers, and musicians showcasing their sense of wellbeing (slots available if you would like to perform get in touch!)
🎫 Community Raffle: Proceeds go the Pilmuir Primary Parent Council
🧐 Community Research Info: Learn about ongoing projects and how to get involved.

Optional: Bring your own drink or enjoy soft drinks at cost prices.
Come solo or bring family and friends for a night of fun, connection, and community spirit!

Hosted by Collaboration for Mental Wealth in Moray.
Tickets available following the below link or by scaning the QR code on the poster.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/moraywellbeinghub/1677781

06/07/2025

06/07/2025

Join us for some quiet time in a hammock, or some space to explore and enjoy nature.
Book your FREE tickets below
www.earthtime.co.uk/whats-on/

06/07/2025

Attending Job Interviews?

Do interviews make you nervous?

Not sure how to answer questions or sell yourself effectively?
Been out of work for a while or just made redundant?

If this sounds like you, Perfect Patter is here to help!
This short course is designed to boost your confidence, sharpen your interview skills, and help you stand out to employers.

💬 Learn how to:
✅ Handle tough questions
✅ Identify your Unique Selling Point
✅ Present yourself with confidence

📍 Delivered by Moray Pathways, DWP and Lossie Entertainment Academy Scotland

📅 Starting: 7/7/25
📩 Interested? Speak to your Work Coach or Keyworker, or email:
📧 jcpmoray.employerandpartnershipteam@dwp.gov.uk

Let us help you help yourself. 💼✨

06/07/2025

Following on from our post on Wednesday, please remember, our Elgin office offers a drop in service to see our wonderful Generalist Advisers.

On some occasions, appointments will be required - see attached poster.

If you are unsure on whether you can be seen via drop in, or if you would need an appointment, you can call 01343 555 163 - Please note, this is NOT an advice line.

Moray CAB are on hand to help 🤝🏽

06/07/2025

🌊 Don't let a ripple in their life become a tsunami in yours. 🌊