The Spark Counselling

The Spark Counselling Counselling and mental health support for people in Scotland.

๐Ÿง  Mental ill health is the most common cause of long-term absence from work.By offering a counselling service to your em...
08/05/2026

๐Ÿง  Mental ill health is the most common cause of long-term absence from work.

By offering a counselling service to your employees you are:

๐Ÿ˜Š Enhancing Employee Wellbeing

Investing in your employeesโ€™ mental and emotional wellbeing is not just the right thing to do; itโ€™s a strategic business move. Our counselling service helps your team navigate personal and work-related challenges, reducing stress and increasing productivity.

๐Ÿ“… Increasing Retention

By offering support through The Spark, you demonstrate your commitment to your employeesโ€™ well-being. This not only boosts morale but also enhances staff loyalty, reducing turnover and recruitment costs.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Improving Performance

A happier, more content workforce is a more productive one. Our counselling services can help your employees overcome obstacles, leading to increased job satisfaction and enhanced performance.

๐Ÿ—ช Offering Expert Guidance

Our team of accredited counsellors are experienced in a wide range of issues, from stress management to work-life balance. They provide a safe and confidential space for your employees to discuss their concerns and develop strategies for improvement.

โœ‚๏ธ Providing Tailored Solutions

Every workplace is unique, and so are the challenges your employees face. The Spark provides customized counselling solutions that address the specific needs of your staff, fostering a happier and more harmonious workplace.

Managing and supporting staff at times of difficulty is one of the most challenging aspects of being an employer.

The Sparkโ€™s Employee Counselling Service is here to help.

Protect staff wellbeing and invest in their success. Our employee counselling service helps tackle mental health issues, stress and absenteeism effectively.

Huge congratulations to Whinhill Primary School for achieving an โ€˜excellentโ€™ grading across all four of the key assessme...
28/04/2026

Huge congratulations to Whinhill Primary School for achieving an โ€˜excellentโ€™ grading across all four of the key assessment areas in their recent HMIE report.

The report praised "highly effective approaches to childrenโ€™s wellbeing and inclusion".

๐Ÿšจ Bookings for our May courses are closing soon.๐Ÿค” If you've been considering joining us for either our in-person, full-d...
27/04/2026

๐Ÿšจ Bookings for our May courses are closing soon.

๐Ÿค” If you've been considering joining us for either our in-person, full-day or online, half-day course now is the time to book.

๐Ÿ“† Wednesdays, 6 May โ€“ 28 Oct 2026
๐Ÿ•• 9.30am โ€“ 4.30pm
๐Ÿซ In-person

๐Ÿ“† Wednesdays, 13 May 2026 โ€“ 14 Apr 2027
๐Ÿ•• 10pm โ€“ 1pm
๐Ÿ’ป Online

Enhance your communication skills, self-awareness, career prospects and personal development with the COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills.

Are you looking for a meaningful way to use your professional expertise?The Spark is looking for new Trustees to join ou...
22/04/2026

Are you looking for a meaningful way to use your professional expertise?

The Spark is looking for new Trustees to join our Board.

We have been at the heart of supporting relationships and mental wellbeing in Scotland since 1965. Today, our impact is broad. We support individuals and couples through our core counselling services, work alongside schools and employers, and deliver Qualifications Scotland, BACP and COSCA approved professional training. Additionally, we provide vital therapeutic and wellbeing support within violence reduction, criminal justice, and Public Inquiry sectors.

We are looking for strategic leaders to help us navigate the evolving mental health landscape. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with a background in:

โœ… Mental Health & Counselling
โœ… Financial Management
โœ… HR

Your contribution will directly support our work with individuals, families, and communities across Scotland.

For an informal chat about joining us as a Trustee, please email Stella Gibson, Chief Executive: s.gibson@thespark.org.uk

๐ŸŽ“ We have a COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills course for everyone.Take your pick from:๐Ÿ’ป online or in-person ๐Ÿซ๐ŸŒž day...
20/04/2026

๐ŸŽ“ We have a COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills course for everyone.

Take your pick from:

๐Ÿ’ป online or in-person ๐Ÿซ
๐ŸŒž daytime or evening ๐ŸŒ
๐Ÿ•œ half-day or full day ๐Ÿ“†

https://thespark.scot/COSCA

๐Ÿ’ฌ Need to talk? Support is just a few clicks away.๐Ÿš€ Fast Access Single-Session Therapy offers you the chance to connect ...
27/03/2026

๐Ÿ’ฌ Need to talk? Support is just a few clicks away.

๐Ÿš€ Fast Access Single-Session Therapy offers you the chance to connect with a qualified counsellor.

โœ… Free for anyone aged 18+ in the UK
โœ… Book online in minutes
โœ… Sessions available next week

https://thespark.scot/FAST

๐ŸŒŸ Ready to make a difference in the lives of young people?๐ŸŽ“ Our PDA in Counselling Children and Young People (10-18) is ...
05/03/2026

๐ŸŒŸ Ready to make a difference in the lives of young people?

๐ŸŽ“ Our PDA in Counselling Children and Young People (10-18) is back for April 2026. This SCQF Level 11 qualification is jointly certificated by the SQA and BACP, designed to equip you with the advanced skills and ethical grounding needed for this vital work.

๐Ÿ“ Location: Glasgow
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Starts: Friday, 24th April 2026
โฐ Duration: 12 weeks (9.30am - 4.30pm)

๐Ÿ”Ž The Spark PDA children and young people
๐Ÿ”— thespark.scot/pda-cyp

๐Ÿ“šโ€œTherapists should be reading from a wide variety of theoretical perspectives.โ€This line resonates with us. Our counsel...
03/11/2025

๐Ÿ“šโ€œTherapists should be reading from a wide variety of theoretical perspectives.โ€

This line resonates with us. Our counsellors take an integrative approach drawing on insights from across therapeutic models to respond to each personโ€™s unique needs.

From psychoanalysis to existential therapy, thereโ€™s a bewildering variety of approaches โ€“ with one thing in common

Address

100 Wellington Street
Glasgow
G26DH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm

Telephone

+448088022088

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