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Our mission is to make quality counselling and therapy more accessible for all. We provide a safe space to talk in-person and provide online counselling too.

27/11/2025

We’re continuing to cheer on Jess and Robin, who are training to run the London Marathon for us in 2026

Training for a marathon is tough at the best of times… but dark evenings, relentless rain and long workdays make it even harder. Yet Jess and Robin continue to show incredible determination, and we couldn’t be prouder of their commitment to raising vital funds for our charity.

To support her fundraising, Jess has launched an online charity auction, opening this Friday, 28 November at 5 pm, and running until 9 pm on Monday, 2 December, packed with brilliant prizes!

From family days out, wellbeing and fitness classes, food and drink experiences, beauty treatments, photography, gifts, and so much more. There’s something for everyone.

This auction wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of amazing local businesses and community supporters. A huge thank you to them all.

Every bid helps us to continue providing accessible, affordable counselling, including support for young people across Somerset.

Browse the lots and place your bids here, or scan the QR code in the graphic: https://bit.ly/SCCJessAuction

Let’s get behind Jess. Please share this post, spread the word, and help raise funds that help your community.

26/11/2025

It’s not too late to apply – we’re looking for a Counselling Clinical Director. Could it be you? The closing date is this Saturday.

We’re looking for someone who can lead with passion and take our charity to the next level.

We are ready to begin an exciting new chapter, and we’re seeking an exceptional Counselling Clinical Director to help us shape it.

Having achieved our five-year strategy ahead of schedule, we’re looking for someone who can combine clinical excellence with visionary leadership. You’ll guide our talented counselling team, ensure quality and governance across our services, and help us build strong partnerships that extend our reach within the community.

Rooted in psychodynamic and relational practice, our Centre has been a trusted presence in Somerset since 1990. We’re proud to offer high-quality, accessible, and affordable counselling, along with a supportive environment for both clients and practitioners.

If you’re a qualified and accredited counsellor or psychotherapist and supervisor ready to lead with compassion and strategy, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Based in Taunton, Somerset (with hybrid working)
💷 Up to £47,250 pro rata | Permanent, up to 24 hours per week
➡️ Find out more and apply here: https://scctaunton.org.uk/careers/
If you know someone who might be interested, please forward/share.

17/11/2025

An Exciting Update to Share

A little while ago, we proudly announced that Monika from SCC had been shortlisted for the 2025 West Country Women Awards. Today, we are delighted to share that she has now been named a Finalist!

This is a fantastic achievement that places her among the most inspirational and impactful women in the West Country. The judges were truly impressed. A real reflection of the dedication and excellence she brings to SCC and our community every day.

We will be keeping our fingers firmly crossed as we look ahead to the awards ceremony on 28th November in Plymouth.

But whatever happens on the night, one thing is certain… Monika is already our winner!

15/11/2025

🛒 Off to do the weekly shop in Taunton this weekend, or maybe you're popping in for those few essentials? If you shop in Tesco in Taunton, we need your help!

We are one of the 3 charities being supported by Tesco’s Stronger Starts scheme, and your blue token could make a big difference. Your support will help us provide affordable counselling for 11–15-year-olds who need mental health support right now.

🗳️ How to help:

When you shop between October 2025 and mid-January 2026, pop your blue token in for us at any of these local stores:

• Galmington Taunton Express, TA1 4TY
• Taunton Superstore, TA1 4AB
• Lisieux Way Express, TA1 2PD
• Rex Taunton Express, TA1 3ES
• Taunton High Street, TA1 3PN
• Priorswood Road Express, TA2 7PS

💡 How to vote:
Collect a blue token from on top of the self-service tills or ask your cashier for one, then drop it into our box — usually found near the store exit.

It is quick, simple and makes a real impact. Every blue token helps us reach more young people and families across our community.

So next time you do your shop, remember — blue token, Somerset Counselling Centre, and a stronger start for local young people. 💙

14/11/2025

📢We're hiring!

We’re looking for a new Counselling Clinical Director who can lead with passion and take our charity to the next level.

Somerset Counselling Centre is ready to begin an exciting new chapter, and we’re seeking an exceptional Counselling Clinical Director to help us shape it.

Having achieved our five-year strategy ahead of schedule, we’re looking for someone who can combine clinical excellence with visionary leadership. You’ll guide our talented counselling team, ensure quality and governance across our services, and help us build strong partnerships that extend our reach within the community.

Rooted in psychodynamic and relational practice, our Centre has been a trusted presence in Somerset since 1990. We’re proud to offer high-quality, accessible, and affordable counselling, along with a supportive environment for both clients and practitioners.

If you’re a qualified and accredited counsellor or psychotherapist and supervisor ready to lead with compassion and strategy, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Based in Taunton, Somerset (with hybrid working)
💷 Up to £47,250 pro rata | Permanent, up to 24 hours per weeks
➡️ Find out more and apply here: https://scctaunton.org.uk/careers/
If you know someone who might be interested please forward/share.

10/11/2025

As autumn turns to winter, the days shorten and the nights seem to arrive far too soon.

This shift can bring comfort to some, a time for slowing down, reflection and rest. But for others, it can feel heavy and draining.

If you notice your mood dipping or motivation waning, be gentle with yourself. You are responding to a natural change in rhythm.

Try small ways to bring warmth and light into your days:

- Light a candle or lamp to create a cosy space
- Spend time outside, even briefly, to catch natural daylight
- Check in with someone who lifts your spirits
- Create small rituals that help you feel grounded and calm

Winter invites us to pause and care for ourselves differently.

You do not need to push through. It is perfectly OK to slow down, to rest, and to find your light in small, everyday moments.

07/11/2025

Thank You to Our Trustees!

As Trustees’ Week comes to a close, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful trustees for everything they do to support Somerset Counselling Centre. Their time, care, and guidance play such an important role in helping us provide accessible, professional counselling across Somerset.

We’d also like to extend our thanks to trustees everywhere. The work you do makes a lasting difference to the charities and communities you serve.

Your commitment truly matters — and we’re so grateful for all that you do.

05/11/2025

Every firework begins with one spark.

Sometimes that spark is rest, sometimes it is reaching out for help, sometimes it is simply taking a moment to breathe.

Looking after your health and wellbeing is not about grand gestures; it is about noticing what you need and allowing yourself the time to reset. It might be stepping outside for a walk, talking to someone you trust, or simply pausing long enough to gather your thoughts.

Even the smallest spark can grow into something powerful. Give yourself permission to slow down, reconnect, and start again.

04/11/2025

This week is Trustees Week.

We're looking for a new Trustee - could it be you?

Are you passionate about mental health, counselling, and the wellbeing of others?

We're especially keen to hear from people with a background in child counselling, mental health, and wellbeing roles. Your insight and experience could help shape the future of our Centre and ensure we continue to offer high-quality, affordable counselling to those who need it most in the community.

Being a trustee is a rewarding way to give back and make a meaningful difference.

If this sounds like you or someone you know, please contact us to express your interest or learn more.

Please share this post.

📩 info@scctaunton.org.uk

03/11/2025

It’s National Sandwich Day! 🥪

From a classic cheese and pickle to an adventurous falafel and hummus wrap, everyone has their favourite sandwich filling. Some like it simple, others pile on all the extras, and that’s what makes it interesting.

It’s a good reminder that, just like sandwiches, not everyone’s filling will be to your taste, and that’s perfectly okay. In life, we all bring something different to the table. Appreciating those differences, even if they’re not your personal preference, helps us understand and value one another.

So today, as you tuck into your favourite sandwich, take a moment to celebrate variety, in flavours and in people. Every combination has its own unique value.

We'd also love to know - what's your go to sarnie?

31/10/2025

At Halloween, we often put on masks and costumes, a playful way to become someone else for a while.

But many of us wear invisible masks every day. Masks of strength, calm, humour or perfection that quietly hide what we really feel underneath.

Sometimes those masks protect us — they help us cope, fit in, or get through difficult days. But over time, they can become heavy to hold.

It takes courage to take one off, to say, “Actually, I am not fine today.” To be honest with yourself or with someone you trust.

True wellbeing begins when we feel safe enough to be real.

So today, take a quiet moment and ask yourself "what mask am I wearing, and what would it feel like to let it slip, even just a little?"

29/10/2025

🛒 Hey Taunton Tesco shoppers, we need your vote!

We're one of three charities being supported by Tesco’s Stronger Starts scheme, and your blue token could make a big difference. Your support will help us provide affordable counselling for 11–15-year-olds who need mental health support right now.

How to help:

When you shop between October 2025 and mid-January 2026, simply pop your blue token in for us at any of these local stores:

• Galmington Taunton Express, TA1 4TY
• Taunton Superstore, TA1 4AB
• Lisieux Way Express, TA1 2PD
• Rex Taunton Express, TA1 3ES
• Taunton High Street, TA1 3PN
• Priorswood Road Express, TA2 7PS

How to vote:

Collect a blue token from on top of the self-service tills or ask your cashier for one, then drop it into our box, usually found near the store exit.

It is quick, simple, and makes a real impact. Every blue token helps us reach more young people and families across our community.

So next time you do your shop, please remember us ... blue token, Somerset Counselling Centre, and a stronger start for local young people.

Please share 💙

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Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 8pm

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Website

http://www.scctaunton.org.uk/

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Counselling helps you explore the way you think and act; to see how you may be repeating unhelpful patterns of behaviour or thinking. It can also help you explore the way you deal with relationships and conflict.

You can bring thoughts and feelings, which you may not feel able to share with friends or family. You are free to talk safely, without fear of rejection, criticism or blame. Your counsellor will not tell you what to do but will help you to make your own choices and to make changes in your life that offer greater freedom in thought and action.

SCC counsellors come from a range of different trainings and incorporate a variety of counselling models including psychodynamic, person-centred, integrative and humanistic.

To give counselling the best chance of working the sessions need to be weekly. The counselling session lasts 50 minutes. Counselling can be time limited 6 – 12 sessions, or over a longer period of time depending on requirement, this will be discussed more fully at your initial consultation.