Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Counselling and Mental Health Support in Glasgow
Established in 1965, The Spark has been a leading provider of counselling and mental health support services for individuals, couples, families, children, and young people across Scotland and the UK. As a BACP and SQA approved training centre, we deliver high-quality counselling training programs, including diplomas and continuing professional development courses. Our team of professionally qualified counsellors, many with advanced specialisations, adhere to rigorous clinical standards through memberships with BACP, COSCA, and OTI.With six decades of experience, we combine compassionate care with evidence-based practices to address diverse emotional and psychological challenges. Our services extend to employer-focused solutions, including employee counselling and workplace wellbeing training, reflecting our commitment to accessible mental health support. We operate under a COSCA Recognition Scheme Award, demonstrating our dedication to clinical excellence and community impact.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Counselling
Family Counselling
Youth Counselling
Employee Counselling
Training Courses
Fast Access Therapy
Professional Supervision
School Counselling
Online Counselling
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have 60 years of experience delivering counselling services across Scotland
- Our counsellors are BACP, COSCA and OTI registered professionals
- We offer SQA and BACP approved training programs for counsellors
- We provide nationwide services including online support across the UK
- We hold the COSCA Recognition Scheme Award for clinical excellence
Associations and certifications
- BACP
- SQA
- COSCA
What people say
Invaluable support
Felt very supported
Happier couple
Essential guidance
Safe space
Services
Individual Counselling
Explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a safe confidential environment. Our qualified counsellors help address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and bereavement through tailored therapeutic approaches. With flexible session options, we support adults seeking personal growth and emotional wellbeing across Scotland and the UK.
Couples Counselling
Improve communication and resolve relationship challenges with professional guidance. Our specialist counsellors help couples address conflicts, rebuild trust, and strengthen relationships through evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Available for all relationship stages, from pre-marital guidance to long-term partnership support across our UK service network.
Youth Counselling
Provide emotional support for young people aged 12-18 through dedicated counselling services. Our trained professionals help adolescents navigate complex emotions, relationships, and mental health challenges in a safe, confidential space. Delivered both in-person in Glasgow and online across the UK.
Employee Counselling
Enhance workplace wellbeing with our professional employee counselling services. We help organisations support staff mental health through confidential therapy sessions and tailored wellbeing programs. Our solutions improve staff retention and productivity while meeting corporate social responsibility objectives across UK businesses.
Counselling Training
Develop counselling skills through SQA and BACP approved training programs. From introductory courses to advanced diplomas, our curriculum prepares professionals at all career stages. Courses include specialist qualifications in youth counselling, supervision, and online therapy delivery methods.
Questions
How do I book a counselling session?
Complete our online form or call 0808 802 2088 during opening hours (Mon-Thu 09:00-21:00) to schedule an appointment with our Glasgow-based team.
Are your counsellors qualified?
All counsellors hold diploma-level qualifications with many having advanced specialisations. They maintain professional registrations with BACP, COSCA, or OTI.
Do you offer online counselling?
Yes, we provide online and telephone counselling services accessible anywhere in the UK, with in-person sessions available from our Glasgow location.
What training courses do you offer?
We deliver SQA and BACP approved programs including diplomas, supervision training, youth counselling qualifications, and continuing professional development courses.
Can employers access your services?
Yes, we provide employee counselling programs, professional reflective practice sessions, and mental health training solutions for organisations across the UK.
How long have you been operating?
We have provided counselling services since 1965, making us one of Scotland's longest-established mental health charities with nationwide reach.
Reviews (7)
Kimberley Mathieson
Jan 16, 2022
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This is not my own experience, however it was a family member. They felt their situation wasnt taken seriously.
Kathy Alves
Sep 26, 2021
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After 6 sessions with the Counsellor, I have to say this was the best decision to do either for my mental state or lifestyle. Always there for me, when I called unexpectaly and during sessions as well. Was hard but it did make me feel like I can be myself, hope and see a better future ahead of me. I higly recommend them, the waiting list might be long but was damn worth it!!
Amanda Jane
Sep 11, 2021
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I can't thank Therese enough for everything she helped with and for showing such amazing compassion and kindness. Excellent organisation. Very grateful for the assistance.
Helen Panni
Dec 26, 2020
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They didn't help us with our problems. They Listened but no advice was given. We wasted alot of time at the beginning with a questionnaire.
Pam Cheng
Dec 26, 2018
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Great experience training with The Spark , I've just finished my COSCA skills course and I would highly recommended them.
Sian Parfitt
Jul 05, 2018
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Completed the COSCA Counselling Skills course delivered by the Spark in June. Excellent course, excellent tutors. Highly recommend.
Shelley Kinloch
Jul 26, 2016
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Fantastic training courses; accounts for the complexities of therapy work whilst remaining practical in approach. Interesting and enjoyable.
