Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Youth Mental Health Support in Basingstoke
Established in 2000, Y P I Counselling has grown from a small initiative to a leading youth mental health charity in Basingstoke. Our team of dedicated counsellors, mentors, and administrators delivers confidential, high-quality support to young people aged 11-25 and their families. Through partnerships with local schools, healthcare providers, and community organisations, we address diverse challenges including anxiety, self-harm, and family conflicts.Our mission focuses on empowering individuals to build emotional resilience and achieve personal growth. With over two decades of experience, we maintain rigorous clinical standards while ensuring accessibility through free services for young people. Our governance by a skilled Board of Trustees ensures accountability and strategic development aligned with community needs.
Services
Youth Counselling
Youth Mentoring
Parent Counselling
Community Partnerships
Fundraising
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in youth mental health support
- Our services are free for young people aged 11-25
- We work in partnership with local schools and healthcare providers
- Our team includes qualified counsellors and clinical supervisors
- We maintain strict confidentiality and clinical governance standards
Services
Youth Counselling
We provide up to 8 free counselling sessions for young people aged 11-25 facing emotional challenges. Our qualified counsellors help with anxiety, depression, self-harm, and relationship issues through weekly 50-minute sessions. The service operates in Basingstoke with referrals available online.
Youth Mentoring
Our free mentoring programme supports 11-19 year olds through eight sessions focusing on self-esteem, social skills, and personal development. Mentors provide non-judgmental support for issues including bullying, motivation, and school transitions. Sessions are available in Basingstoke with flexible referral options.
Parent Counselling
We offer paid counselling sessions for parents and guardians at 35 per session. Our counsellors address family dynamics, emotional well-being, and parenting challenges through weekly appointments. The service helps parents develop strategies to support their children's mental health.
Community Partnerships
We collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and local authorities to improve mental health support accessibility. Our partnerships enable targeted interventions in deprived areas and facilitate referrals. This network strengthens our community-focused approach to youth mental health.
Fundraising
We rely on donations and grants to maintain free services for young people. Our fundraising initiatives include community events, lottery funding, and corporate partnerships. Donations directly support counselling hours and outreach programmes in the Basingstoke area.
People
Sam Hussey
Chief Executive Officer
Sam leads Y P I Counselling's strategic direction and operations. With extensive experience in youth mental health, they ensure service quality and organisational growth while maintaining clinical governance standards.
Clare Webber
Clinical Services Manager
Clare oversees counselling service delivery and clinical supervision. She manages counsellor training and ensures adherence to professional standards while supporting service expansion across Basingstoke.
Colin Craig
Chair of Trustees
Colin provides governance leadership as Chair of Trustees. His expertise in organisational strategy and risk management helps maintain YPI's charitable mission and financial sustainability.
Chris Arnold
Counsellor
Chris delivers one-to-one counselling sessions for young people. As a qualified professional, they specialise in addressing anxiety, self-esteem issues, and family relationship challenges through weekly therapeutic sessions.
Priya Brown
Fundraising Executive
Priya manages fundraising initiatives and donor relations. She develops community engagement projects and secures grants to sustain free mental health services for Basingstoke's youth.
Questions
How do I access youth counselling services?
Complete our online referral form to start the process. Our team will contact you to schedule an initial assessment session at The Orchard in Basingstoke.
Are counselling sessions really free?
Yes, all sessions for young people aged 11-25 are completely free. We fund this through grants and donations to ensure accessible mental health support.
What issues can counselling help with?
Our counsellors support anxiety, depression, self-harm, family conflicts, bullying, relationship issues, and other emotional challenges affecting young people and their families.
How long does mentoring last?
Our mentoring programme provides eight free sessions focusing on personal development, social skills, and overcoming specific challenges like school transitions or motivation issues.
Can parents access support services?
Yes, we offer parent counselling at £35 per session. This helps parents address family dynamics, emotional well-being, and develop strategies to support their children's mental health.
How is YPI Counselling funded?
We receive funding from Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council, Hampshire County Council, NHS partners, and community donations. This enables us to provide free services to young people.
