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Counselling Service

Psychotherapy

Counselling Support for Vulnerable Children, Teenagers & Families

At Guardian Light Foundation, we believe that emotional healing and stability are the first steps toward rebuilding lives.


Our Counselling Support Service (Tier 1) provides free, confidential, and trauma-informed counselling for:

  • Homeless children and teenagers

  • Single parents facing crisis

  • Families at risk of losing their homes

  • Individuals referred by local authorities, GPs, or social workers

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Each person deserves a safe space to talk, process, and grow stronger — and our trained counsellors and partner professionals are here to support you.

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🧭 Service Overview

 - 1:1 Counselling: One-to-one confidential sessions with a qualified counsellor - Free

 

 - Parent-Child Sessions: Focused support to rebuild communication and trust - Free

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 - Crisis Counselling: Short-term emotional support for individuals in emergency situations - Free

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 - Progress & Recovery Reviews: Optional check-in sessions to review progress and ongoing needs - Free

⚠️ Eligibility Criteria

📝 Please Note:


This service is ONLY available to individuals or families who are:

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  • Homeless or at risk of homelessness (proof required – e.g. eviction notice or letter from council)

  • Referred by a Council, GP, Social Worker, or Partner Agency

  • Experiencing crisis, domestic violence, or significant hardship

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If you do not meet these criteria, please visit our trading arm:
👉 Guardian Light Enterprises Ltd for accessible and affordable private counselling services.

👩‍⚕️ Our Counsellors & Partners

Our counselling team includes:

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  • Qualified Freelance Counsellors who donate pro bono hours

  • Trainee Counsellors on placement, supervised by senior professionals

  • Our Partner Solicitor, who can advise on child arrangements or domestic violence injunctions where appropriate (pro bono, limited capacity)

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All counsellors hold enhanced DBS checks, professional insurance, and ongoing supervision to maintain the highest standards of care.

🧾 How to Access the Service

  • Complete the Referral or Application Form below.

  • Your Applications will be reviewed by our Counselling Coordinator within 10 working days. ( Referral will take 24-72 hours)

  • If eligible (For Applications Forms) , we’ll contact you to arrange an initial assessment (online or in-person).

  • You’ll then be matched with an appropriate counsellor based on your needs.

💬 What Happens Next

  • After submitting your form:

  • You will receive an email confirmation within 2 working days.

  • Our Counselling Coordinator will review your eligibility.

  • If you qualify, you will be contacted to arrange an initial assessment.

🔐 Confidentiality & Safeguarding

  • Guardian Light Foundation adheres to strict confidentiality policies and follows BACP ethical standards.
    All counsellors are trained to handle disclosures of abuse, self-harm, or risk to others with appropriate safeguarding procedures.

📞 Need Immediate Help?

  • If you are in immediate danger or need urgent mental health support, please contact:

  • Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7)

  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247

  • Your Local Emergency Services: 999

NOTE: Referral Form (For Councils, GPs, Social Workers & other charities)

NOTE: Application Form (For Self-Referrals & Eligibility Checks

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