How to access counselling services

How do I arrange to see a counsellor?

You can either:

• Collect a self-referral form from outside the pupil support base.

Complete the front section of the form and then return it to your Pupil Support Teacher.

OR

• Speak to your Pupil Support Teacher.

OR

• Ask your parents to speak to your Pupil Support Teacher.

Consent

After you have completed a referral form I will arrange to meet with you and explain my services in person. This is to ensure you understand what counselling is and are able to give informed consent to work with me. Remember counselling is voluntary. You have the choice to come or not. Whatever you decide to do at this stage is okay.

What can I do if I need help before I get an appointment?

Speak to someone you trust to help you get help, for example your parents, a friend or teacher. If that is not possible contact one of the organisations below:

Telephone - Samaritans on 116 123 or Childline on 0800 1111.

https://www.childline.org.uk

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help-you/contact-us

http://breathingspace.scot