What to expect? – your counsellor will understand the issues you may be facing; each person is different; however, in BSL Counselling, common themes are discussed.

Therapy – we usually offer counselling that supports resolutions of your current issues and future planning. Some people prefer a longer, more profound form of psychotherapy. We support both modes of counselling.

When can I start counselling? – if you pay for sessions, therapy generally starts within a fortnight. If you wanted NHS funding, we would make an application following a free assessment session.

No NHS funding application is guaranteed to be successful, and the timeframe is normally between 8 and 12 weeks. 

We pride ourselves on providing safe and compassionate Disability Focused Counselling where all individuals, regardless of cultural, gender or sexual identity, can receive equitable mental health services and support.

So, if you’re struggling in any way right now, don’t hesitate to contact us. 

Social contexts and relationships have a big influence on all of us. This can be a source of both difficulties and problems as well as individual development and growth.

Misunderstandings, misinterpretations and misconceptions can lead to individual and collective suffering, especially when you have hearing loss.

Counselling can help you improve your daily living standards; we do this by helping you with common mental health problems. Examples include:

Depression: You may experience depression due to the isolation and loneliness that can come with deafness and the barriers they face in accessing mental health services.

Anxiety: Communication difficulties and navigating a hearing world can be a source of anxiety for you; the lack of understanding and support from others can compound these feelings.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Deaf individuals may be more likely to experience traumatic events, such as bullying, discrimination, or abuse, which can lead to PTSD.

Substance abuse: Some people may be more likely to turn to substance abuse as a coping mechanism for the stress and isolation they experience.

Psychosis: Studies have shown that deaf people may be at a higher risk of developing psychosis, possibly due to a combination of social isolation, communication barriers, and stress.

It’s important to note that not all deaf people experience these mental health conditions.

We know that most people we see do not have mental health conditions; they have emotional stressors & issues subjected to accessibility, discrimination, limited opportunities, physical, neurological conditions & relationships in general.

These are key issues many deaf people face on a daily basis.

Emotional support: We can provide emotional support to individuals with hearing loss and their families. The counsellor can provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to express your feelings and concerns.

Coping skills: Counselling can help you develop coping skills to deal with the challenges of living in a hearing world. Coping skills can include stress management techniques, problem-solving strategies, and self-care practices.

Relationship and communication skills: We can help you develop better communication and relationship skills. This can improve relationships with family members, friends, and caregivers.

Self-esteem and self-confidence: Counselling can help you improve your self-esteem and self-confidence. This can lead to a better sense of self-worth and a more positive outlook on life.

Goal-setting and motivation: We can help you set realistic goals and develop strategies to achieve them. This can provide motivation and a sense of purpose.

Education and information: Counselling can provide you with information and available resources. 

As a specialist service with a wealth of experience, we can support organisations and the general public with excellent Counselling and Psychotherapies.

Services for 

♣ Individuals 

♣ Couples

♣ Care-Givers

♣ Family Members

♣ Friends

♣ National Health Services

♣ Mental Health Providers

♣ Universities & Schools

♣ Solicitors & Courts

♣ Insurance Companies

♣ Businesses

Private pay clients are able to choose the focus, duration, and frequency of therapy.

Clients are even allowed to choose the length of sessions. Research shows that clients who have to pay something for their treatment have more positive outcomes than those who receive free treatment.

Individuals can start their Counselling almost immediately.

No waiting lists or reports are being sent to GPs. It’s Confidential.  

Pricing 

For the general public, we heavily discounted our session fees. This enables them to access counselling easily at an affordable price.

Session Fees for 50 minutes:

♣ Initial Session £50

♣ Pay as you go £70

♣ Saver3 £180  (3 Sessions)

Some people may find that self-paid is just out of reach; if this is the case, let us know, and we can generally help with a payment plan.

We can apply for free funding in most of Wales. If approved, you will be paid for the counselling.

If applying for free funding, the first session is free.

This session is an assessment; it’s the foundation to enable us to make the application with a first-class treatment plan specific to you or the client.

You can ask us if you qualify for a free funding application or would like to self-refer to start the funding process.

Funding can not be guaranteed; however, we have a great relationship with most NHS regions.

If you want free funding in England, self-refer to Sign Health, which has a national BSL contract with NHS England.

Click Here to Self-Refer to Sign Health