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At Pathway Project we have a diverse counselling team of employed counsellors, volunteer counsellors and student counsellors; all of whom are dedicated to therapeutically supporting those impacted by abuse and violence.
We offer a client orientated counselling service to those aged 18 and over, who have or are experiencing domestic and sexual abuse and we are also committed to offering a counselling service to secondary survivors.
At Pathway Project we recognise the widespread impact of trauma on individuals, therefore our counselling service aims to emphasis wellbeing, trust and empowerment. Our counsellors use trauma-sensitive techniques to support growth, helping those impacted regain control and rebuild self-worth.
What is trauma-informed counselling?
Trauma is a deeply impactful experience that can alter the course of one’s life in ways that are often difficult to understand and process. Whether from a single event, a series of experiences, or prolonged exposure to harmful situations, trauma can have lasting effects on a person’s mental, emotional, physical and social well-being. It can shape how individuals see themselves, others, and the world around them.
Trauma-informed counselling has a deep appreciation and understanding of the diverse and wide devastating impacts trauma can have, tailoring support to each unique individual offering a compassionate, safe and dynamic space to facilitate self-reflection, hope, empowerment and modelling a future with you at the centre.
It is often a deep personal decision to start counselling. Counselling involves a combination of self- awareness, emotional preparedness, willingness to be open, proactive mindset and continued commitment. By carefully considering these factors, you can determine if you’re ready to commit to starting your counselling journey with us at Pathway Project.
How can I refer myself in?
If you like to refer yourself into our counselling service you can either complete our online form via our website or if you would like to discuss counselling further, please call our 24/7 helpline on 01543 676800. Our wonderful helpline staff will take you through a set of questions to make sure we are offering you the most appropriate support based on your needs.
Please note, that if you refer yourself in via our online form, the helpline team will reach out to your thereafter to discuss support pathways.
What happens after my referral is accepted?
If you are accepted into our counselling service, you will go on our waiting list, the helpline staff will provide you with the most up-to-date waiting time.
Pathway Project aim to offer 6-weekly check-in calls while you are on the waiting list, however, rest assured, if you need support at any time while on our waiting list, you can always call our 24/7 helpline.
Once you have reached the top of our waiting list, a qualified counsellor will reach out to you to arrange a counselling assessment, which usually takes no longer than hour. This assessment is an opportunity for us to get to know you better and a chance for you to ask any questions you may have.
Following on from the assessment, if we feel we can offer you counselling; we always aim for you to be allocated to one of our dedicated counsellors within of month of being assessed.
What can I expect from Pathway Project Counselling?
We are proud to offer counselling on Monday – Fridays between the times of 9am-5pm via online (via Microsoft teams), telephone and face to face counselling.
We offer up to 12 weeks of counselling and unless they are exceptional circumstances, you will have the same counselling experience with your allocated counsellor.
