CoCo Counselling in Communities

Availability : Edinburgh Wide

Who is this for?

  • People aged 16 years old and over

Description

CoCo Counselling is an Edinburgh based community counselling service offering one-to-one counselling and psychotherapy for adults and young people.

Clients will be offered an initial appointment followed by a block of 11 sessions lasting 50 minutes each. If they require longer-term counselling, they can can re-apply for further blocks. In addition to the indoor work, CoCo offers a ‘walk and talk’ service to those who prefer working in the outdoors.

The team consists of eight counsellors working through the week, offering support in a wide range of issues such as:

  • relationship difficulties
  • unemployment, homelessness
  • bereavement, loss or pregnancy
  • isolation, anxiety, depression or stress
  • self-confidence and self-esteem
  • abuse or violence
  • childhood issues
  • workplace issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Gender identity
  • Trauma
  • Workplace issues

How do I access this?

  • Self referral

Is there a cost?

CoCo offers a limited number of affordable spaces without a minimum payment.

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Location information

  • Wheelchair access
Public transport
The name of the closest main bus stop is Surgeons’ Hall, located on Nicolson Street. From Surgeon’s Hall turn at the crossroads into West Richmond St (next to Specsavers). At the next junction cross using the pedestrian crossing and you will be at the door of the Charteris Centre.

Opening times

Monday10:00 - 16:30
Tuesday09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday10:00 - 16:30
Thursday09:00 - 20:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00
SaturdayCLOSED
SundayCLOSED
CoCo Counselling in Communities

Contact Details

Kate Frazer
140 Pleasance, Edinburgh , EH8 9RR

Types of support on offer:

Online
Support in person
Support on the phone

Type of services on offer:

Anxiety
Bereavement and grief
Complex needs
Depression
Eating disorders
Healthy living
Housing, benefits, debt
Isolation
Learning, employability, volunteering
Loneliness
Long term conditions/disabilities
Self confidence
Self harm
Stress
Substance use
Trauma

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