Lothian Deaf Counselling Service (Health in Mind)

Availability : Edinburgh Wide

Provided by: Health in Mind

Who is this for?

  • People aged 18 years old and over who are Deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or deafblind

Description

Health in Mind offer a free confidential counselling service for those aged 18 or over who are Deaf, deafened or hard of hearing living in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Counselling is currently available in English. Sessions can be face-to-face, online, or via telephone.

What is counselling?

Counselling is a boundaried confidential and supportive relationship with someone who is trained and experienced in helping people talk about the difficulties they are experiencing in their lives. It helps to build trust and overcome personal challenges to take greater control of life. Please watch the videos in BSL for more on our service and on the benefits of counselling.

How do I access this?

  • Self referral
  • Referral by third party

For more details visit Lothian Deaf Counselling Service on health-in-mind.org.uk

Is there a cost?

Free

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Location information

Face to face at Shandwick place or online or via telephone

Opening times

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
SaturdayCLOSED
SundayCLOSED
Health in Mind

Contact Details

Health in Mind
40 Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, EH2 4RT

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Types of support on offer:

Online
Support in person
Support on the phone

Type of services on offer:

Isolation
Loneliness
Long term conditions/disabilities
Low mood
Relationships and Family Life
Self confidence
Stress
Substance use

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