School counselling is about providing children and young people with a safe, trusted place to talk when life feels overwhelming and hard to navigate. It’s a form of mental health support provided directly in schools, helping pupils who may be struggling with anxiety, stress, low moods, or day-to-day challenges that affect their learning progression and relationships.
Here in Glasgow, our counselling for schools focuses specifically on secondary schools and colleges. By offering support early, we can ease pressures before they grow, reducing the risk of poor mental health later in life. Sometimes, just having someone listen to you makes all the difference.
Book a free 15-minute consultation and discover how our school counselling services in Glasgow can give your pupils the support they need to feel seen.
What is School Counselling?
School counselling is structured mental health support for children and young people, delivered within schools and colleges to help them manage difficulties that affect their education and relationships. Educational staff often step in to support pupils, but without the training of mental health professionals, this can feel overwhelming. NHS waiting times often mean that pupils are in crisis before they’re able to access treatment. We’re here to bridge the gap.
We deliver high-quality, effective counselling and psychotherapy support to Secondary schools, Further Education and Higher Education institutions in Scotland. The support we offer is tailored to your specific needs and delivered by qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapists. All of our counsellors are registered practising members of a recognised governing body such as BABCP, BACP or COSCA.
Contact us today to learn more about compassionate adolescent mental health services in your school and see the long-term advantages for pupils and staff.
How Our School Counselling Services Work
Our qualified therapists offer counselling support to everyone in your community, including pupils, educational professionals and supporting staff.
We make the process simple and supportive:
- Referral: Our one-on-one treatments begin with a self-referral or referral by a teacher, parent, or guardian.
- Assessment: Our mental health professionals then carry out an assessment in real time, allowing them to develop a treatment plan that reflects the individual’s needs.
- Support plan: This may include one-to-one counselling sessions, group workshops, or toolkits for building resilience.
- Ongoing support: Whether through talking therapy, focused therapy, or guided activities, pupils receive help until they feel stronger.
- Review: Progress is checked to make sure the approach continues to meet each age group’s needs.
All of our treatment is evidence-based, and our counsellors even offer support during the school holidays if it’s needed.
We don’t just offer counselling on a one-to-one basis. We’ll provide resources that support the emotional well-being of the whole community. Our approach includes group work, workshops and self-help toolkits to help people manage their own mental health.
Schedule an assessment today and give your pupils access to compassionate counselling for students in Glasgow.
The Benefits of School-Based Counselling
Research has shown that counselling for education has an indirect positive impact on a pupil’s academic achievement. Evidence shows that mental well-being strategies in education help to improve overall attendance and attainment. Mental health issues in adolescence can cause difficulties which last into adulthood and affect a young person’s ability to build a happy and successful life in the long term.
Our Bridging the Gap project was delivered to provide mental health support to young people in four Glasgow secondary schools. Our counsellors worked one-to-one and in group settings. The results were impressive, with:
- An 80% improvement in the mental health of young people we worked with one-to-one.
- In 9 out of 10 cases, symptoms were reduced to a non-clinical level with targeted psychological therapy, even in moderate to severe cases.
- Group work also delivered a significant improvement. On average, we achieved a 50% reduction in overall distress levels.
“We are delighted with the progress our pupils have made working one-to-one with The Talking Rooms CBT Therapist in school. CBT balanced with a youthful counselling approach has proved popular with our pupils, and the flexible and individual approach The Talking Rooms and the allocated therapist take has made this experience a truly beneficial one.” – Stephen Stone, Head Teacher, St Rochs, Glasgow.
The results show that early intervention in schools isn’t just about getting through the term; it’s about helping children step into the world with the skills, resilience, and confidence to not only survive, but thrive.
FAQs About School Counselling
Here are some of the questions schools, parents, and pupils often ask us about our mental health support for students.
A school counsellor offers a confidential space where pupils can share their emotions and worries. Sessions may include talking therapy, creative tools, or guided strategies that tackle challenges like bullying or exam stress. It’s about helping pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to grow.
We provide counselling in schools for high schools and colleges, supporting children and young people aged 12 and above. Early intervention at this age protects emotional health, helps prevent poor mental health later in life, and reassures pupils through clear confidentiality.
Yes. Teachers often carry heavy responsibilities, and we know how draining that can feel. We offer counselling services for teachers, wellbeing workshops, and tailored support for school staff. When staff feel cared for, they’re better able to support pupils too.
Our qualified counsellors and mental health professionals use evidence-based therapy for students and therapy for teachers to address issues like anxiety, depression, and self-harm. They also share simple strategies with teachers and families, extending mental health support beyond the counselling room.
When children and young people feel stronger at school, the impact extends to their homes. Better self-esteem, calmer relationships, and less psychological distress all benefit the family. We also provide guidance for parents on how to keep helping children outside of sessions.
Let’s talk about what your school needs. Our friendly team will walk you through how school counselling services can make a real difference for your pupils and staff.
Why Choose The Talking Rooms
When you bring counselling into your school, you want to know the support is safe, professional, and flexible enough to meet the needs of your community.
That’s where we come in.
- Fast access: We aim to see pupils within just 5 days of referral, so no one is left waiting.
- Tailored support: We work with children and young people, counselling for teachers, and families to create the right approach for your setting.
- Blended therapy styles: From CBT therapy to person-centred approaches, we use evidence-based methods that genuinely make a difference.
- Flexibility: Counselling can be delivered in person at your school or online, with one-to-one sessions, group work, or workshops available.
At The Talking Rooms, we care about the overall health and well-being of your pupils and the wider school community, and also support tailored education counselling when schools need it most. We’ll walk alongside you to make sure that care is felt every step of the way.
Book school counselling with The Talking Rooms to build calmer classrooms, stronger family connections and confident pupils. Here, talking changes everything.