Business Details
Professional Counselling Services in Yateley
Established over three decades ago, Cornerstone Counselling Service has provided professional and affordable mental health support to adults in Yateley and surrounding areas. Our mission is to create a safe, confidential environment where individuals and couples can address life's challenges through tailored counselling services. With a team of dedicated volunteer counsellors, we specialise in helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and bereavement. We prioritise building trusting relationships that empower clients to develop resilience and implement practical strategies for lasting positive change. Our service model combines professional expertise with compassionate care, ensuring accessibility through flexible fee structures. As a registered charity (1189879), we maintain rigorous standards through comprehensive counsellor training, supervision, and continuous professional development.Our physical location above Cafe 46 in Yateley provides a welcoming space for therapeutic engagement, with convenient access from the M3 motorway. We maintain strict confidentiality protocols and operate with transparency in all our operations, ensuring clients feel secure throughout their counselling journey. Through our structured approach - beginning with assessment sessions and progressing to regular weekly appointments - we help clients establish coping mechanisms and address underlying emotional patterns. Our commitment to community mental health is further demonstrated through volunteer opportunities and training placements for emerging counsellors.
Services
Counselling
Individual Therapy
Couples Counselling
Anxiety Support
Bereavement Counselling
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in professional mental health support
- Registered charity with transparent operational practices
- Flexible fee structures for accessible counselling
- Comprehensive counsellor training and supervision programme
- Convenient location with M3 motorway access
What people say
Listened but challenged
Manage anxieties
Regain control
Identify triggers
Practical strategies
Services
Counselling
Our core counselling service provides weekly 50-minute sessions with qualified counsellors. Clients receive tailored support for emotional and psychological challenges through a structured programme beginning with an assessment session. The service operates from our accessible Yateley location with flexible appointment times.
Individual Therapy
One-to-one therapy sessions address personal mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. Our volunteer counsellors use evidence-based techniques to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth through regular weekly appointments.
Couples Counselling
Specialised support for couples experiencing relationship difficulties. Our counsellors facilitate constructive communication and conflict resolution in a neutral environment. Sessions focus on improving understanding and strengthening relationships through practical therapeutic approaches.
Anxiety Support
Targeted therapy for anxiety disorders and stress-related conditions. Clients learn practical techniques to manage symptoms and identify triggers through structured sessions. Our counsellors provide ongoing support to develop resilience and reduce anxiety's impact on daily life.
Bereavement Counselling
Specialised support for individuals coping with loss and bereavement. Our counsellors help clients navigate the grieving process through empathetic listening and therapeutic techniques. The service provides a safe space to process emotions and develop coping mechanisms.
People
Beverley James
Service Manager
With extensive experience in counselling services management, Beverley oversees all operational aspects of Cornerstone's therapeutic provision. She ensures quality standards are maintained across volunteer training, client support, and organisational development.
Judy Divall
Chairperson
As chair of trustees, Judy provides strategic leadership while drawing on her deep understanding of mental health services. She ensures the charity maintains its core values while adapting to evolving community needs.
Sandra Fairbrass
Secretary
Sandra manages administrative governance and documentation, bringing organisational expertise to ensure effective implementation of the charity's mission and operational policies.
Bruce Lachlan
Finance Trustee
Bruce oversees financial management and sustainability, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources to maintain accessible counselling services for the community.
Mike Manisty
Technology Trustee
Mike manages digital infrastructure and communications, implementing technology solutions that enhance service delivery while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols.
Questions
What counselling services does Cornerstone offer?
We provide individual and couples counselling for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, bereavement, and self-esteem challenges through weekly 50-minute sessions.
How do I start counselling?
Contact us for an initial assessment session (£25) to discuss your needs, then begin weekly sessions with a matched counsellor at mutually convenient times.
Are counsellors qualified?
All counsellors are qualified professionals who complete our comprehensive training programme, including fortnightly supervision and continuous development.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes, we maintain strict confidentiality protocols with secure voicemail and private counselling rooms to ensure client privacy throughout the process.
What are the fees?
We operate flexible fees agreed during assessment. Qualified counsellors volunteer their time, making our services accessible through affordable pricing.
Where are you located?
Our counselling rooms are above Cafe 46 in Chaddisbrook House, Reading Road, Yateley, with easy access from junction 4a of the M3 motorway.
