Business Details
26 Years
experience
Affordable Mental Health Counselling in New Romney
Since 2000, New Romney Counselling Services has provided accessible, affordable mental health support to communities between Folkestone, Ashford, and Hastings. Founded to address gaps in NHS mental health provision and private counselling affordability, we deliver over 500 monthly sessions through a team of 35+ qualified counsellors. Under Rosalind Russell's leadership, our organisation combines advanced psychotherapy expertise with outreach programmes to serve diverse needs, including long-term therapy cases.We prioritise continuous professional development through subsidised training while maintaining strict adherence to National Counselling Society and BACP ethical frameworks. Our pandemic response demonstrated adaptability through remote counselling services, and we now offer hybrid sessions with enhanced safety measures. With a commitment to community mental health, we collaborate with medical practices, educational institutions, and victim support organisations to ensure comprehensive care access.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
Youth Counselling
Depression Support
Bereavement Counselling
Anger Management
Addiction Recovery
Relationship Guidance
Mental Health Workshops
Remote Counselling
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 35+ BACP-registered counsellors with specialist mental health training
- Hybrid remote and face-to-face sessions with enhanced safety measures
- Subsidised training programmes maintaining industry-leading professional standards
- Established partnerships with medical and educational institutions for referral pathways
- 12+ weekly sessions with qualified supervisors ensuring therapeutic quality
Associations and certifications
- National Counselling Society
- British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapists
Services
Individual Counselling
One-to-one sessions addressing stress, anxiety, and life challenges through confidential conversations. Our counsellors help clients develop coping strategies and self-understanding. Sessions last 50 minutes with flexible remote or in-person options available.
Bereavement Counselling
Specialised support for processing loss and navigating the grieving process. Therapists use evidence-based techniques to help clients manage emotional distress and develop healthy coping mechanisms over structured 12-week programmes.
Couples Therapy
Confidential sessions for partners seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. Therapists facilitate constructive dialogue while maintaining neutrality, helping couples develop mutual understanding and practical solutions.
Youth Counselling
Age-appropriate mental health support for children and young people. Sessions address anxiety, self-esteem issues, and family dynamics using therapeutic techniques tailored to developmental stages and individual needs.
Remote Counselling
Secure telephone and video consultations maintaining therapeutic quality during remote delivery. This service ensures continuity of care for clients unable to attend in-person sessions at our Kent centre.
People
Rosalind Russell
Founder & Lead Therapist
With over 25 years' experience in psychotherapy, Rosalind established NRCS in 2000. She holds advanced qualifications in supervision and mental health therapies, shaping our team's professional standards while maintaining direct client care involvement.
Questions
Is counselling confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is fundamental. Your counsellor will explain exceptions during the first session, such as risks to personal safety.
What happens in the first session?
The counsellor will discuss session structure, confidentiality, and ask 'What brings you to counselling?' to begin your therapeutic journey.
How much does counselling cost?
Costs are discussed during initial assessment. We offer low-cost sessions with no fixed fees to ensure accessibility for all clients.
Who can access your services?
We work with anyone aged 12+, including individuals, couples, and young people, with counsellors specialising in various mental health areas.
Do you offer remote sessions?
Yes, we provide telephone and Zoom counselling options alongside face-to-face sessions at our New Romney centre.
How long are counselling sessions?
Each session lasts 50 minutes, typically held weekly, with a minimum commitment of twelve sessions recommended for effective therapeutic progress.
