Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Counselling & Mental Health Support in Glasgow
Established in 1965, Scottish Marriage Care has been a leading provider of counselling and mental health support services across Scotland and the UK. Our organisation specialises in delivering tailored therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, families, children, and young people, alongside comprehensive employer-focused wellbeing programmes. As a SQA and BACP approved training centre, we maintain rigorous academic and professional standards in our counselling education offerings, ranging from introductory courses to advanced diplomas. Our mission focuses on creating safe, confidential spaces where clients can explore emotional challenges and develop resilience.With over 60 years of operational experience, we combine clinical excellence with accessible services, ensuring support is available regardless of personal circumstances. Our counsellors hold diploma-level qualifications and maintain membership with recognised professional bodies, while our training programmes have produced generations of qualified practitioners. We operate under COSCA Recognition Scheme standards and actively promote universal access to mental health resources through both in-person and online delivery models.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
Child Counselling
Family Therapy
Employee Support
Youth Counselling
Marriage Guidance
Parenting Support
Online Counselling
Counselling Training
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We've provided mental health support for over 60 years
- Our counsellors maintain BACP/COSCA professional standards
- We offer both in-person and online therapy options
- Our training centre holds SQA/BACP course accreditation
- We provide employer mental health support programmes
Associations and certifications
- BACP
- SQA
- COSCA
What people say
Safe hands
Improved communication
Professional support
Confidential environment
Positive change
Services
Individual Counselling
Explore personal challenges in a confidential setting with qualified professionals. Our one-to-one sessions address anxiety, depression, and relationship issues through evidence-based approaches. Clients receive tailored support to develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth.
Couples Counselling
Address relationship challenges through guided sessions focusing on communication and conflict resolution. Our specialists help couples navigate infidelity, trust issues, and life transitions. The process strengthens relationships while maintaining individual perspectives.
Child Counselling
Specialised support for children dealing with family changes and social challenges. Qualified counsellors use age-appropriate techniques to help young clients express emotions. Sessions focus on building resilience and emotional understanding.
Family Therapy
Address family dynamics through structured therapeutic sessions. Our approach improves communication and resolves intergenerational conflicts. The programme supports families navigating behavioural issues and relationship breakdowns.
Employee Counselling
Confidential mental health support for workplace staff. Our service includes stress management and professional reflective practice. Employers benefit from improved staff wellbeing and reduced absenteeism.
Questions
What counselling services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, child, youth, and employee counselling services across Scotland and the UK.
How can I book a session?
Book online through our website or call 0808 802 2088 during opening hours (Mon-Thu 9am-9pm).
Are your counsellors qualified?
All counsellors hold diploma-level qualifications and maintain membership with professional bodies like BACP and COSCA.
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes, we provide online and telephone counselling services accessible anywhere in the UK.
What training courses are available?
We offer SQA/BACP accredited courses from introductory level to advanced diplomas in counselling and supervision.
How long has The Spark been operating?
We've been providing counselling services since our establishment in 1965.
