Counselling & Support Service
Our counselling service offers a safe, confidential, reliable and judgement free place to talk to a trained professional.
Important Update about Sandyford’s Counselling Services (SCASS)
Following the outcome of Glasgow City HSCP IJB meeting on Wednesday, 19 March 2025, plans are currently in development for the closure of Sandyford Counselling and Support Service (SCASS).
As of Monday, 31 March 2025, the service is temporarily pausing new referrals to the service of to allow time to plan our implementation of the change. Patients who are currently being seen in the service are unaffected by this change. Patients who are on the waiting list, will be contacted in due course.
Further details about how the closure of the service will be managed will be communicated by the beginning of May 2025
Service update
We are currently experiencing a high demand for our counselling service. Unfortunately, the counselling service may have a significant waiting time before we can offer any appointments. We also offer a The Listening Ear Service for over 18s providing emotional support, advice and information. The Listening Ear service is not subject to the same waiting times as the Counselling Service. Please call 0141 211 6700 to discuss this further as we have a range of support options available.
Sandyford Counselling & Support Service (SCASS)
Sandyford Counselling & Support Service (SCASS) provides counselling to people who have sexual health issues or concerns which are affecting their sexual health and wellbeing.
Our criteria
We can provide support to:
- Individuals who have experienced rape or sexual assault;
- Individuals who have experienced sexual trauma or sexual abuse, including childhood sexual abuse, which is having an impact on their current sexual / emotional functioning;
- Individuals who have sexual health problems, which have an impact on their current sexual functioning;
- Individuals who who are questioning and / or have issues around their sexual orientation or identity;
- Individuals who are questioning and / or have issues around their gender identity;
- Women who are considering or have had a termination of pregnancy;
- Gay, bisexual and all men who have sex with men who have concerns about balancing risks & sexual relationships;
- Young people aged 13 - 17 years old who would benefit from counselling support around any of the above issues.
If you are unsure if you meet our service criteria, please contact us.
How to access the Counselling service
We offer Counselling services to both adults and young people. We accept self-referrals and GP referrals; for all other health professionals and services, they will need to complete an initial referral form.
There is currently a waiting list for counselling. You can find out more about the waiting list and the service by phoning 0141 211 6700.
Confidentiality
All counsellors are bound by the NHS Code of Confidentiality, British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy’s Ethical Framework & British Association of Behavioural Cognitive Therapies. The need to respect client confidentiality is a core principle of counselling. There are exceptions to this confidentiality, for example if you are at risk, but this will be explained in more detail at your first meeting with a counsellor.
What to expect at Sandyford
All the information you need about your visit to Sandyford. Before, during and after your appointment.
The Listening Ear Service
Our Listening Ear Service provides short-term emotional support, advice and information.
Contact Information for supportive organisations
Click here for a list of local and national support.