Talk2SYPC is Slough's Young Person's Counselling Centre, dedicated to providing free, confidential counselling and emotional support to anyone between the ages of 13-25, in a comfortable and safe environment.

What does it cost?
Our service is FREE

Where is it?
We are located at Slough Young People's Centre, 323 High Street Slough SL1 1TX.

How do I make an appointment?
Please telephone our confidential phone line, 01753 824155 or e-mail us at talk2sypc@slough.gov.uk. Alternatively, you could ask your parent, teacher, or any one else you trust to ring for you. When you telephone for an appointment, please leave a message with your name and phone number on our confidential phone line. You will be called back and either given an appointment or placed on our waiting list. When an appointment time becomes available we will contact you and book you in. We try to keep the waiting list to a minimum. When we call please feel free to ask whatever questions you want.

When you come for your first session, we will spend the first part taking some information, this allows us to find out about you and your problems, whether you have a support network, what your expectations and goals of our work together may be.

Please don't worry if you feel anxious, or concerned you will be upset, it's all part of the process - it's a big step, and a very brave one.

Who funds us?
We are supported by Slough Borough Council

The Counsellors
Our Counsellors go through a very careful selection process and undergo a police check (CRB) in accordance with current government requirements. They are required to keep their skills up to date by attending training courses each year. We are a member of BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy) and abide by their Code of Ethics and Practice. Copies are available on request.

Can I bring someone with me for support?
If you feel you need to , however, counselling sessions are confidential therefore they would not be able to attend the actual session, but are welcome to wait for you. A young person may wish a parent to accompany them, or to speak to us prior to the session, which is fine.

Do you do counselling by phone
Yes, please contact me for details.

How many appointments will I need to have?
That will depend on the type of issues you wish to work on. This is something we will discuss at our initial session, to find the right amount for you.

Do you give advice?
Counselling is about helping you feel strong enough to make choices about your situation.

	1. Have a problem you can't resolve?    A. and can't tell anyone    B. but you can talk to friends/parents    C. but it can wait til another time 2. Are you feeling ?    A. angry/empty/lonely/depressed    B. ok some days    C. ok 3. Do you self-harm?    A. frequently    B. now and then    C. not at all 4. How do you cope at school?    A. your behaviour is not good    B. bit frustrated at times    C. generally ok 5. Are you bullied or do you bully?    A. often    B. sometimes    C. not at all 6. Do you drink/take drugs?    A. far too much    B. sometimes    C. not at all 7. How is life at home?    A. tense atmospheres/silent/arguments    B. up and down    C. ok 8. Do you find your confidence is?    A. very low    B. up and down    C. ok 9. Do you have phases of not eating?    A. constantly    B. now and then    C. not really 10. Is it hard to stick up for yourself?    A. yes    B. now and then    C. no

If you’ve answered:

Mainly A - You may benefit from seeing a non-judgemental counsellor who can build trust with you and you can feel heard. That is not to say that you are a bad person. It may just mean that some difficulty has been very hard for you to deal with and Talk2SYPC is here to help you.

Mainly B - You probably have some good relationships around you to share problems.

Mainly C - You seem to have good coping skills to deal with most difficulties.