Listening Ear is now accepting referrals for adults that live in Halton and have been bereaved during the coronavirus pandemic.

The services available include:

  • 1:1 Counselling / CBT, delivered by experienced and qualified counsellors and therapists
  • Group counselling, facilitated by experienced and qualified counsellors
  • Access to the bereavement support Helpline, providing practical and emotional support
  • Access to the local ‘Friendship After Bereavement’ (FAB) group

To access the helpline please call 0800 048 5224

All 1:1 counselling and CBT consist of an initial 6 sessions either via video platforms such as zoom, over the telephone, or face to face.

Helpline support is provided by a team of helpline workers, and sessions are usually held by appointment once a week.

Group counselling sessions will be held locally and access to FAB usually occurs following a course of successful therapy, with meetings held on a monthly basis.

To access the counselling services, please complete the referral form that is here.

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