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Talking therapies for domestic abuse survivors
We offer a range of one-to-one counselling services from our Outreach Support Centre in Bolton. Specialist talking therapies are available to both adults and young people from as early as 4 years.
Counselling helps by providing a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings.
Counselling for adults
Counselling sessions are available to women aged 18 and over who have been affected by domestic abuse. A more general counselling service is also accessible if you have other personal experiences you would like to explore.
We use a mix of different therapies and counselling techniques within the sessions to find the style of counselling that works best for you. Services are offered in-person or remotely to suit you. Our number one priority is to let you do the talking and to listen respectfully without ever making judgements. It’s always your choice to talk about your experiences.
Counselling for children and young people
Counselling and children’s therapy is for young people between the ages of 4-18 who have experienced domestic abuse either in familial or personal intimate relationships. Counselling can help young people to manage their behaviours and cope with experiences that are affecting their emotional and mental health.
We use a mix of play and talking therapy with young people. Play therapy works really well with very young children as they can ‘play out’ and express feelings they find difficult to put into words. Talking therapy helps them to work through their experiences and come to terms with what’s happened to them.
Our Filial Therapy Service is a blend of play therapy and family therapy and can offer a way for parents and carers to re-attune to their children through the medium of play.
How to refer for counselling
Adults
You can refer yourself to adult counselling for domestic abuse and/or more general talking therapy. Please call us on 01204 365677.
Children and young people
Children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse can be referred to counselling by a professional such as a social worker or GP. The child must be registered with a Bolton GP.
Professionals
Any professional can make a referral for an adult, child or young person who has been affected by domestic abuse and violence. Please call us on 01204 365677 or contact us to start the process.
What counselling clients say…
“Excellent service and an amazing counsellor. Have not felt this good in a very long time.”
“Kind, friendly and non-judgemental. I feel able to come off pause and with the strategies I have learned, feel able to cope going forward.”
“The team at Fortalice have provided much support for myself and my son. This service is very professional and any safeguarding issues were addressed immediately, appropriately and thoroughly.”
“Excellent help from my counsellor. I was able to honestly discuss my issues and move forward. A fantastic service!”
“Being able to talk and not be judged has helped so much. No problem was too little. I’m now feeling positive about my future.”