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We don't want you to feel alone

Are you a young person living in the district of Winchester?
Do you ever feel stressed, anxious, or down? You’re not alone.
Mental health is just as important as physical health, and it’s OK to ask for help. That’s where Winchester Youth Counselling comes in. We offer ways to help you deal with your feelings and feel better.
That’s where we come in. 
A trained counsellor can assist you in understanding your feelings and provide coping mechanisms. It takes a little work and might be a bit embarrassing at first, but we’re here to help you every step of the way.  
Don’t wait until things get too much. If you’re struggling, reach out to us today.

 

 

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We are here to help you

 

 

 

Are you a young person struggling right now?

 

 

Parents, do you need our help?

 

 

 

Do you work with young people?

 

 

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As part of our charity mission here at WYC, we aim to continue to build on our position as a youth-led organisation, advocating for positive outcomes in mental health for young people.

In line with our charity values, we continue to increase our community networks and partnerships, spotlighting our youth board.

 

 

Events

 

 

 

Wellbeing Walk-in
Every Wednesday including school holidays for 11-25yr olds, free to attend, no booking required
South Downs Social café, Kings Walk, Winchester
4pm to 5pm

 

 

* Please note for April only this event is to be held on the 1st Wednesday – 1st April*
Parent Support Group for parents/carers of neurodivergent young people
10:15 am-12:15 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Vineyard Church, Bar End Road, Winchester
The group is free of charge, and there is parking on site.

 

 

Parent Support Group for parents/carers of 11 – 25 year olds (Bishop Waltham)
10:00-11:00am on the last Wednesday of every month.
*Please note venue change*
Ruby Room
Jubilee Hall
Bishop Waltham
SO31 1ED
The group is free of charge, and there is parking on site.

 

 

Parent Support Programme – April 30th 6pm – 7.30pm
The topic for April is Communicating with your child/Responding in a crisis
For parents/carers of young people aged 11-25, the sessions will be delivered by clinical experts and will provide an opportunity to meet other parents/carers who support children or young people experiencing mental health and/or emotional difficulties.
£8.00 per ticket

 

Level One – Outdoor Training Day
May 22nd at 10:00am – 3:15pm
Pinsent Campsite, Clarendon Way, Winchester
Winchester Youth Counselling is excited to offer a specialised Level One training day for counsellors, therapists, and professionals working with young people.
Get Tickets £100.00 12 tickets left

 

 

Spring Garden Party Fundraiser – Mental Health Week 2026
May 15 at 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Chesil House, 4 Chesil Street, Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Join us for an elegant evening in the beautiful grounds of Chesil House, with drinks, canapés and a delightful atmosphere. As part of Mental Health Week 2026.

 

 

Make a donation

 

 

 

£25 could pay for a young person to attend a Youth Wellbeing Drop In Session

 

 

£35 could pay for a child to attend a nature therapy workshop

 

 

£60 could pay for a child or young person to attend a one to one counselling session

 

 

 

 

 

“With the support of WYC we as a family have hope for the very first time. WYC has meant the world to us as a family. To have a service like this available is quite frankly saving children’s lives. Thank you.”

“These sessions have truly changed my life – I have seen many positive changes in my relationships with friends and family. I am so grateful that this service is here. It is invaluable”

“Counselling has improved my mental health and made me a happier person.”

“I would highly recommend this service to anyone, it has changed the way I think about myself completely.”

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