Focus Counselling is our chosen Charity!
They are a professional, affordable counselling and mental health charity working in Bath, Frome, Wells and the surrounding areas.
Here's a bit about what they do
Focus exists to make counselling and mental health support accessible to anyone who needs it, and in the last year alone, we delivered just under 10,000 counselling sessions to over 1,500 clients — from children and teenagers to adults, couples, and families.
Our incredible team includes 39 counsellors, 16 trainees and 4 volunteers, many of whom offer their time at reduced or no cost, so no one is left without support because of finances.
They recently moved into our new Bath home at 36 Gay Street From here, we run several community initiatives, including:
Eating Disorder Support Group – now in its 18th year, this free, pro-recovery group is open to anyone aged 18 and over and facilitated by two trained counsellors.
Neurodivergent Women’s Peer Support Group – launched in October 2025, this new space, co-facilitated by neurodivergent therapists - Hannah Stainer and Amy Barnett, offers connection, understanding, and community.
In Frome and Wells, they run two free Drop-in Cafés for young people aged 13 to 19 year olds. These safe, informal spaces to come to on their way home from school for those struggling with anxiety, low mood, bullying, or anything else weighing them down. Over the last year in Frome alone, 40 young people in crisis were supported through our Drop-in and 80% went on to receive further funded counselling at the Focus Frome Counselling cottage.
These are just some of the ways Focus Bath is trying to meet people where they are, particularly when they’re at their lowest.
They are also creating a series of free downloadable Self-Help Guides starting with one for people experiencing low mood and depression. It’s full of practical tools, insight, and reassurance. These are free to download from their website (see below).
To donate to Focus Bath please visit: www.justgiving.com/charity/focuscounsellinguk