Pembrokeshire's School-based Counselling Service (SBCS) provides free, confidential support to young people in schools across the county. You can access it by speaking directly with your school counsellor to make an appointment, and the service is for children and young people in Year 5 and above who need a safe space to discuss worries like anxiety, bullying, or family issues.
How to access the service
Speak to your school counsellor:
The primary way to access the service is to visit the named counsellor at your school and make an appointment directly.
Ask a trusted adult:
Adults at school, such as teachers, can also suggest that a young person accesses the service.
Self Referral Link:
From September 2025 there will be a new referral system for all pupils accessing the SBCS. For pupils wanting to refer themselves (this can be with support from any staff member) they can use the link below.
https://forms.office.com/e/i7vQxFKa17
What to expect
Confidentiality:
Counselling sessions are confidential, unless there is a concern about harm to the young person or others.
Support for various issues:
Counselling can help with things like loss, family difficulties, bullying, health worries, anxiety, or stress.
Professionally qualified staff:
The service employs experienced and qualified therapists who follow professional ethical guidelines and safeguarding policies.
Headteacher Sian Williams
