The Guernsey Counselling Service has been awarded a grant to expand its operations.
In 2025, the Guernsey Counselling Service (GCS) responded to enquiries from 183 potential clients and delivered 798 counselling sessions - a 21% increase on the year before.
A new £45,000 grant from the Lloyds Bank Foundation has been awarded to the charity to help it deal with this rising demand.
Since 2004, the GCS has supported islanders experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress linked to major life transitions.
It does so with a flexible contribution basis, asking clients to pay only what they can afford so that financial circumstances are not a barrier to accessing support.
Chairman of the GCS, Martin Thornton, says the funding gives them stability.
“We are incredibly grateful to Lloyds Bank Foundation for the Channel Islands for supporting our work and recognising the importance of accessible mental health services within our community.
“Demand for counselling support continues to grow across the island, and we know that many people would struggle to access private counselling services without charitable support.
"Our aim is to ensure that nobody is prevented from receiving help because of their financial circumstances.
“This funding gives us greater security and stability as we continue improving our services, reducing waiting times and supporting islanders facing a wide range of mental health and wellbeing challenges.”
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