Self-referral, low cost counselling options without a waiting list.
At Emotional Wellbeing Group (EWG), we provide free and low-cost counselling services and emotional support to people in Wigan and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship issues, loss, or just need someone to talk to, our counsellors are here to help.
We offer a range of accessible mental health support options, including live chat support, face-to-face counselling, webcam counselling, young people support and group therapy. Some services operate on a minimum donation basis, helping to keep support affordable for everyone.
Counselling & Emotional Wellbeing Support Services.
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Live chat
Our live chat counselling service is a confidential, free emotional support drop-in where you can chat instantly with a trained counsellor online. This service is ideal if you need:
Immediate emotional support
A safe place to talk about your feelings
Guidance on next steps for your wellbeing
Live chat is open weekly at set times, and sessions are free to access
Our youth counselling service supports young people aged 13–17 with emotional wellbeing challenges. Sessions are delivered by trained counsellors in a safe, comfortable setting and tailored to support young people through issues such as:
School stress
Friendship or family difficulties
Anxiety and self-confidence issues
Face-to-face counselling is available in person in Wigan, with a minimum donation required.
Young Peoples Counselling 13-17
We offer individual face-to-face counselling sessions in Wigan town centre, providing a private and supportive environment to explore your thoughts and feelings with a qualified counsellor. This service is suitable for adults seeking support with:
Anxiety or depression
Stress and emotional distress
Relationship challenges
Self-esteem or confidence issues
A minimum donation applies to help us continue running low-cost support.
Individual Face to Face Counselling
Couples counselling
If you and your partner are experiencing difficulty in your relationship, our couples counselling services provide a supportive space to communicate, reflect, and rebuild understanding together. We offer both in-person and webcam counselling options for relationship support. Couples and relationship counselling, with a minimum donation required.
Online Counselling
Our webcam counselling service enables you to access counselling from the comfort of your own home. Using secure video technology, you can meet with a counsellor and receive emotional support for a wide range of issues.
This service provides a flexible way to access our counsellors when in-person sessions aren’t possible or convenient. A minimum donation applies to this service.
Group Therapy, Wellbeing & Support Sessions
We also offer group therapy and wellbeing support sessions, giving people the opportunity to connect, share experiences, and learn skills in a supportive group setting. These sessions may focus on wellbeing, relaxation, life skills, or emotional resilience.