Renew Counselling and Training

Renew Counselling Wins ‘Counselling Service of the Year’ at Prestige Awards for Second Year Running

Renew Counselling has been named Counselling Service of the Year at the Corporate Livewire Prestige Awards for the second consecutive year. This recognition underscores the charity’s outstanding contribution to mental health support in Essex and East London.

From its beginnings as the West Ham Central Mission in 1904, Renew Counselling has become an essential pillar of support for individuals of all ages, offering accessible and affordable counselling services to those struggling with mental health challenges. Over the past year, the charity delivered nearly 15,000 sessions, assisting more than 1,000 clients in overcoming emotional difficulties.

The judges praised Renew Counselling for its inclusive approach, remarking:

“Renew Counselling offers a crucial service for those members of society who can sometimes be left behind. The mental health experts are dedicated to providing low cost, accessible and responsive counselling and psychotherapeutic interventions to anyone that needs it.”

Commenting on the award, Nikki Schuster, CEO said: 

“We are deeply honoured to be recognised as Counselling Service of the Year for the second year in a row. This award is a reflection of the hard work and commitment of our entire team, who are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those who turn to us for help. The growing demand for mental health services is evident, and we are more determined than ever to ensure that our services remain accessible to all who need them.”

Renew Counselling provides a range of high-quality counselling services for adults, young people, and children, as well as offering training and supervision to ensure continued professional excellence. The charity’s commitment to helping individuals lead fuller lives by supporting their emotional wellbeing has been transformative for many in the local community.

For more information about Renew Counselling and its services, please visit www.renew.org.uk or contact info@renew.org.uk