Wellbeing Scotland
wellbeingscotland.bsky.social
Wellbeing Scotland
@wellbeingscotland.bsky.social
We help people whose lives have been negatively impacted by child abuse. Our caring team of experienced practitioners provide emotional support, counselling, groupwork and help to retrieve records from time in care. www.wellbeingscotland.org
Fantastic opportunity to join our clinical services team as a Group Facilitator to continue the development of our groupwork offering. Hybrid role combining WFH with visits to Glasgow and Alloa offices. Closes 12th November.
Full details here: goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...
November 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In our latest newsletter, Emily shares a reflection on her first full year as an Emotional Support Worker with adult survivors of child abuse.

Read her thoughts, see all back issues and sign up for quarterly updates here: mailchi.mp/b542f370a7c1...
October 27, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Our September Newsletter is out now!

Grab a cuppa and read Emily's reflection on her first year as an Emotional Support Worker.

Hear how our Children & Families team supported a young teen and her mum in Anna's Story.

Not subscribed yet? Sign up here:

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October 2, 2025 at 8:52 AM
As a recognised member of COSCA we are guided by their Statement of Ethics and Code of Practice, which form the foundations of our organisational approach. COSCA recognition reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in counselling and psychotherapy for the people we support.
September 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
We Scottish Children's Health Week and every child’s right to the best possible health. Our Children and Families team are here for young people who have experienced abuse, with a range of age-appropriate, creative techniques to improve their wellbeing.
#MyHealthMyRights #childrenshealth
September 2, 2025 at 1:03 PM
📣 VACANCY - EMOTIONAL SUPPORT WORKER 📣

Join our Adult Services team, working remotely with travel to Glasgow and Alloa.

This is a key role establishing emotional safety for adults who experienced abuse in childhood.

Job description and how to apply:

goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...
July 16, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Catch up with our latest blog which shines a spotlight on our Children & Families service, with insights from some of the team and a handy set of FAQs to help you take the first step to accessing support for a child in your care.

Read the full article here: wellbeingscotland.org/wp-content/u...
July 8, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Sincere thanks to DLA Piper's Edinburgh office for choosing us as their charity partner for 23-24. Their enthusiasm brought in an incredible total of around £20,000 of unrestricted funds!

Ready for a new #charitypartner? Get in touch to hear how we can support your #engagement programme.
July 4, 2025 at 11:05 AM
The 2nd edition of our Newsletter is out now 📢

Featuring interviews with some of our Children & Families team and some impressive fundraising news.

Loving the @insights.blue wordcloud 😍

Not subscribed yet? No problem - sign up to receive future editions right here: mailchi.mp/8539453431c6...
June 29, 2025 at 2:39 PM
#MensHealthWeek serves to remind us of the importance of addressing and managing health issues proactively. If you are ready to take the first steps to improve your wellbeing and seek confidential support to help you heal from the trauma of abuse in childhood, we are here for you.
June 10, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Last week we had the pleasure of attending Lornshill Academy's YPI grand final, where pupils Preeya and Amy did an amazing job of representing us in front of peers, parents, teachers and judging panel. They are winners in our eyes! Thank you for choosing to support us ❤️
@ypi-scotland.bsky.social
June 3, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Our counselling room for adults is a safe & welcoming space with a discreet entrance, where your counsellor or support worker will ensure that you are seen, heard and supported.

Full details of our Support Pathway are available here: wellbeingscotland.org/our-support-...
May 26, 2025 at 7:52 AM
May 21, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Survivors of abuse in childhood may feel anxious some or all of the time.
We’re proud to support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek to help raise awareness of anxiety and share ways we can all help manage feelings of anxiety.
Remember to be kind to yourself ❤️
#ToHelpMyAnxiety
May 13, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We've been supporting people impacted by childhood abuse since 1994. You can contact us directly or be referred by another support service. See our full support pathway at wellbeingscotland.org/our-support-...
May 7, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Trustee opportunity 📣

We would love to hear from you if you have a passion for numbers and could use this to support our financial planning and management.

A background in accountancy is a bonus, not a requirement.

Download our Trustee Pack for more info:
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April 30, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Ready to start healing? Contact us directly, or get referred by another organisation.

Following referral, the first contact is with our triage worker, an experienced trauma counsellor who can assess your needs and explain our support pathway.

Call 01324 630100 or email [email protected]
April 22, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Our aim, vision and mission put survivors of childhood abuse at the centre of everything we do. Catch up with our blog from 2024 to read about how we strive to make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support. wellbeingscotland.org/wp-content/u...
April 18, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Emotional support aims to help you establish emotional safety and prepare you for counselling. Understanding your reasons for seeking therapy can help you to feel ready to see a therapist for the first time.

Find out more:
wellbeingscotland.org/emotional-su...

#EmotionalSupport #Counselling
April 10, 2025 at 12:27 PM
After 5 years of dedicated service, last week we bade a fond farewell to John Gibson, Corporate Services Manager.

Thank you, John! Our chair, trustees and team appreciate everything you have done for us and wish you all the best for a long and happy retirement.

#HappyRetirement #retirement
April 2, 2025 at 3:05 PM
What is Advocacy?

It can be described as helping a person to express themselves, and to access appropriate support to resolve any practical issues they face.

Our experienced Advocacy Worker is available throughout the support pathway.

Find out more at wellbeingscotland.org/advocacy/
March 28, 2025 at 1:24 PM
We are recruiting an Access to Records Support Worker! This would suit someone with qualifications and experience in trauma-informed practice.
Vacancy closes 6th April, interviews Thursday 10th in Alloa.

Download the full job description and application form at:
goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...
March 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Our brand new newsletter is out now!
Read it here and subscribe to receive future editions straight to your inbox:
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#subscribenow #newsletter #charitynewsletter #traumainformed #personcentered #supportpathway #survivors
March 18, 2025 at 10:57 AM
The first edition of our brand new Newsletter is now available! In this issue we celebrate achievements, take a deeper look at Adult Services, and link to our 2023-2024 Annual Report.
Don't miss out - subscribe today to receive quarterly updates to your inbox: mailchi.mp/b542f370a7c1...
March 7, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Congratulations Sergio, winner of Inspiring Individual at Mental Health & Wellbeing Awards 2025 🎉

This is hugely well-deserved recognition of your work with #survivors and the your leadership of the team.

You inspire us all every day 💗

#AwardWinner #Wellbeing #MentalHealth #TraumaInformed
March 7, 2025 at 10:29 AM