A women’s centre is supporting hundreds of women each year through therapy.
Kingston Women’s Centre (KWC), founded in 1982 by the Greater London Council Women’s Committee, continues to serve women across South West London and Surrey with confidential, one-to-one therapeutic counselling.
It was established as part of a wider movement to create community-based support centres for women across London.
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A spokeswoman for the centre said: "We are continually inspired by the courage and determination shown by our clients at every stage of life. We offer a safe and supportive space where women can address challenges in their lives and work towards positive change."
The centre delivers more than 120 sessions each week to women experiencing personal challenges including relationship issues, abuse, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
Its services are delivered by a team of more than 40 trained counsellors. Around 90 per cent of clients achieve the goals they set for themselves.
Sessions last 50 minutes and are offered either in person at the centre or remotely.
In recent years, the rising cost of living has made it even harder for some women to access support, even at KWC’s reduced fees.
KWC is an independent, not-for-profit charity and does not receive statutory funding. Instead, it relies on charitable donations, counselling fees, and community grants to maintain its services.
The spokeswoman said: "As a result, we actively seek grant funding to ensure that financial hardship does not prevent women from receiving the support they need during difficult times. We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our donors, funders, and partners."
Therapy at KWC is designed to help women explore personal concerns confidentially with a trained professional, gain insight, and build resilience at their own pace. The centre’s long-term approach allows clients to make meaningful, lasting change in their lives with the support of a trusted professional.
Established as part of a wider movement to support women across London, Kingston Women’s Centre remains a critical resource for women in need of confidential, affordable emotional support.
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