How Can NKC Dartford College Support Your Wellbeing?
At NKC Dartford College, we know that looking after your mental health and wellbeing is just as important as succeeding in your studies. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with your mental health, or simply need someone to talk to, support is available.
Our Welfare and Safeguarding Team provides a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where you can access confidential advice, wellbeing support and counselling. Whatever you're experiencing, we'll listen, support you and help you access the right services.
Our Mental Health and Counselling Team
Our Mental Health and Counselling Coordinators form part of our Welfare and Safeguarding Team.
Meet our Welfare and Safeguarding Team
Why do students access mental health support?
At NKC Dartford College we provide mental health support for a wide range of reasons. Some of the most common include anxiety, depression, bereavement, life changes, self-esteem, and confidence. Support is also available for more complex concerns such as self-harm, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts, or questions around identity.
You can speak to our Welfare and Safeguarding Team about any issue that is affecting your wellbeing. Our team will work with you to understand your situation and help you access the right support.
Counselling at NKC Dartford College
What is counselling?
Counselling at NKC Dartford College provides a safe and confidential space to talk about any challenges you may be facing. It gives you the opportunity to explore your thoughts and feelings openly with a trained professional.
Our counsellors are there to listen without judgement and help you develop your own coping strategies and ways forward.
Is counselling confidential?
Our counselling service is confidential. This means that what you discuss will not be shared with parents, carers, or staff.
There are some limits to confidentiality, particularly where there are concerns about safety. These will be explained clearly during your first appointment.
What happens at your first appointment?
Your first counselling session will include:
- An initial assessment and discussion about your situation
- An opportunity to ask questions about the service
- A chance to talk about what you would like to gain from counselling
- Planning any future sessions
What happens next?
Once you request mental health support, a member of the Welfare and Safeguarding Team will contact you to discuss your needs and next steps.
Click here to request mental health support
Interested in counselling at NKC Dartford College?
Volunteer Counselling at NKC Dartford College
We welcome applications from individuals interested in becoming Volunteer Counsellors at NKC Dartford College.
If you would like to apply, please review the role description, complete the application form, and send it to:
Key Information
- Recruitment takes place throughout the year, with multiple intake points
- Applicants will need to provide references covering a two-year period
- A DBS check is required as part of the recruitment process
Download volunteer counsellor role description