Support for adults
We provide counselling, group sessions and other support for patients, families, friends and carers who have been affected or bereaved by cancer or any other life-threatening condition.
One-to-one counselling
Counselling offers a safe space to talk openly, free from judgment or the fear of upsetting others. Research shows it can help people navigate the challenges that a cancer diagnosis or life-threatening condition can bring. We offer in-person counselling for individuals 13 and over on a weekly basis in Frome, Bath, Peasedown St. John, Chippenham, Trowbridge and Street. Sessions are also available via video call or phone.
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Groups, courses and other services
WHY offers further support to those facing cancer or other life-threatening illness with a wide range of groups, courses and other services that are aimed at helping you in the best way possible.
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WHYbemindful
WHYbemindful is an eight-week mindfulness course for people living with and beyond cancer, their carers, family members and friends.
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WHYgrow
A monthly group where participants explore the seasonality of the natural environment in a supportive and inclusive setting.
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The Coffee Connection
A drop-in support group for anyone affected or bereaved by cancer or a life-threatening illness.
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Woodland Wellbeing
Weekly outdoor sessions aimed at reflecting on nature, seasonality and growth as a proven to aid recovery from illness.
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Bereavement Help Point
Bereavement Help Point is a community drop-in space for anyone to meet and talk about dealing with bereavement and loss.
Counselling Venues
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33a James Street West, Bath, BA1 2BT
*Ungendered toilet available
Location: The entrance is on the side of the building with a white door. Please arrive promptly at your appointment time. Press the buzzer marked "A" and the counsellor will let you in. For access issues, please call 01373 455255.
Parking: Free parking at Sainsbury's for 1.5 hours. The therapy room is less than a 5-minute walk away, exiting via the side near Green Park Station.
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Carers' Centre, Woodlands, Lower Bristol Road, Bath, BA2 9ES
* Ungendered Toilet Available
Location: Situated on Lower Bristol Road, approximately 2 miles from Bath city centre. The children's counselling room is upstairs; parents wait downstairs. Please arrive promptly.
Parking: Free parking at the front. Nearby Oldfield Park train station and Twerton High Street bus stops provide public transport options.
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Brookleaze Buildings, Bath BA1 6RA
*disabled loo but others are gendered loos
Location: A spacious community centre just off London Road, Bath. The counselling room is on floor one and there is no waiting area. Accessible room at this venue can be accommodated if needed.
Parking: There is parking at the venue site for a maximum of two hours. There are accessibility spaces and a Geniepoint Charging station. There is street parking nearby too.
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The Therapy Rooms, Pew Hill House, Pew Hill, Chippenham, SN15 1ND
*gendered loos
Location: Turn left into the drive after the green sign for Pew Hill House. Press the intercom buzzer labeled "The Therapy Rooms" to enter.
Parking: Parking is available onsite.
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Selwood School, Berkley Rd, Frome BA11 2EF
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14-15 North Parade, Frome, BA11 1AU
* Ungendered Toilet Available
Location: WHY’s office is based in the centre of Frome. Opposite the Frome Museum. We are situated just past the bridge on Market Place Road, with a large purple sign on the front of the building.
Parking: Pay and display parking at the Cattle Market car park by the Cheese and Grain. Other car parks around Frome are within walking distance to WHY.
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Frome College, Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HQ
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The Hive, Bath Road, Peasedown St John, BA2 8DH
* Ungendered Toilet Available
Location: Located on the main road through Peasedown St John. Enter through the front door where your therapist will meet you.
Parking: Free parking outside the building.
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John of Gaunt School, Trowbridge, BA14 9EH
Location: Counselling rooms within John of Gaunt School. The counsellor will meet you at the main reception.
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20 Union Street, Trowbridge BA14 8RU
*Ungendered toilet available
Location: Situated on Union Steet, the Osteopaths centre is in the row of terrace buildings. There is a sign on the outside of the building.
Parking: The best places to park are either the Lovemead car park or the Broadmead car park. There is free on street parking outside the practice, but this is subject to availability. The Shires Shopping Centre is a 7-minute walk away.
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Mill St, Trowbridge BA14 8BE
*Gendered toilets
Location: Situational on Mill Street in the centre of Trowbridge, Kestrel house is shared building with other organisations. WHY’s logo is on the glass front door to the building.
Parking: There pay and display parking on Court Street. There is free but limited parking on the side of the road on Mill Street for one hour. There is also free parking (up to 3hrs) at St Stephen’s Place Leisure Park.
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4 Leigh Rd, Street BA16 0HA
*Gendered toilets
Location: Crispin Community Centre is right beside Clarks Outlet Village, just off the Westway dual carriageway.
Parking: The nearest parking is at Southside pay and display car park, on Vestry Road.
You can fill in the form here to refer yourself for support.
Please note we are only able to offer services to those living in Bath and North East Somerset, Somerset or Wiltshire and who fulfil one of the below criteria
If you do not fulfil one of the following criteria you can still find information on other support available on our further resources page.
We treat all information you share with us in confidence. If we believe that you or someone else is at risk of harm, we may need to share relevant details with appropriate services to help keep everyone safe, in line with our safeguarding policies.
Please note that we are not a crisis service - if you are in immediate danger or need urgent support, please call 999, the Samaritans on 116 123, or Childline on 0800 1111.
If you need help completing this form, or you are a healthcare professional completing this form on behalf of an adult, please call us on 01373 455255.
