The Cornwall Counselling Institute Unveils New Cutting-edge Counselling Facilities In Camborne

Affordable Support and Training for Future Counsellors

The Cornwall Counselling Institute (CCI) has officially opened its new home and rebranded CCI Counselling Service at Tamar Tower, Cornwall College Camborne, marking a major step forward in accessible mental health support in Cornwall.

With long NHS waiting lists leaving many struggling to access help, the new facilities offer an affordable alternative while also training the next generation of counsellors.

Deborah Williams, Head of CCI, described the move as “a landmark moment for Cornwall College and the wider community,” adding:

“The demand for mental health support has never been higher, and our new state-of-the-art facilities will allow us to train the next generation of counsellors whilst providing affordable, high-quality therapeutic support.”

Laurence Reed Opens New Facility

To mark the occasion, former BBC presenter and mental health advocate Laurence Reed cut the ceremonial ribbon at the launch event, reinforcing the importance of raising awareness around mental health support.

Deborah highlighted Laurence’s role in the event, saying:

“We are deeply grateful to Laurence Reed for helping us celebrate this occasion and for his ongoing commitment to promoting mental health awareness. His presence emphasised the importance of mental health awareness and the vital role that The Cornwall College Institute is playing in expanding professional counselling education and services for the local community.”

Counselling Sessions for Just £10

The CCI Counselling Service is making professional mental health support more accessible than ever, offering sessions at just £10 for the public and £5 for students studying at Cornwall College, Duchy College, Falmouth Marine School, Bicton College, and Cornwall College University Centres at Newquay and the Eden Project.

Lucy Johnson, CCI Counselling Service Manager, emphasised the impact of these expanded services:

“We are committed to working alongside a wide range of counselling agencies, and the NHS, to provide a comprehensive network of much-needed emotional and psychological support. Our new space in Camborne has eight dedicated counselling rooms and extra teaching areas, making it the perfect place to train future counsellors whilst providing vital care to those who need it most.”

Demand for Counselling Courses Soars

The expansion comes at a time of rapid growth for CCI, with a 30% increase in professional counselling Diploma students and a 25% rise in course applications for 2025.

A new Foundation Degree in Counselling Psychology with Criminology has also been introduced, opening career paths in mental health, criminal justice, and social support.

The new CCI Counselling Service and its cutting-edge facilities aim to provide immediate, affordable, and professional support to the local community.

🔗 Find out more about counselling courses at Cornwall College: www.cornwall.ac.uk/counselling-at-cornwall-college/

🔗 Find out more about CCI Counselling Service: www.cornwall.ac.uk/counselling-at-cornwall-college/cci-counselling-service/