Westmeria Counselling Services, which has run for 22 years, opened its new building in Cobden Court, Wimpole Close on Friday, June 28.
The Deputy Mayor of Bromley, Gemma Turrell, officially opened the building, alongside supporters, partners and dignitaries.
Since the mental health charity’s founding, it has operated from rented premises in Bromley but has now secured a new home in addition to its Bickley offices.
The charity provides “donation-based” counselling for those facing financial hardship, as well as “affordable” private counselling at £45 per session.
Westmeria offers a counselling college which provides training placements for students entering this field.
A spokesperson for Westmeria said: “With mental health challenges continuing to rise across all age groups, Westmeria’s mission has never been more vital.
“The new premises will enable the charity to expand its services, grow its team of professionals and trainees, and create a more welcoming and secure space for clients seeking support.
“This is a proud and emotional day for our team.
“After 22 years of renting, having a place we can finally call our own is a huge achievement.
“It secures our future and allows us to deepen our impact in the community.”
The charity will reportedly look to mobilise “continued support” from individuals and businesses to help “strengthen” mental health provision in Bromley.
Westmeria is a warning beacon for a borough facing increased mental health problems, as it continues to provide services including high-quality training placements for students and counselling on a donation basis for financially distressed people.
For more information about Westmeria Counselling Services, including counselling services and ways to support the charity, visit www.westmeriacounselling.co.uk.
