Welcome to New Heights! We are a small charity based in the heart of Warren Farm, Kingstanding. Our project has two community sites, St. John's Centre and the Community Cafe. Both are located on Warren Farm Road.
Our aims and objectives focus on supporting all individuals within the Warren Farm, Kingstanding area. We provide a range of activities aimed at reducing isolation and overcome barriers that face the local community. A key skill in doing this is our ability to listen to people and provide services aimed at bringing the community together.
Services Offered
Domestic Abuse Counselling Service
Our Domestic Abuse Counselling Service is based in North Birmingham and Sutton Coldfield, we provide a range of counselling and support services for both women and men, over the age of 16, who have experienced or been affected by domestic abuse at any time in their lives. Domestic abuse can be difficult to identify, as it can involve a range of behaviours, that can be subtle and doesn't always involve physical violence.
It can happen to anyone, and in all relationships - heterosexual, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT). Abusive and controlling behaviours can include, but are not limited to: - Jealousy, possessiveness, isolation - Humiliating, criticising or verbally abusing you, playing mind games - Unpredictable or frightening behaviour, making you feel as if you're walking on eggshells, feelings of dread - Controlling or monitoring finances - Threats of and actual violence - Destroying property or belongings - Sexual violence, rape, revenge porn, degrading acts - Stalking and harassment - 'Honour' based violence, forced marriage, female genital mutilation
The service provided is confidential, free of charge and offered during term time only.
Counselling
Counselling provides a safe, supportive place to explore and work through your experiences of abuse.
- This could be an issue from your past, present or anything that concerns you about the future - It is a safe environment to explore your issues, become aware of your choices and build on the inner resources you already have. - Counsellors do not give advice but try to enable and support you to find solutions that are right for you. - The counsellors are members of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work within BACP Ethical Framework
Group Therapy
Our therapeutic groups and workshops provide an opportunity to explore the emotional impact of abuse. Our group therapy focuses on confidence building and peer support, which is a safe space where: - You can share your life stories with people who have had similar experiences - You can feel less alone and isolated and where confidences and self-esteem can be built - You will be encouraged to be positive and confident about yourself, your children and your relationships - You may learn the techniques of using and facilitating support for yourself and others
A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
