WIPCS is a Scottish registered charity (SC042212) and Company limited by guarantee (Co 388547) which is managed by a board of directors.
WIPCS offers emotional care and support to anyone facing any kind of pregnancy related distress.
- Unintended pregnancy – what now?
- Antenatal screening results – not what was hoped for, now what?
- Bereavement – ectopic/ molar/miscarriage/stillbirth/infant death
- Post abortion trauma and depression
- Infertility
Our practitioners are trained in pregnancy crisis support and bereavement counselling specifically aimed at pregnancy related loss and post-abortion recovery. We are committed to regular ongoing training and have access to regular supervision. Our ethical standards are in keeping with those specified by the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP).
WIPCS is a confidential, caring service which is client centred, non-directive and free of charge. Appointments are flexible, without a long waiting list and can be arranged to suit individual requirements. In order to protect the anonymity of our clients the location of our premises is disclosed on a need to know basis.
Our Values
- We acknowledge freedom of choice, therefore respect all clients’ decisions.
- We seek to provide information that is accurate, up to date, impartial, clear, accessible and well evidenced.
- Our service is inclusive irrespective of gender, age, marital status, racial, ethnic, or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or beliefs, or physical or mental capacity.
- Client confidentiality is of the utmost importance and will be safeguarded according to written policy.
- With the client’s permission we aim to work with other agencies when appropriate.
Our Ethos
WIPCS strives to:
- Make our service accessible to anyone who needs it
- Ensure every person who contacts us feels accepted and respected
- Demonstrate kindness, care, compassion and integrity at every contact.