The Theresa Williams Action Against Domestic Abuse of African Women
Freelance Counsellor
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Company Description
The Theresa Williams Action Against Domestic Abuse of African Women is part of The Theresa Williams Foundation (TWF), a UK-based non-profit dedicated to ending violence against women and children, with a focus on African and Caribbean communities in the London area. The organization provides culturally sensitive support, education, and advocacy to help women and girls safely leave abusive situations and rebuild their lives. Through expert-led training, awareness campaigns, and community outreach, TWF works closely with local partners to strengthen protection and support networks. The foundation is committed to creating a future where all individuals can live with safety, dignity, and freedom, and seeks professionals who share this mission-driven focus.
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Role Description
The Freelance Counsellor to provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive counselling and emotional support to individuals affected by domestic abuse, primarily within African and Caribbean communities.
Hours: 2.5 hours per week, for 40 weeks. The grant is a year programme.
About the Role
You will give one-to-one counselling to women on the programme. You will help them cope with trauma and build their mental health. Where women need longer-term care, you will refer them on to NHS services or signpost them to other organisations where they will receive a person-centred approach.
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You will need
- Registration with BACP, UKCP, or NCPS
- Experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse and trauma
- A good grasp of African and Caribbean cultures, and of Christian and Muslim faiths
- An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to get one
How to Apply
Send a quote to Theresa Williams at twaadaaw@gmail.com. With it, include:
- A short background on your skills and experience
Hours: 2.5 hours per week, for 40 weeks.
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