Dumfriesshire MP David Mundell has paid a visit to the Relationships Scotland Dumfries & Galloway centre in Dumfries to find out more about the work they do in this region.
The local centre is part of a national organisation which aims to helps people with counselling, mediation and family support.
Mount St Michael, Craigs Road, DumfriesBased Mount St Michael in Craigs Road, Dumfries, the Centre offers various services across the Dumfriesshire and Galloway area, including –
• Relationship counselling (individual & couple)
• Family mediation
• Child contact centres
• Psychosexual therapy
• Child Focused mediation
• Direct consultation with children
• Stepfamily mediation
Mr Mundell met with Service Manager, John Dougan and his team, who explained their work.
The MP was extremely impressed with the range of services on offer and the expertise of local staff and their commitment to helping those with problems.
“It was great to see the excellent work they are doing to support local children and families and learn about the whole range of services available locally,” he said.
“The hard work of organisations such as this often doesn’t get the praise and attention it deserves and is making a real difference. Sadly there are many situations which arise across my constituency and across Scotland that put a strain on relationships and it is good to know that expert help is available.
Following his visit local MP David Mundell commented: “The work done by the Dumfries and Galloway Relationships team is making a great difference to the lives of hundreds of people across this area.
“I was very impressed by the services they offer and the commitment and dedication of their staff.
He added: “My visit shows there is no need to suffer alone but it also highlights that more needs to be done to support and highlight the work organisations such as this are doing.”
For more information and advice on this service please visit their website at http://www.relationships-scotland.org.uk/find-a-local-service/counselling-services/dumfries-galloway