Rain or Shine Counselling

Rain or Shine Counselling A counselling service that provides that reassurance come rain or shine

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06/05/2026

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Inner child grounding edition 🤣🙌Using a slinky to ground myself between clients today.Simple, sensory, calming and be fu...
06/05/2026

Inner child grounding edition 🤣🙌

Using a slinky to ground myself between clients today.
Simple, sensory, calming and be funny.

Let’s see if I can get it down all the stairs today. I’ll probably have an Ace Ventura moment

Wednesdays 🌈 my biggest client day 🌈

Choosing a private therapist can give you something that little different and that’s time. Time to build a trusting ther...
05/05/2026

Choosing a private therapist can give you something that little different and that’s time.

Time to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, time to go deeper or time to move at your own pace.

Longer term support isn’t about rushing a change, it’s about having a consistent space.

A sounding board, a place to be heard, understood and gently challenged when needed.

No waiting lists. No pressure to do everything in a few sessions

This week’s appreciation post goes to my old boss, . Wow… what a woman. Firm but fair, always direct, always honest and...
02/05/2026

This week’s appreciation post goes to my old boss, . Wow… what a woman. Firm but fair, always direct, always honest and you never had to second guess where you stood with her.

The reason I appreciate her so much? Her honesty, yes but also the way she supported me, even when she knew it might lead me to eventually leave. To me, that’s what a great manager looks like.

She’s wiped my tears, cheered me on, pushed me forward, and (rightly!) told me off once or twice 🤦🏻‍♀️🤣. But every single bit of it came from a place of wanting the best for me.

From the bottom of my heart, Hayley don’t ever change your vibe or your style.

I left that job and lost a boss… but gained a friend.

And to my current .not.a.statistic.ne and previous bosses 😱😱I’m sorry, but she really has set the bar high. She’s been the best, and I think she always will be.

Boss b***h energy 💥🌈 thank you for everything Hayley 🫶

It’s okay to take your time finding the right counsellor.You should feel safe.You should feel seen.You should feel like ...
01/05/2026

It’s okay to take your time finding the right counsellor.

You should feel safe.
You should feel seen.
You should feel like you can be you. 🌈

Feeling really grateful after attending the Game of Two Halves Conference yesterday at the Hearing Anthony Hutton from ...
30/04/2026

Feeling really grateful after attending the Game of Two Halves Conference yesterday at the

Hearing Anthony Hutton from and James from share their stories was powerful. I’m very grateful for the small bits of advice James has flung my way over the last year or so. Small words can have a big impact.

Both spoke with such honesty about their journeys, (had a few tears) but they have taken their bad times and turned this into new highs, they have challenged themselves and they’ve used those experiences to create something meaningful for other men.

There’s something really special about listening to people speak so openly and using their voices to make a difference, especially in men’s mental health.

A great day with a lot to take away 💭🌈

No waiting lists.No delays.Just support, when you need it most.If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, this is your ...
29/04/2026

No waiting lists.
No delays.

Just support, when you need it most.

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, this is your sign 🌈

27/04/2026

Monday morning vibes…

A big well done to everyone at Amanda Loscombe School Of Dance who also did a sponsored walk yesterday. Especially Emily...
27/04/2026

A big well done to everyone at Amanda Loscombe School Of Dance who also did a sponsored walk yesterday.

Especially Emily and Jess who I’ve sponsored.

Again, amazing seeing the kids raising money for things they believe in!

If you can help a little give them a shout!

Well done everyone! Keep up the good work

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Well done Silksworth Youth FC Navy who walked 5 mile from Sillksworth to Seaburn to raise funds towards their presentati...
27/04/2026

Well done Silksworth Youth FC Navy who walked 5 mile from Sillksworth to Seaburn to raise funds towards their presentation night.

More so Archie who I have sponsored.

I love Sunderland and our community and will try and help out in anyway I can. Any little helps.

If you can help the team out with a little sponsor give them a shout

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Faster access (no long waiting lists)With services like NHS talking therapies, you can sometimes wait weeks or months (t...
26/04/2026

Faster access (no long waiting lists)

With services like NHS talking therapies, you can sometimes wait weeks or months (that’s if you’re lucky). Private counselling often means you can be seen within days.

You choose the counsellor ( I know a bunch of amazing counsellors)

You’re not just assigned someone, you can pick based on approach, personality, specialism, even the vibe. That matters more than people think and the relationship is a huge part of what makes therapy work. I always say, still reach out even if I am not the counsellor for you I know others that I’d recommend.

More consistent, longer-term support

Some free services offer limited sessions (e.g. 6–12). Private therapy can go at your pace whether that’s short-term or open-ended. I have tried both and prefer my private therapist (I picked one to call me out of my BS and we have worked together for a long time) but also my one of my NHS therapists (ironically called Kirsty) inspired me to want to do this for a job.

Flexibility around your life

Evenings, weekends, online, in-person, you’re more likely to find something that fits your schedule rather than squeezing into what’s available.

More tailored approach

Private counsellors often have the freedom to work more creatively or integratively, rather than sticking to a strict model or timeframe.

Privacy and comfort

Some people feel more at ease knowing they’re outside of systems like the NHS or employer-linked services.

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35 West Sunniside
Sunderland
SR11BU

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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