our values

At the heart of Rain & Me. Children’s Therapy are values that guide how we approach both therapy and life. These values reflect our deep commitment to seeing and supporting each person’s unique journey, without judgment or limitation. Here’s an exploration of the principles that guide our work:

Non-Duality
We believe in the interconnectedness of all beings and experiences. Non-duality teaches that there is no separation between ourselves and the world around us, and that healing arises from recognizing the wholeness and unity of life. This perspective allows for a compassionate embrace of both light and shadow, understanding that all aspects of ourselves contribute to who we are.

Decolonised, Earth-Based Perspectives
We are committed to creating a space that honours and respects the earth, indigenous wisdom, and decolonised ways of knowing. This approach invites our clients to reconnect with the natural world, the cycles of life, and practices that have long existed in harmony with the earth. It’s about restoring balance, honouring ancestral knowledge, and embracing ecological awareness in how we understand ourselves and each other.

We also acknowledge that we are on an ongoing journey of decolonisation, continually learning and unlearning years of assimilation. We recognize that this is an evolving process and remain imperfect in this practice, striving to grow and deepen our understanding with each step.

Neuroaffirmative Practice
A core part of our approach is understanding and supporting the diverse ways in which brains can be wired. Neuroaffirmative practice honours all neurotypes, recognizing that differences in how we think, feel, and experience the world are not deficits but are part of the beautiful diversity of human experience. This approach fosters acceptance, support, and respect for everyone’s unique way of being.

Strengths-Based Practice
We approach each individual, child, and family from a strengths-based perspective, which means recognizing and nurturing the inherent gifts and capacities each person holds. This approach is rooted in the belief that everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and thrive—often through building on their existing strengths and resources.

Decentering Mental Health
Rather than seeing mental health challenges as individual problems to be fixed, we aim to decenter mental health in favour of exploring the broader context—familial, cultural, societal, and systemic factors that influence one’s experience. This means understanding that trauma, struggles, and challenges arise from both individual and collective circumstances, and healing occurs in relation to these broader systems of influence. Together, we work toward creating new patterns of safety, understanding, and connection.