The Kindred Guide: Gentle online peer support for sensitive, thoughtful beings
The Kindred Guide: Gentle online peer support for sensitive, thoughtful beings
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Welcome to a quiet sanctuary designed to provide gentle, neurodivergent‑friendly peer support online sessions: for sensitive, thoughtful humans who want to feel more grounded, seen, and supported.
Welcome to a quiet sanctuary designed to provide gentle, neurodivergent‑friendly peer support online sessions: for sensitive, thoughtful humans who want to feel more grounded, seen, and supported.
My Approach
My Approach
My work is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in deep listening. I don't diagnose, fix, or push. Instead, I offer a calm space where you can explore your inner world at your own pace.
My work is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in deep listening. I don't diagnose, fix, or push. Instead, I offer a calm space where you can explore your inner world at your own pace.
Together, we follow what feels true for you: your rhythms, your needs, your way of processing. This is support that honours sensitivity, neurodivergence, and the quiet wisdom you already carry.
Together, we follow what feels true for you: your rhythms, your needs, your way of processing. This is support that honours sensitivity, neurodivergence, and the quiet wisdom you already carry.
What I Offer
What I Offer
I offer 45‑minute 1:1 gentle listening sessions: a warm, unhurried space where you can share what’s on your mind and feel genuinely understood.
I offer 45‑minute 1:1 gentle listening sessions: a warm, unhurried space where you can share what’s on your mind and feel genuinely understood.
Who This Space Is For
Who This Space Is For
This space is for you if you’re seeking:
This space is for you if you’re seeking:
• a calm, non‑judgmental place to talk
• a calm, non‑judgmental place to talk
• gentle support without fixing or advice
• gentle support without fixing or advice
• grounding during overwhelm or transition
• grounding during overwhelm or transition
• someone who listens with presence and care
• someone who listens with presence and care
• a slower, softer pace to explore what’s on your mind
• a slower, softer pace to explore what’s on your mind
About Me
About Me
My name is Ruma, and I hold space for sensitive, thoughtful humans who move through the world a little differently.
My name is Ruma, and I hold space for sensitive, thoughtful humans who move through the world a little differently.
I’ve always been someone who feels deeply. Someone who notices the quiet things, the subtle shifts, the unspoken layers. For a long time, I didn’t realise that this way of being was a strength. It took time, unlearning, and gentleness to understand that sensitivity isn’t something to fix. It’s something to honour.
I’ve always been someone who feels deeply. Someone who notices the quiet things, the subtle shifts, the unspoken layers. For a long time, I didn’t realise that this way of being was a strength. It took time, unlearning, and gentleness to understand that sensitivity isn’t something to fix. It’s something to honour.
My work comes from that place.
My work comes from that place.
I’m not here to analyse you or push you toward a version of yourself that doesn’t feel true. I’m here to sit with you, slowly, openly, without pressure: so you can hear your own voice more clearly. I offer grounding, reflection, and a steady presence for people who are tired of being misunderstood or rushed.
I’m not here to analyse you or push you toward a version of yourself that doesn’t feel true. I’m here to sit with you, slowly, openly, without pressure: so you can hear your own voice more clearly. I offer grounding, reflection, and a steady presence for people who are tired of being misunderstood or rushed.
I care deeply about creating spaces that feel safe for neurodivergent nervous systems. Spaces where you don’t have to mask, perform, or explain everything. Spaces where you can arrive exactly as you are.
I care deeply about creating spaces that feel safe for neurodivergent nervous systems. Spaces where you don’t have to mask, perform, or explain everything. Spaces where you can arrive exactly as you are.
This work is meaningful to me because I know what it’s like to long for a place where you can finally exhale.
This work is meaningful to me because I know what it’s like to long for a place where you can finally exhale.
A place where someone meets you gently, without trying to fix you.
A place where someone meets you gently, without trying to fix you.
If that’s what you’re seeking, you’re welcome here! 🌿
If that’s what you’re seeking, you’re welcome here! 🌿
Peer support, not therapy. A gentle companion on your path.
Peer support, not therapy. A gentle companion on your path.
What to Expect
What to Expect
Before
Before
Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a warm welcome and your Microsoft Teams session link.
Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a warm welcome and your Microsoft Teams session link.
No preparation is needed: simply come as you are.
No preparation is needed: simply come as you are.
During
During
A quiet, 45‑minute 1:1 session where I listen with full presence.
A quiet, 45‑minute 1:1 session where I listen with full presence.
Together, we create space for your thoughts and feelings to unfold at their own pace.
Together, we create space for your thoughts and feelings to unfold at their own pace.
After
After
You’ll receive a short follow‑up note with any reflections or resources we touched on, offering a bit of support to carry with you into the days ahead.
You’ll receive a short follow‑up note with any reflections or resources we touched on, offering a bit of support to carry with you into the days ahead.
I am Ruma, your kindred guide. My practice is grounded in the belief that being truly heard is a profound path to healing and growth.
I am Ruma, your kindred guide. My practice is grounded in the belief that being truly heard is a profound path to healing and growth.
Questions & Connections
Questions & Connections
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kindred Guide?
The Kindred Guide is a gentle, grounding space offering compassionate listening sessions and supportive digital resources. It’s not therapy: it’s warm presence, intention, and care.
Are your sessions therapy or counselling?
No. My sessions are not therapy, counselling, or mental health treatment.
They are peer support based, grounded in deep listening, empathy, and lived experience.
Who are your sessions for?
Anyone over 18 who wants a calm, supportive space to breathe, reflect, and feel heard.
Many of my clients are neurodivergent, sensitive, or navigating overwhelm.
How do I schedule my session?
After your booking & purchase, you’ll receive a confirmation email with Teams Meeting Link.
You can choose a slot that suits your rhythm and energy.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
You may cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your session at no cost.
Cancellations made within 24 hours, or missed sessions, are non‑refundable.
What is your refund policy?
If you cancel more than 24 hours in advance, you may request a refund.
If I (your support person) need to cancel or reschedule, I’ll let you know as soon as possible.
You may choose a new time or receive a full refund, regardless of notice period.
Do you offer crisis support?
No. I’m unable to provide crisis or emergency support.
If you’re in immediate distress, please reach out to local emergency services or a crisis helpline in your area.
How is my privacy protected?
Your privacy is deeply important to me.
I only use the information you provide to fulfil your order and support your session.
I keep minimal notes (if any), and they are deleted once no longer needed.
Do you work with international customers?
Yes, warmly.
I’m based in New Zealand, but my services and digital items are available worldwide.
What if I’m unsure whether a session is right for me?
You’re welcome to message me.
I’m happy to gently clarify what I offer so you can make an informed, comfortable choice.
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
1. Information I Collect
1. Information I Collect
your name, email, and postal or billing information (if applicable)
details of the product or service you purchased
information you choose to share in messages, forms, or sessions
2. How I Use Your Information
2. How I Use Your Information
I use your information to process orders, communicate about sessions, provide support, and meet legal obligations. I do NOT use your information for marketing unless you explicitly opt in.
3. Nature of My Services
3. Nature of My Services
I offer peer support and compassionate listening, not clinical mental health services. I do not diagnose, treat, or keep clinical records. any notes taken are minimal and deleted when no longer needed.
4. Sharing and Disclosure
4. Sharing and Disclosure
I only share information with necessary service providers (like payment processors) or as required by law. I do NOT sell or share your information for marketing.
5. Data Retention
5. Data Retention
I retain information only as long as necessary for service delivery, order support, or legal obligations. Session notes are deleted securely after use. You may request deletion at any time.
6. Your Rights
6. Your Rights
Access your personal information
Request corrections or deletion
Withdraw consent for use
7. Security
7. Security
I take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss or unauthorized access, including secure storage and timely deletion of session related notes.
8. International Customers
8. International Customers
Based in New Zealand, I serve customers worldwide and support relevant international privacy standards like GDPR.
9. Contact
9. Contact
If you have questions, please reach out via the contact details on this site. I am the data controller of your personal information.
Gentle Support, Kind Listening.
Gentle Support, Kind Listening.
Contact
Contact
kindredguide@gmail.com
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