At the core of Kindness Matters, we care about mental health. Our founders have all faced significant mental health challenges, ranging from addiction and eating disorders to traumatic experiences and major depression. It was through the pursuit of a life of fun and meaning, in the wake of these experiences, that we met and developed the friendships that grew into Kindness Matters.
Welcome to Kindness Matters
Welcome to Kindness Matters, where we believe that everybody should have the chance to pursue their potential in life - in both success and happiness.
As a non-profit organization committed to accessible mental health care and personal development, we create and run programs that aim to help people achieve a strong sense of self and meaningful success in life. Our hope-based approach views every person as capable of greatness, while recognising that many people face real and varied barriers in pursuing it.
These barriers may include economic challenges, mental health struggles, skills and education gaps, or simply difficulty believing in oneself. Our approach is designed to help people overcome these challenges by building on their strengths while intentionally filling in the gaps.
Sometimes people need counselling and other mental health support to fully enjoy the good that already exists in their lives. At other times, people need practical skills to externally build their lives and improve their environments and opportunities. Our rounded, holistic approach addresses both the individual and the environment they are living in.
We also understand that people are part of families and communities, and that growth happens with others rather than in isolation. No person exists alone. We are here to become part of a person’s world in a way that allows them to empower themselves, rather than be dependent on support.
Our job - and our privilege - is to believe in people while they learn to believe in themselves, and to help them develop strategies and access resources that make their most empowered future possible.
Join us in building a community where no one underestimates anyone.
Together, we can foster enough hope, compassion, and understanding to create real transfarmation in the lives and well-being of real people.
Life is not meant to be survived - it is meant to be lived.
Let’s make that possible.
Wesley Berry
( Counseling & Wellness Coaching )
Wesley leads our counseling services with compassion and expertise, drawing on experience in recovery, trauma, grief, and emotional regulation to help individuals heal and build resilience. Their integrative approach ensures every person feels supported on their journey toward mental well-being.
A strong advocate for family-centered approaches, Wesley focuses on supporting not just the individual, but the family unit as well, creating lasting change in both personal and relational dynamics. Wesley combines evidence-based practices with a focus on personal strength & growth, ensuring that every client feels seen, heard, & empowered.
Allyson Barratt
( Certified Yoga Instructor )
Ally is a yoga instructor who views yoga as a way to connect mind, body, and spirit. Their approach integrates mindfulness, physical health, and emotional well-being, complementing the mental health support offered at Kindness Matters.
Through their expert guidance in our yoga studio, Ally helps individuals of all backgrounds foster self-awareness, relaxation, and resilience. Their classes are designed to support clients in cultivating a deep sense of presence and well-being. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, they create an inclusive, nurturing environment where each person can feel empowered to grow and heal at their own pace.
Richard Weston
( Professional Multimedia Designer )
Richard is a skilled Multimedia Designer with a BA in Multimedia and Advertising. He helps build and grow brands through creative, high-impact design. With experience working with both startups and established businesses, Richard offers a wide range of services — from logo design and animation to packaging, advertising materials, websites, and SEO.
Richard ensures every design is clear, consistent, and engaging. As a self-employed designer, he works closely with clients to deliver unique branding solutions that are both eye-catching and effective.
When he’s not designing, Richard enjoys skateboarding and exploring his love for geology — often collecting rare gemstones, minerals, and crystals in his free time.
