Answering the Call: Turning Compassion into Action

In this heartfelt episode of The Glitter Effect, host welcomes Tina Kendall-Davies, a seasoned counsellor with over 20 years of experience helping people through grief, trauma, and mental health challenges. Tina is the founder of Anytime Counselling, a service created to reach those who often fall through the cracks of traditional support systems—especially in remote or rural communities. Tina shares her journey from a passion for teaching to becoming a full-time counsellor. Initially aiming to be a school counsellor, she grew frustrated with the limitations of the education system—where bureaucracy often hindered real, meaningful help for students. This frustration ultimately led her to retrain and open her own counselling practice. Her “aha” moment came after a late-night emergency call from a distraught mother whose son had attempted suicide. Unable to find help with a 6–8 week waiting list, the woman turned to Tina, who saw first-hand the urgent need for immediate, compassionate care. That night became the turning point. Exhausted but deeply moved, Tina and her husband made the life-changing decision to expand her counselling services and commit to meeting people where they are—emotionally and geographically. Throughout the episode, Tina speaks about the power of empathy, showing up consistently, and how even small acts of care can transform lives. She’s a beacon of hope for families in crisis and a true “glitter spreader” in the mental health world. Anytime Councelling: https://anytimecounselling.com.au/