Here When it Matters Most Rainbow Rogues

Here When ItMatters Most

Community counselling, family support and inclusive wellbeing services for children, young people, adults and families across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

Choose the support that's right for you

For children, young people & adults
Community Counselling

Safe, confidential counselling for children, young people and adults.

No referral required Explore Counselling
For families with children who have additional support needs
Family Support

Family-centred support, including practical guidance, emotional support and help navigating challenges.

No diagnosis required Explore Family Support
For children with additional support needs
Connect & Grow

Inclusive group activities where children can connect with others, build confidence and feel accepted.

No diagnosis required Explore Connect & Grow

Support that starts with understanding

We know that reaching out for support can feel difficult. People often come to us when they feel overwhelmed, isolated, unheard or unsure where to turn next.

We do not believe that you should have to wait until crisis point before support is available. Our work is built around listening first, understanding what matters most, and offering support that feels safe, respectful and manageable.

Whether through community counselling, family support or inclusive group activities for children, we create welcoming spaces where people feel accepted, connected and supported.

Accessible

Support should be easy to reach when people need it, without unnecessary barriers.

Person-centred

We listen to each person's experiences, needs and strengths.

Family-centred

We recognise that families often need practical, emotional and community-based support.

Child-centred

We create safe, understanding spaces where children can feel accepted and supported.

In 2025, Rainbow Rogues provided
more than 5,900 hours of direct support

To children, young people, adults and families across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

5,900
hours of direct support delivered
325
counselling sessions delivered

Behind every number is a person or family who reached out and found support when they needed it most.

Words from the people we support

Sometimes the clearest way to understand our impact is through the words of the people and families we support.

Community Counselling
"It feels so good to have a safe space to say anything I need to."
~ Community Counselling Client ~
Family Support
"Rainbow Rogues were a lifesaver for our family. It gave us a place where we felt normal, heard and supported, and we gained so much support and knowledge."
~ Parent accessing Family Support ~
Community Counselling
"I thought I had nothing to discuss, but I was holding it all in."
~ Community Counselling Client ~

Everything we do is made possible
by people who care

Every volunteer, fundraiser, event supporter and donor helps us continue providing accessible support.

Volunteer

Give your time, skills and kindness to help support children, young people, adults and families.

Fundraise

Raise vital funds by taking on a challenge, organising your own fundraiser, or supporting one of ours.

Join an Event

Come along to our community and fundraising events, meet others and be part of Rainbow Rogues.

Donate

Help fund accessible counselling, family support and inclusive opportunities when they are needed most.

Take the first step.
We're here.

Providing comprehensive support for children and families with additional support needs or disabilities. No referral needed.

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