The Healing Pod

22/04/2026

💬 Did you know 14 million working days are lost each year in the UK due to menopause?

Behind that number are women showing up every day while feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or not quite themselves…
some even quietly wondering if they can keep going, or thinking about stepping away from their careers altogether 😔

That’s why I’ve created a 6-week Workplace Menopause Empowerment Programme—offering support, understanding, and space to rebuild confidence.

I’m starting to work with local businesses across Gateshead and the North East to bring more awareness and compassion into the workplace.
With more focus on menopause support for larger organisations coming in 2026, now is a really good time to start the conversation.

👉 Link in comments for more info �

👉 If your workplace could benefit from better support, feel free to tag them or message me 💌

20/04/2026

Why combine massage and reiki? ✨

It’s simple, you will receive ultimate relaxation! 💜

The positive physical effects on the muscles through therapeutic massage followed by a reiki session will further promote stress reduction ☺️

A combination of these two effective therapies is a wonderful way to balance mind and body. So book in with Cat and take some time for yourself 🪷

17/04/2026

Fab cause and some amazing prizes 💜 Kibblesworth Time Capsule

🎟️🎟️ WHO WANTS RAFFLE TICKETS?! 🎟️🎟️

💰 £1 per strip 💰

Here’s the FULL prize list 👇(sorry won’t let me tag all the businesses due to spamming! - we’ll add them in the comments so please give them a follow!)

🏊 Family swim pass – Birtley Community Pool

🪴 Planter – Buddlea Lane plant nursery

🍕 2 x Pizza + spin the wheel vouchers – Casa Rosa Birtley

🧺 Hampers – Continental Delicatessen Birtley

💐 Gift voucher – Flowers By Sue Birtley

🍝 £20 gift voucher – Giuseppe's Italian Bistro

💇‍♀️ Cut and blow dry voucher + Osmo Shampoo and Conditioner set – Hair by sophie

🐑 Family Pass (2 adults + 2 kids) – Hall Hill Farm

🍦 £20 gift voucher – Mr Whippy Gateshead

🎁 £20 M&S voucher – Kibblesworth Village Millennium Centre

🐶 £50 gift voucher – North East Pet Shop

🐾 Gift voucher – Pawsome Park

🧁 Discount voucher – Pud.Birtley

🥓 Breakfast in a box – Ravensworth Grange Farm

💆‍♀️ 30 min deep tissue massage – Renewyou

🍛 £20 gift voucher – Soho Tavern Gateshead

🍷 Bottle of red wine – The Coach House

🌿 1 hour restorative Reiki session – The Healing Pod

🥂 Bottle of Moutard Méthode Traditionnelle Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay – The Rare Drop

🍻 £20 gift voucher – The Stone Trough

💅 £10 gift voucher – Village Beauty & Aesthetics by Jill Nicholson

💄 Face of makeup – Lulu's Hair & Makeup

✨ AS WELL AS… 👀

🍸 1.5ltr Gin
🥂 Prosecco
🍸 Vodka
🧴 Gift sets

From lovely individuals ❤️

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🤯 Not bad, eh?!

💛 Huge thank you to every single person and business who has donated – it really means so much

🙏 We hope we haven’t missed anything out! If we have, please shout!

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🎟️ Raffle tickets available now!

🎉 Club event tickets also on sale – only £3!

👉 Comment below or message us to get yours!

🍀 You’ve got to be in it to win it 👀

13/04/2026

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10/04/2026

Completely agree with this, every like and share of our posts could bring the treatments and therapies we offer to the people who need it most.
I am so grateful for our lovely followers and everyone who interacts with us 💜💜💜, thank you, thank you, thank you 💜

I can not stress the power of shares and comments on posts for business purposes.

Since taking the jump and getting a place I can have set days and work on Rain or Shine Counselling I’ve had a fluctuation in clients reaching out. The most clients I’ve had for a while. (This still makes me just break even)

I’ve made a loss on my business the last few months and I’m not ashamed to share that. It’s hard and heartbreaking when I’m working hard to build myself but understandable with cost of living therapy isn’t on the top of some people’s lists (I cannot stress enough I do not believe people should have to pay for the therapy they want). I pay my counsellor privately because the NHS didn’t meet my needs. One of the first things I say to clients have you asked work if they have therapy or have you referred yourself to talking therapies. I would never ever keep a client for money purposes.

A share, a comment - one could help a person get the help they need/want. Two helps me make my income. Three helps me do the job I love and trained/studied years to do.

Thanks for your support. It means a lot. I’ve neglected promoting my business (I forget that’s what is actually called) because it’s hard and tiring and I think I promote other people’s more than my own. Easier to blow someone’s else trumpet than your own.

If you have shared my posts, shared my page, recommended me to someone. Please know it means so much to me and I’m really grateful. Something that is FREE to do and can take seconds - can have a HUGE impact on my families life.

I’m also really grateful to other businesses who have helped me for free too!

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09/04/2026

Thinking about trying Reiki? 💜

It’s not about instant miracles — it’s about deep relaxation and gentle shifts within your body and mind.
You might feel calmer, sleep better, release emotions, or simply notice a sense of balance returning over time.
Everyone’s experience is unique, and often the most powerful changes are the quiet, subtle ones ✨

If you’re needing space to pause, reset, and reconnect with yourself, Reiki offers exactly that 💫

Drop us a message or use the WhatsApp button to book 💜

08/04/2026

Feeling not quite like yourself lately?
Low in confidence, overwhelmed, emotional, or just… off?
You’re not alone 💜
I’m starting a 6-week in-person Menopause Empowerment Programme next week, created as a safe, supportive space for women to reconnect with themselves, build confidence, and feel understood.
This isn’t just information — it’s real conversations, support, and time just for you.
✨ Small, friendly group (only 10 spaces)
✨ Starts next Monday evening
✨ £30 for the full 6 weeks (including a little goodie bag 💜)
Right now I have a couple of spaces left, and I would love to fill the group with women who are ready to feel more like themselves again.
If this is speaking to you, message me or comment below and I’ll reach out 💜
Also thinking of creating an online version — would that suit you better?

07/04/2026

✨ 25% OFF Reiki & Massage – Available Until May ✨

We have appointments available this week and would love to get you booked in 💫
For a limited time, we are offering 25% off all Reiki and massage sessions until May — the perfect opportunity to prioritise your wellbeing without putting it off 💜

💆‍♀️ Massage – ease tension, stress & tight muscles
✨ Reiki – rebalance your energy & bring a sense of calm

If you’ve been saying “I need to book something” but haven’t got round to it yet… this is your sign 👀
📩 Message or WhatsApp to book your appointment — spaces are available this week
Your body and mind will thank you 🤍

02/04/2026

THE MENOPAUSE EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM 💜
This isn’t just another course🥰
This is a 6-week space for women who are ready to understand what’s happening in their bodies, reconnect with themselves, and move through menopause feeling more confident, supported and in control.
I’m keeping this group intentionally small — just 10 women — so it feels safe, personal and genuinely supportive.
With only 10 spaces, this is starting to fill💫
We’ll be covering everything from hormones and lifestyle to mood, confidence, relationships and thriving beyond menopause.
📍 Millennium Centre, Kibblesworth
📅 Starts Monday 13th April
⏰ 6:30–7:30pm
💷 £30 (includes a goodie bag)
If this is speaking to you, trust that feeling.
Message me or WhatsApp 07467495613 to secure your place 💜

01/04/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Jim Bilarmi, Sandra Julian Pilsworth, Tracie Law Symphomania

30/03/2026

🌿✨ Spring is a gentle invitation to slow down, reset, and take care of you ✨🌿

If you’ve been feeling a little tired, overwhelmed, or just in need of some space to breathe… you’re not alone 💫

We are offering Reiki & Massage sessions to support you in relaxing, rebalancing, and reconnecting with yourself 💆‍♀️💖

🐣🌸 Easter Offer:
Enjoy 25% OFF all sessions until the end of May

✨ A few spaces available ✨
This is your reminder that you don’t have to wait until you’re exhausted to receive care 🤍

✨ What would feel most supportive for you right now — rest, calm, or a little energy boost?
If you feel called, pop a word below or send us a message 💌