Betsy Jenny Counselling and Wellbeing Cafe C.I.C

Betsy Jenny Counselling and Wellbeing Cafe C.I.C A vibrant community hub based on Bridge Street, Sunderland SR1 1TQ.

Offering a range of mental health provisions including; free/low cost counselling, alternative therapies, work coach, group sessions, wellbeing activities and low cost healthy food.

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20/06/2026

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**SUNDERLAND, WE'RE HERE.**

A cafe with sunflowers in the window. A team that actually listens. Low-cost, donation-based counselling — with some free spaces available — for anyone who needs it. A genuine mental health hub for Sunderland, built quietly over four years — and we're just getting started.

You asked who we are. Now we're telling you: **we're the place to be.**

Coffee that's under a fiver. A team of volunteers who chose to be here. A space that's open whenever you need a minute, a chat, or somewhere to just *be*.

This is Betsy Jenny. Sunderland's mental health hub. Come find us.

📍 30 Bridge Street, Sunderland SR1 1TE
📞 07865 487613

We're a bit speechless, Sunderland. 🌻we shared our story — sunflowers, a cheeky caption, and a lot of heart. We thought ...
20/06/2026

We're a bit speechless, Sunderland. 🌻
we shared our story — sunflowers, a cheeky caption, and a lot of heart. We thought a few people might see it.
73,434 of you did.
Thank you for sharing it, commenting on it, we're not just a cafe — we're the mental health hub this city wanted. That means everything to a small team who started this from scratch.
If you're new here: welcome. Pop in for a coffee, ask about counselling, or just say hi. The door's open. 💛

reshare...Why we are here 📖 Our Story Three Trees— How Betsy Jenny BeganSometimes the most beautiful things are born fr...
19/06/2026

reshare...Why we are here
📖 Our Story Three Trees— How Betsy Jenny Began
Sometimes the most beautiful things are born from the hardest times. 💛
Our founder Steven lost his dad Kenny in 2016, his mum Jean in 2017, and then his beloved son Steven Jr in January 2018. Facing unimaginable grief, Steven turned to a private counsellor — and it changed everything.
He realised something important. He was lucky enough to be able to pay for that support. But so many people in Sunderland couldn't. The waiting lists were long. The barriers were real. And for some, that wait was simply too long.
So Steven decided to do something about it. 💪
Betsy Jenny Counselling and Wellbeing Cafe was born — named in honour of the people he lost — and opened its doors on Bridge Street in January 2022.
What started as one man's vision to fill a gap in our community has grown into something truly special. Today we are a vibrant hub in the heart of Sunderland city centre, offering:
💬 Free & low cost counselling
🌿 1-1 wellbeing support
👥 Group sessions & workshops
☕ A welcoming drop-in cafe
🍲 Low cost healthy food
We've welcomed hundreds of people through our doors. People who needed someone to talk to. People who needed warmth. People who just needed to know they weren't alone.
As Steven says — "As long as we help even just a handful of people, it will all have been worth it."
We think we've done a little more than that. And we're just getting started. 🌱
📍 30 Bridge Street, Sunderland SR1 1TE
📞 07865 487613

19/06/2026

End your week somewhere that feels like sunshine.
Treat yourself to a homemade lunch at Betsy Jenny this Friday. Youve earned it.
Hot drinks, fresh food, a beautiful space — all under £10.
30 Bridge Street, Sunderland SR1 1TE
Open today — come and find us

Someone said Sunderland needs a mental health hub near the bridge... 👀Erm... hello? 👋We've been right here at 30 Bridge ...
18/06/2026

Someone said Sunderland needs a mental health hub near the bridge... 👀
Erm... hello? 👋
We've been right here at 30 Bridge Street for four years, quietly getting on with it — supporting the people of Sunderland and beyond, one cup of tea and one conversation at a time. ☕💛
If you didn't know we existed, now you do. Come find us. We're not hard to miss. 😄

18/06/2026

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Hi we have your driving here in the cafe. if anyone know this man can you please let him know . Thanks you ☺️
17/06/2026

Hi we have your driving here in the cafe. if anyone know this man can you please let him know . Thanks you ☺️

This year, almost one in four people will experience some sort of struggle with their mental health. Here at Betsy Jenny...
16/06/2026

This year, almost one in four people will experience some sort of struggle with their mental health. Here at Betsy Jenny we believe nobody should have to go through something like that alone. And we open five days a week with staff willing and eager to listen for this reason!
With free Drop-Ins, Free Counselling. And Hot food at prices everyone can afford, Drop in and have a chat! Walk ins are always welcome. 🤝
Bridge Street, Sunderland SR1 1TQ

☕ Sunderland — have you found us yet? Tucked away on Bridge Street, Betsy Jenny is the kind of place that feels like a ...
15/06/2026

☕ Sunderland — have you found us yet? Tucked away on Bridge Street, Betsy Jenny is the kind of place that feels like a hug the moment you walk through the door. Homemade artisan pies, fresh quiche, hot drinks — all lovingly made, all under £10. A warm, welcoming space where everyone is genuinely welcome. 📍 30 Bridge Street, Sunderland SR1 1TE ⏰ Monday to Saturday, daytime hours 📞 07865 487613 Come and find us. We'd love to see you. 💛





What's on At Betsy Jenny this week✨📚Book Swap (All Week)Pop in, grab a book, and enjoy it in our cafe or at home - just ...
14/06/2026

What's on At Betsy Jenny this week✨

📚Book Swap (All Week)
Pop in, grab a book, and enjoy it in our cafe or at home - just return it when you're done for others to enjoy

📆Monday

👨Men's Drop-In (10:00am - 12:30pm)
🧘Yoga (12:30pm - 1:30pm) £5

📆Tuesday

👩Women's Drop-In (10:00am - 12:30pm)

📆Wednesday

👂Listening Ear Drop-In (10:00am - 2:00pm)
🌿Green Fingers (1:00pm - 4:00pm)

🥧Men's Pie Group (2:00pm - 4:00pm
(Booking Required)

📆Thursday

🌎ND/NE Group (fortnightly)
🔔Sound Bath Meditation (1:00pm - 2:00pm)
Please book at: https://betsyjennywellbeingcafe.timetabla.com/products/MXB6ZDAU?shop_token=SHB414&fbclid=IwY2xjawSGSTBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEetVd_l-f94lfFKiuZtTC3YjKEycHJ8U8ANXBVybvC9_ZLai5xGYUSO2Dt9Gs_aem_rtK6T8x5xb4jnxMCTN1rYA

📆Friday

👂Listening Ear Drop-In (10:00am - 1:00pm)
New to friday Betsy bingo! 1.00pm - 2.00pm

📆Saturday

🤝Heavens Branch Support (11:00am - 2:00pm) fortnightly
♟️Chess Club (10:30am - 2:00pm)

Whether you want to relax, meet new people, or try something new, there's always a warm welcome waiting for you 💫





Address

30 Bridge Street
Sunderland
SR11TQ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+441915656399

Website

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