Meet the team

I love working with our fantastic team here at Stop.Breathe.Think to deliver and scale this innovative project. Since we founded SBT during the pandemic, it has been a hugely rewarding experience to be involved with growing the project and increasing our impact - and we have a big vision to help thousands more young people get quick access to the mental health support they need over the coming years.

Specialisms/Interests: I love travelling, snowboarding, kitesurfing and hanging out on the beach with my family in Hove.

I feel very lucky to oversee fundraising, marketing and communications at Stop.Breathe.Think, working with many amazing trusts, corporate partners and individuals who believe in our vision.

Specialisms/Interests: I enjoy spending time by the sea with my family and also unwinding by reading, walking and gardening.

As Head of Service for Stop.Breathe.Think. I have the pleasure of managing our wonderful team at SBT HQ in Hove. I oversee the day to day running of the service and support our partnerships and relationship management.

Specialisms/Interests: Things I enjoy; as a keen snowboard and skater I love spending time outside and being on the move- for me, movement is definitely joy!

My role is to manage, support and develop a diverse range of Stop.Breathe.Think counsellors, who are qualified in a variety of therapeutic styles. These are reflected in the different approaches to therapy that our counsellors use. I continuously monitor and review our service and training opportunities so that children and young people are matched with the counsellor that is best suited to them.

Specialisms/Interests: I love to spend time with my family and friends, I enjoy music , walking on the downs and visiting different parts of the world.

My work is primarily in fundraising for the charity's amazing work, applying for grants to trusts and foundations who share our passion for supporting children and young people's mental health.

Specialisms/Interests: I love music and travelling, and I'm a big fan of being outdoors, gardening and walking.

My role in Stop.Breathe.Think is to work on funding, partnerships and supporting us to be as efficient as possible!

Specialisms/Interests: I love beach walks with my partner, going to see live music and BBQs with my friends. I also love spending time with my two giant Maine coon cats, Yego and Zaya!

As Service Coordinator for Stop.Breathe.Think I am the first point of contact for anyone accessing the service. I process referrals and take care of any day to day admin.

Specialisms/Interests: I love to cook and enjoy all things comic books!

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My approach to counselling is based on creating a safe space where we can work together to better understand the challenges you face. As your counsellor, I will accept and value your individual experience, being honest and open with you and working together to understand things from your viewpoint. Young people I work with often comment on how they appreciate feeling listened to and not judged and this is how you too can start to bring about positive change of your own. I work with young people who come to counselling for a variety of reasons, each with their own unique story. So, whether you are having trouble managing emotions such as anger, or you are experiencing anxiety that is impacting on your ability to do the things you would like to do, we can work together and start to find a way forward. I also work with young people who have experienced the loss of someone close to them.

Specialisms/Interests: Away from counselling I enjoy being outdoors, cycling and swimming, listening to music and making my own art.

I am a qualified BACP-registered integrative therapist with over a decade of experience working with children and young people in various educational and therapeutic settings. I hold a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy for Children in Schools from Place2Be, one of the UK’s leading mental health charities, in partnership with the University of East London. My therapeutic approach is holistic and integrative, combining person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, and systemic modalities. I use creative and trauma-informed techniques such as play therapy, mindfulness, and grounding strategies to support emotional expression especially with children and young people. At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship — a foundation built on empathy, trust, and respect. I create a safe, confidential space where clients feel heard and valued, allowing them to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at their own pace. This collaborative and compassionate approach empowers clients to develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and lasting positive change. I am committed to honouring diversity, inclusion, and trauma-informed care in every aspect of my practice

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I am a registered counsellor with the BACP and provide counselling for young people and adults through charities, schools, and private practice. I am trained in person centred counselling and offer an empathic, non-judgemental space where you can explore your feelings, make sense of your experiences, deepen your understanding of self, and work towards feeling empowered to make lasting positive changes in your life. I have worked with a wide range of issues including anxiety, loneliness, grief, loss, body image, low mood, self-esteem, bullying, self-harm, low confidence, relationship issues, trauma, suicidal ideation, and life transitions.

Specialisms/Interests: working with depression and anxiety, guided imagery and visualisation for theraputic change, The rewind Technique. In the last year I have done a lot of work with Autism and ADHD so this is a particular area of interest for me.

Hello my name is Andy. Life can be an amazing journey, although often challenging to each of us in various ways. During these challenging times young people can experience psychological distress. Counselling can help many people from all walks of life, in many different situations. I believe by working with an individual, around there own chosen goals – that I can help empower them to make psychological improvements and raise awareness of there own choices. I am a fully qualified counsellor with post therapeutic experience of counselling adults and children of over 12 years. In addition a member of the NCPS, working within the NCPS code of ethics. My approach is diligent, humoured and focussed. Often using various modalities such as: CBT, Person-centred, Solution-focused, Neurolinguistic Practice, Motivational Interviewing and Transactional Analysis. I look forward to working with you.

Specialisms/Interests: Away from my work I have a keen interest in video / computer games, films & I enjoy mixing dance music on my now pc (originally turntables RIP) to listen to in my car.

May has been supporting, primary and secondary aged children in school and private practice for a number of years. By creating a calm space, this allows the young person to feel safe and at ease in the counselling session and in turn, begin to tell their story and explore things that they are finding challenging. May has extensive experience in trauma, as well as supporting young people dealing with loss, friendships issues, self-esteem, parental separation, anxiety, and school issues. She is passionate that no young person should struggle alone and she believes there's a strong link between behaviour and unmet needs. She believes that meeting those needs, can in turn build resilience and gain coping strategies for everyday life.

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I have been a registered Counsellor with BACP for 15 years and I provide counselling for adults and children through charities and through my private business. I trained and qualified in Cambridge in a psychodynamic approach to counselling. I also have combined my psychodynamic approach with person centred, cognitive and behavioural approaches to therapy where appropriate. I have extensive work experience in the NHS, I have 15 years' experience working with charities supporting traumatised clients, those suffering from Domestic violence , sexual abuse, traumatic bereavement, high anxiety, low self-esteem, procrastination, home sickness, relationships issues at school, home and work, working with couples and families, exploring work pressures and general indecision and mediation. I work with people from varied backgrounds/ religions/ sexual orientations etc and who have physical / learning disabilities.

Specialisms/Interests: Suicide prevention, Working with victims of domestic violence and working with children pre bereavement.

Hello everyone. My name is David and I am a child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I’ve been practicing for over 7 years and have worked in schools and therapeutic groups, as well as private practice, supporting young people with their mental health and wellbeing. I am an integrative practitioner, which means my training covered many of the different models and practices of psychotherapy, but through my experience I have developed my own model of working; adopting different ways of working and integrating them into my unique practice. I believe the relationship between a client and their therapist is the most important component in what we provide, with a strong relationship comes trust and the security to be brave enough to make those changes which changes lives. In the background I’m also thinking with theories like attachment, internal working models, transference and containment to help me understand my clients histories and how those are shaping their present. I also believe that play is a key element of the human experience and I look for ways to bring that in to my work, whether that’s through games, art music. I have worked with young people of all ages, from 4 all the way to adulthood, but I have the most experience working with adolescent boys which was something that fuelled my interest in helping young people who don’t have their Dads in their lives. I believe that supporting and nurturing our mental health is key to helping us lives full lives and making the most of our potential, whatever that may be. One of the reasons I decided I wanted to work with young people was because it was something I didn’t have access to when I was young. I feel it would have been really helpful and so I wanted to give that opportunity to others. I live in London and apart from my work as a Psychotherapist I enjoy playing Bass Guitar, woodworking, videogames and hanging out with my cat Pebbles.

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I am registered counsellor who works with children, young people and adults online and in person. I work as an Integrative counsellor, who takes a mindfulness-based approach where we focus on the experience in the present moment . I offer yoga therapy and outside in nature. I believe counselling is for everyone, and that everyone is unique, with their own specific issues and experiences. I offer a compassionate and non-judgemental space for people to explore what is arising at their own pace. I have worked children through Stop Breathe Think and in schools for over 3 years. I am deeply passionate about young people being listened to and getting the support they need.

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I am passionate about most sports and compete in judo and powerlifting. I love scuba diving and snorkelling when travelling to different places on holiday. There are many countries which I plan to visit to see more of the world and experience different cultures! I enjoy the company of my friends and family, including my dog who always makes me laugh. Offering support to young people in the UK is something I am passionate about and I aim to create a welcoming, safe environment for them to be listened to when I work with them.

Specialisms/Interests: My specialties are anxiety and low self-esteem.

I have Diploma in Counselling and has been working as a counsellor for the Stop.breathe.think. mental health charity since 2021. My interests include travel, dance and health. My experience ranges from working in mental health charities with YP to working in different Childcare settings, as a carer for young people since 2000. It's truly a privilege to be part of their journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Interacting with young individuals from different walks of life enables me to get to know their needs, I listen to them, getting a glimpse of their life and my passion for working with young people grows daily. I offer support to children and young people for a range of difficulties including: Low mood Anxiety and Panic Difficulties relating to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Difficulties relating to Autism Spectrum Disorder Family and relationship difficulties. I integrate a number of models of treatment including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy, and I also utilise creative counselling techniques to help Increase reflective practice on self-management & wellbeing.

Specialisms/Interests: My specialism is working with neurodiversity.

I am a qualified child and adolescent counsellor and have worked with SBT for the past three years. I have been practicing for over six years across a range of settings – schools, charities and in private practice. I offer a space to allow clients the opportunity to explore presenting issues freely and in-depth. Through working with individuals from many different backgrounds, cultural and religious beliefs, I am committed to understanding and working within a person’s social and cultural context.

Specialisms/Interests: I have experience of working with clients on various issues affecting their well-being, including depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, self-harm, developmental trauma, abuse, PTSD, bereavement and loss, relational and lifestyle matters, divorce and separation, family conflict, identity, body dysphoria, neurodiversity, school refusal and exclusion, behavioural problems, fostering and adoption

Jamie is a skilled Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with a BSc in Sport & Exercise Science and additional studies in social work. He has experience volunteering in the recovery community and founded 'Thrive Psychotherapy' in March 2024, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodiversity. Jamie employs an integrative approach informed by the Felitti et al. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) study, emphasising early intervention and the great power in doing this. Currently pursuing an MSc in Psychology (Conversion), Jamie prioritises self-care through family time, swimming, golf, walking, weight training, and reading fiction paperbacks. These activities help him stay grounded and focused. His compassionate care has significantly enhanced the mental health and confidence of many clients.

Specialisms/Interests: I am experienced working with neurodiversity, comfort eating, body image, depression and anxiety. I am interested in and research the link between diet and mental health.

I obtained a Masters in Counselling Psychology after completing a Psychology degree at Nottingham university. During this time, I worked at Headway Brain Injury clinic with adults who have suffered traumatic brain injury; I used a grief literature to support my work with these clients and cognitive behavioural therapy. After this training I worked in schools, in and around the London area, where I developed the use of different modalities such as existential and psychodynamic approaches via continued training at the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling. I have subsequently worked at SBT where I developed my creative techniques, such as the use literature and art, to support work with young clients. My specialisms and interests include autistic spectrum disorders and depression. I am a registered member of the BACP, and have been for a number of years, which provides me with a strong ethical framework and guidance for continuing professional development.

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Life can throw such challenges at young people and it can be hard to overcome these at times. Together we can make sense of the things we discuss and build greater self-awareness. You might find yourself feeling down but not knowing why or sometimes it can be hard to verbalise how we are feeling so I find working creatively can often help to show us these emotions. However, I am always led by my clients and provide a safe, warm and nurturing environment to allow your feelings to surface in a way that feels comfortable for you. I offer a non-judgemental space where you can be yourself and together we can draw on the different counselling tools to help you learn how to deal with the challenging times in a more positive way.

Specialisms/Interests: I am a registered counsellor with BACP and I have been working with children and young people since qualifying as a Counsellor in 2016.

Hi, my name is Lorraine and I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor for children and young people. I work with CYP from the age of 7 online, creating a safe space to explore feelings through talking and with the mediums of drawing, crafting, online sand tray, and CBT worksheets. I have a specialism of working with children and young people who are struggling due to bereavement and loss, anxiety, low mood, conditions of low self-worth, school issues and the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Hello, I’m Daniela, a creative, humanistic counsellor supporting children, young people, and adults. I have over eight years of experience working in educational settings, where I’ve supported children and young people facing school-related stress, emotional overwhelm, identity exploration, and challenges related to neurodivergence. I also work with clients experiencing grief, loss, and feelings of isolation. Where appropriate, I integrate creative methods such as art and craft, online sandtrays, imagery, and mindfulness techniques. These tools can help access feelings that may be hard to express with words alone. My approach is especially suited to those who feel misunderstood, unseen or disconnected from themselves. Together, we work towards greater self-acceptance, confidence, and a deeper sense of agency and choice. At the heart of my work is the belief that no one should struggle alone, and that everyone deserves to feel seen, understood, and valued — just as they are, without judgement. In my free time, you’ll find me running, reading, being creative, spending time with my family, or curled up with my two cats.

Specialisms/Interests: Emotional overwhelm, anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, identity, neurodivergence, grief, loneliness, and feeling misunderstood.