My Professional Background
My background is in child, adolescent and family mental health nursing. I have supported young people and families through clinical assessments, family-centred interventions and work with schools. Paid nursing and clinical services are currently paused while we establish HH Parent Hub.
Family time and water confidence.
My Clinical Credentials
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Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with specialist experience across Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
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Experienced in early intervention, identifying a young person’s needs and connecting families with the most appropriate services and support.
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Skilled in crisis intervention, clinical risk assessment and the management of self-harm and suicide risk.
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Experienced in working collaboratively with schools, GPs and other professionals, including school liaison, consultations and professional recommendations.
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Family-Based Therapy clinician, supporting young people and families affected by eating disorders, including anorexia.
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DECIDER Skills Authorised Trainer, delivering practical emotional regulation and coping-skills training.
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Experienced clinical and professional training facilitator for families, education staff and other professionals.
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UKCC Level 2 qualified swimming teacher, supporting children to develop confidence, independence and water safety skills.
My Specialist Skills
I have advanced experience in CAMHS crisis intervention, risk assessment and neurodiversity-informed practice. I am particularly skilled at building trust with young people who may feel anxious, overwhelmed or reluctant to engage.
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My specialist skills include:
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Building rapport with hard-to-engage children and teenagers
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Supporting teenagers through emotional distress, identity development, school pressures and family difficulties
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Understanding ADHD presentations, including attention difficulties, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, executive functioning needs and masking
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Helping young people with ADHD develop practical strategies for organisation, motivation, confidence and daily routines
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Assessing and managing self-harm, suicide risk and emotional crisis
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Creating calm and safe environments that encourage honest communication
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Supporting emotional regulation, resilience, self-esteem and confidence
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Identifying needs early and recommending appropriate support or onward referral
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Working collaboratively with parents, schools, GPs and other professionals
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Developing practical, evidence-informed strategies for home, school and everyday life
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Delivering engaging clinical and professional training for practitioners supporting children, teenagers and families
Swimming TeachingÂ
I have more than 10 years of experience teaching swimming, supporting children and adults to develop water confidence, improve technique and enjoy being in the pool. This includes specialist experience working with swimmers with disabilities and adapting lessons to meet individual physical, sensory, communication and learning needs.
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My swimming skills include:
Building water confidence in nervous or hesitant swimmers
Teaching children and adults across a range of ages and abilities
Adapting lessons for swimmers with disabilities and additional support needs
Creating inclusive, encouraging and enjoyable learning environments
Developing water safety, independence and confidence
Breaking skills down into clear, achievable steps
Supporting swimmers to progress at a pace that suits their individual needs
Promoting safe decision-making in pools, open water and coastal environments
Using my experience as an avid surfer to encourage respect for the water and a lifelong enjoyment of swimming
Helping swimmers feel calm, capable and proud of their progress
My Approach & Support
Specialist Assessments
My nursing experience includes understanding neurodevelopmental needs and sharing practical recommendations with families and professionals.
Risk and Crisis support
My nursing background includes risk assessment and support for young people experiencing emotional crisis. HH Training Network is not an emergency or crisis service.
HH Swim School
I help children build water confidence, with lessons adapted to their sensory needs and individual pace.
What you can expect from HH
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A warm and respectful approach
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Clear and honest communication
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Confidentiality and professional boundaries
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Strengths-based support
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Child and family-centred care
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Practical recommendations
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Evidence-informed practice
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Professional accountability
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Appropriate risk assessment and safeguarding
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Realistic and achievable goals
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Support without judgement
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A Personal Message From Me
You do not need to have all the answers. HH Parent Hub and our free resources offer practical ways to understand emotions, build confidence and support family life. Swimming lessons also remain available. Paid nursing and clinical services are currently paused while we establish Parent Hub. HH stands for Happy and Healthy, and our aim is to help families feel informed, welcomed and supported.
Registered Specialist Mental Health Nurse (RMN)Â