I live in North Norfolk with my family, dog and four cats.

I trained as a teacher and gained my B.Ed. (Hons) degree in 1997 from Liverpool John Moore's University. I have a breadth of teaching experience, including senior leadership roles in schools. 
I have worked for the past 20 years as a education advisor for Norfolk Children's Services supporting the education of children in care and have a personal interest and expertise in developmental trauma and attachment.

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I hold a MSc in Children's and Adolescent Mental Health and Psychological Practice from the University of Edinburgh and hold a PT Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills from Leeds Beckett University.

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I am the Eastern region hub lead for the Association of infant Mental Health (AIMH)  and have been part of their executive committee for a number of years. I am passionate about promoting and supporting positive mental health and wellbeing in children.