Clinical Director

I’m a clinical mindfulness teacher and mindfulness-based therapist and qualified to use clinical hypnosis.
I first started meditating when studying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a mindfulness-based therapeutic approach, about twelve years ago. The impact mindfulness meditation had on my life has shaped my career.

I am also passionate about teaching self-compassion as it can be so transformative. The evidence base for its benefits just keeps growing. Being involved with the pioneering and innovative programmes NISAD is creating is exciting. I believe NISAD’s approach to emotional and physical health could mean happier and healthier lives for many more people globally.

Director of Planning and Delivery, National Colleges’ Initiative and advisor to ELK.Health

I have been in practice since 1993 and have held various posts at the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy including having been Chair of the Education, Training and Practice Committee for 6 years ending in 2021.

My role is to organise the training of those who will run the ELK.Health online clinics.

Director of Visual Design

My work with NISAD is to oversee the design and development of our brand across all printed and digital platforms ensuring we communicate our message thoughtfully and concisely – and with a hint of excitement!

What we do is to tackle emotional and physical difficulties, so my job is to make sure we present ourselves in a way which is friendly and inviting whilst we aim to encourage as many people as possible to take part in our programmes – without judgement! This is a daily challenge and one which I strive to step up to.

Mental health/ Psychology research assistant

I am currently a college student studying health and social care Level 3. I have been learning all about health care and social care and how it affects people’s lives. I am hoping to continue this education even further by getting involved in supporting those with mental health.

Whilst working with NISAD I have been carrying out qualitative research into specific mental health challenges that individuals of all ages may experience.

I am also part of the social media team. My research helps them to create content for our social media platforms.

Director of Clinical & Creative Development

For over 10 years, I have been providing therapy using hypnosis to assist people in changing the beliefs and habits that are making them unwell or unhappy into those that foster health and happiness.

My role at NISAD draws on this experience as we research and develop programmes to aid emotional understanding and behavioural change.

I also write content for our blogs – with a particular interest in NoWeigh – and will be involved in the setting up of our online clinics.

Director of Creative Systems & Development

I connect brands and people through engaging content and meaningful experiences in the digital space.

My main role at NISAD is to identify opportunities, brand strategies then create brand tool-kits and digital platforms.

I am a co-founder of Déarto Creative – a collaboration of talented professionals.

Everything I do is based on human insights.

Creative Story Co-Director & CalmBaby Programme Leader

I’m a senior writer for the stories that form an integral part of our ELK programmes, and I’m also lead on our ‘CalmBaby’ programme design team.

In my ‘spare’ time I’m the CEO of the English charity The Active Pregnancy Foundation.

My particular passion is sharing the benefits of an active lifestyle and its positive impact on our mental health.

For much of my career, I have been an international keynote speaker, drawing on my experiences as an endurance athlete, having rowed across the Atlantic Ocean twice, once with my mother!

Social Psychologist and Analyst

As a social psychologist, I have always been interested in how and why people react in a certain way in social situations.

To me, there is always a story behind why people share meaning looks or cross their arms and I aim to uncross those arms with kindness and empathy.

I am from a small town in Sweden and I currently live in the UK. My role at NISAD includes content writing, translations and communication as well as developing our programme #certainaboutuncertainty.

Founder, Director, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Mindfulness Teacher

I am one of the co-founders of NISAD, a registered psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher.

Over the past decade, I have been calling for changes to the way emotional wellbeing is provided in both developed and developing countries. Essentially too many people are, for one reason or another, unable to access affordable and local support whilst, at the same time, many good clinicians are under-employed. The old system doesn’t work – and probably never did!

Fighter for the many not getting a fair deal.

Director of Dramatic Content

I started my acting career in 1975. Over the years I have worked at The Aldwych (with the RSC), at The Old Vic and in The West End, and in repertory theatres all over the country. I also spent 6 months in Hong Kong with The Chung Ying Theatre Company. I created the roles of Harry Cross’ son, Kevin, in Brookside, and Peter Robson in Grange Hill.

I was twice a member of the BBC Radio Drama Company and have worked extensively in dubbing and voicing studios. I am an occasional producer and director.

Research Projects Manager

I run the NISAD research programme (CalmBaby) based in India, collecting data that will help towards creating new solutions for reducing stress in pregnancy. This is not only important for the health of the mother but of the utmost importance to the long-term health of the baby into adulthood.

This research allows me to do work that is important to me, where I can put women at ease by using my own personal experience along with skills of connecting with people and communicating with them about the importance of the work I do.

Research and Development Co-ordinator

I’m a Swedish behavioural science student, currently undertaking my last semester at Lund University where I am writing my thesis statement within the area of Psychology.

My work with NISAD mostly revolves around finding opportunities and exploring ways for us to grow and connect in Sweden. In my spare time, I am vice president and co-founder of the IB Alumni Network in Sweden.

I’m passionate about providing support for those who need it, in whichever way they need it.

Public Engagement Director
Co-director ‘I can change my mind’ Pilot (Germany)

I live and breathe marketing and see my role within NISAD to always represent the voice of our customers. I plan and manage all social media to raise and grow awareness of who we are, what we stand for and what we do in a supportive and engaging way.

I graduated in the UK and have lived here for many years now, but I originally come from East Germany. So, occasionally I do translation work and help to set up our German operation.

Audio Producer

I am an Audio Producer based in the UK. I studied Audio Production at the University of Lincoln and moved back to Norwich after graduating in 2019. Here, I set up a small studio called Woodworks.

My responsibilities at NISAD involve the collection, creation and production of the audio that accompanies the story programmes – My aim is to create an accessible and engaging piece of audio storytelling to help benefit the lives of those who listen.