I joined CHAT in 2018 after completing my MSC in Counselling Children and Young People and worked with teenagers for many years previously.

As a counsellor, my favourite phrase is. “ You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” (Jon Kabat-Zinn). It means that there will always be problems, but we can learn to navigate them if we have help. I think my main role is to help children and young people by providing a safe space for them to talk confidentially and to be listened to, without judgement.

When I’m not working, I like to relax by walking my cockapoo in the lovely countryside around me, practising yoga, playing badminton (pretty badly), watching movies or losing myself in a good book.

I have been a counsellor at CHAT since 2007 and previously worked as a senior child and family worker for over 10 years. I find the role very rewarding and really enjoy working with young people. I use an integrative approach to incorporate many modalities including play and creative therapies.

In my spare time I follow the premier league with interest and socialise with friends and family.

I try to live my life in the here and now and would like others to be able to experience life without constant inner turmoil.

Providing support and guidance at CHAT’s Drop-In, every Wednesday 4:00-8:00pm at Souster Youth, Thrapston.

Providing support and guidance at CHAT’s Drop-In, every Wednesday 4:00-8:00pm at Souster Youth, Thrapston.

Kathryn has been a GP in Oundle for nearly 25 years and became a CHAT trustee in 2022.She retired from GP partnership in 2023 but continues to work for the local surgery as Oundle School GP. She has an interest in the mental health and well-being of all our young people and works within CHAT to help provide accessible support and counselling locally.

She is a keen gardener and member of her local Parish Council.

André studied at the University of Nottingham before pursuing further qualifications in finance, accounting, and economics from the University of Pennsylvania. Alongside his academic pursuits, he is deeply committed to helping young people grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. He has contributed to charitable work as a bid writer for a community interest company (CIC), and currently serves as the Treasurer for CHAT Youth Counselling while completing his studies.

Outside of his academic and professional commitments, André enjoys spending time outdoors, playing sports, and doing carpentry projects with his younger brother.

I joined CHAT in June 2024 and I have worked in the criminal justice and community field for over 25 years.

I am a qualified Counsellor and I have a keen interest in the mental health and wellbeing of young people and adults. I previously worked for the NHS in a specialist substance misuse team as part of CAMHs in Cambridgeshire, as well as project management and family support roles. I am passionate about supporting children and young people at CHAT Youth Counselling, as part of the REACH Collaborative.

In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog, bike rides, spending time with family, Tarantino movies and Pilates.