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.

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

Gwen Radcliffe was an Oundle Town Councillor for 36 years. She was a member of their steering group which established the Youth Counselling organisation in 1997. She has been actively involved with CHAT ever since, responsible for the financial management of the charity until July 2025.

In her professional life Gwen was a teacher of Mathematics in secondary schools with a particular interest in Sixth Form pastoral work.

In addition to her work as a CHAT Youth Counselling Trustee, Gwen is Vice Chairman of Parson Latham's Oundle Trust and Chairman of Oundle Festival of Music & Drama..

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 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.

A Thrapston Town Councillor and former Mayor, he’s passionate about improving local services for young people.

He also chairs the Nene Valley Park Project and enjoys family life, playing musical instruments, and completing personal challenges.