The Team

Danni Cook

Trust Recovery Lead Partner and Service Manager

I have experience of using our mental health services, I'm a mummy of two daughters and we share a love for festivals, travel and new adventures.

Rachel Lucas

Trust Recovery Lead and Director of Psychological Services

The college embodies my belief that there isn't a 'them and us'...there's only 'us'! I'm a mum, wife, daughter, friend and seeker of laughter, love and truth. I also have a big bear of a poodle!

Kim Estall

Operations Manager (on maternity leave)

I am a wife, mummy to a beautiful boy and a mischievous dog! Having been a service user, student and volunteer at the college, I am proud to help the college to continue to grow and support people, as the college supported me when I needed it the most.

Helen Horwell

Operations Manager (covering Kim's maternity leave)

Since I started working for the college, I have learnt to understand my own mental and physical wellbeing more. I appreciate the value of the college, its courses and how we can learn through shared experience.

Vicky Scott

Co-ordinator for Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

I am passionate about helping others to make positive changes to their health and wellbeing. I enjoy spending quality time with my family, baking and drawing.

Naima Mazzane

Co-ordinator for South Staffordshire

I have just completed my degree in psychology, and I look forward to continuing to support people in their own recovery journey. Mental health is a topic close to my heart, having experienced challenging times in my earlier years.

Gail Sullivan

Admissions Tutor for Staffordshire

Supporting family and friends is important to me. I try to always adopt a positive attitude and promote the college ethos and values whenever possible. I enjoy all crafts and singing.

Sharon Jones

Admin Support

Lindsay Adams

Lived Experience Trainer

I am passionate about using my experience of recovery to help and inspire others. I love spending time writing, reading, meditating and walking in nature.

Marilyn Carthy​​​​​​

Senior Trainer

My background is in teaching and training adults. I love learning, swimming and walking - usually with a leisurely pit-stop along the way!

Jane Clark

Senior Trainer

I am very passionate about the values of the college. I love spending time with family and friends, and walking with my dog Sydney.

Alison Payne

Peer Support Worker

I enjoy yoga and mindfulness. I am passionate about helping people in their recovery. I have been working in mental health for 5 years. I enjoy reading and learning new things.

Mandy Lunn

Peer Support Worker