About Lindsay

Lindsay is an experienced social worker with a background in adult social care and mental health services, including early intervention in psychosis teams, assertive outreach and community mental health support. She has worked as both an Approved Social Worker and Approved Mental Health Professional, supporting individuals with a wide range of mental health needs.

Alongside her work in social care, Lindsay spent 10 years as a Senior Mental Health Advisor at a large university, supporting both staff and students across Higher and Further Education settings. During this time, she established the university's Mental Health First Aid programme, helping to increase awareness, confidence and support across the institution.

Lindsay is passionate about helping people develop the knowledge and confidence to support mental wellbeing. Drawing on her experience across social care, mental health services and higher education, she creates supportive learning environments where delegates feel safe to explore complex topics, ask questions and learn from one another. Her compassionate approach encourages delegates to prioritise self-care while building confidence in supporting others.

  • Training 4 Influence Accredited 
  • BA Joint Honours Degree Psychology and Sociology (Second Class) 
  • Post graduate Diploma in Social Work. 
  • BSc Psychosocial Management of Psychosis (Upper Second Class) 
  • MHFA Instructor status 
  • Suicide First Aid Instructor status with City and Guild Level 4 qualification included. 
  • Award in Training and Education (Level 3) 
  • Best Interests Assessor qualification 
  • Mental Capacity Act 
  • Safeguarding 
  • Mental Health 
  • Suicide and Self Harm