Inspire-growth

Introduction

Hi,

I’m Chelle – founder of Inspire Growth

I have lived in the beautiful city of Hereford for over 20 years, originally from the south of the country I settled here and raised a family. Throughout this time I have studied, re-skilled and have been both fortunate and privileged to have been able to support, educate and work with some of our most vulnerable children and young people in our county

I have extensive training, experience and a comprehensive background in wellbeing, education, and creative facilitation

“I am passionate about helping people. To help them feel grounded, seen, and supported as they grow”

– which is how “Inspire Growth” was born!

Inspire Growth

I created ‘Inspire Growth’ as a community space for connection and creativity – a place individuals can pause, connect both with themselves and others through artistic workshops and short interventions

The kind of space I aim to hold in every session is designed to be inclusive for all but more importantly a safe environment that our most vulnerable members of the community can feel safe and included. For instance, isolated members of society such as the elderly or infirm, children and young people who struggle with school attendance (EBSA – Emotional Based School Avoidance) and/or individuals who find social situations challenging but thrive in a quiet and creative environment as well as supporting those with SEN and complex needs

“Through gentle guidance and with an emphasis on nurturing growth. Sessions are designed to empower participants of all ages and develop their ability to grow into their full potential”

Some of my roles have included:- Working in Secondary Schools and Higher Education settings, The Behaviour & Inclusion Officer at the HPRS (Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service), SAFE Youth Worker on Herefordshire’s Local Authority – Exploitation Team.

Mentoring in various paid and voluntary positions, ELSA (Emotional, Literacy Support Assistant) & Student Support as well as Youth Advocacy work for organisations such as Onside and N.Y.A.S

A sample of my qualifications and training include:

  • BSc (Hons) Criminology & Psychological Studies
  • Cert. Health & Social Care
  • Diploma of Higher Education in Social Sciences
  • Open University – Psychology: Understanding Anxiety, Depression and CBT
  • Psychological First Aid: Supporting Children and Young People
  • Teaching Assistant Complete Course (TA, SEN, Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia)
  • Child Psychology Level 7 Diploma, Certificate of Achievement
  • Self-harm and Suicide Prevention Level 2 certificate
  • Misogyny and Incel Subculture
  • Responding to a Disclosure of Sexual Violence, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Training, Level 1 , Level 2 & Level 3 – West Mercia Women’s Aid
  • Working with 16 & 17 who are homeless or threatened with homelessness
  • Art Therapy Practitioner Certificate
  • Child Psychology, Psychology & Counselling Level 7 Advanced Diploma + Art Therapy
  • Play Therapy Diploma
  • PGCE in Secondary Education
  • History of Art Level 3 Advanced Diploma
  • Martial Arts SENCo Award with BMABA
  • Level 1 Safeguarding Essentials Cert. for Children in Sport
  • Level 2 Safeguarding Practice Cert. for Children in Sport
  • Level 3 Effective Safeguarding Cert. for Children in Sport

1st Aid Trained and I hold an Enhance DBS Certificate