Joanna Ellison

I have worked in mental health care for over 20 years. I initially worked as a mental health nurse before training as a cognitive behavioural therapist. I have worked with children and young people as well as adults, in a variety of environments including specialist eating disorder services and psychological therapy services working with individuals suffering with common mental health difficulties such as Depression and Anxiety Disorders. I moved into management and lead a national psychological therapy service with a focus on workplace wellbeing. After several years working in senior management I made the decision that it was time for a change. After much soul searching I chose to focus on wellness rather than treatment and no longer work as a psychotherapist. I now enjoy a great work/life balance living with my partner and our 7 dogs in the country.