Lisa has worked in education for over twenty years. Initially training as a teacher of English and Drama and more recently as a future leader in education, studying for both at The Institute of Education (University of London). Lisa is familiar with current educational policy and has been a consultant and advisor in a variety of schools and for examining bodies.

Lisa is passionate about the emotional and psychological well-being of our young people and recently re-trained as a drama and movement therapist at The Royal Central Speech and Drama. Lisa also has experience in adult mental health and working with clients who have dementia

Poppy’s background as a Drama maker, facilitator and tutor allowed her to repeatedly witness the powerful and curative impact that Drama could have on people. Her desire to work with a focus on these elements led her to training as a Dramatherapist at Roehampton University where she graduated with a distinction.

Poppy has extensive experience of working with children and young people in a wide rage of contexts. Creativity, warmth, mutual respect and inclusiveness have always been central to her practice. She works in a client centred, non-directive way.

Marcin is an attentive Dramatherapist committed to developing effective professional relationships and adapting his work to the culture of different settings and young people’s needs.

Marcin has a background in physical theatre, classical civilization studies and primary/secondary education. Marcin trained as Dramatherapist at the Roehampton University.

Haydn Forde is a unique practitioner who uses story, Myth and drama to expand and develop young peoples understanding of both themselves and the world around them. His techniques encourage children to grow in confidence, courage and belief in themselves, as well as expand their knowledge of the past, present and possible future.

Haydn has been teaching, practising and using story and drama for many years in a wealth of different settings.