Educational Psychology

Meet The Team

As one of the largest teams of Educational Psychologists in the country, we can share a breadth of expertise in child development, psychological theory and research. 

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Sarah is a HCPC registered Principal Educational Psychologist at One Education. She has an extensive background in education including experience of teaching in secondary and Post-16 sectors. Sarah is passionate about using psychology to make a positive difference for children and families. Sarah’s professional and research interests include trauma-informed practice, critical incident response, mental health and working in multi-disciplinary teams. She has published research in the field of adoption. 

Dr Sarah McIntosh

PRINCIPAL EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Carrie has been an EP for over 17 years and has worked as part of specialist, community and multi-disciplinary teams. Prior to qualifying as a psychologist, Carrie worked in children’s social care, taught and subsequently worked as a headteacher in specialist schools for children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Carrie has worked closely with Manchester City Council to develop the Inclusion Strategy Toolkit and is passionate about seeking ways to ensure all children/young people across the city feel a sense of belonging to both their education settings and their communities.

Carrie Bray

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Danielle has been with One Education since its inception in 2011. Having worked in different teams across the company, she joined the Educational Psychology service in 2018. Danielle enjoys engaging with the operational challenges that running a big busy team provides, and also assisting schools and local authorities in getting the support they require. In her spare time, she enjoys Nordic walking, cycling and socialising.

Danielle Harden

BUSINESS SUPPORT MANAGER

Audrey is passionate about working in the local community in Manchester to support children and families. She works with partner agencies including Manchester City Council and Parent Carer Forum to offer support, advice and information. Audrey’s areas of specialism include bereavement and trauma and she leads the Critical Incident Team at One Education. The team provide support to educational settings after a traumatic incident has occurred, including training and research to support school’s readiness to manage serious incidents within their settings.

Audrey Johnson

SENIOR EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Helen has over 12 years’ experience of working within education including, working as a qualified teacher in the primary sector. Further to her Doctorate in Child, Community, and Educational Psychology, and Post-Graduate Certificate in Education, she holds a Master’s in teaching and learning. Helen’s professional interests include, care experienced children and young people, trauma informed practice, early years, the mental well-being of those working and supporting pupils, and supporting the aspirations of all pupils.

Helen Gore

SENIOR EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

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Judith Liggett

SENIOR EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Michelle has worked as an EP for 14 years, joining One Education in 2022.  Her interests include cared-for children, trauma-responsive practice and emotional well-being.  She is passionate about working collaboratively and has an interest in using group-problem solving and person-centred planning approaches.  Michelle’s current role focuses on promoting mental health and inclusion, at both a whole school level, and in relation to vulnerable groups.    

Michelle Kittles

SENIOR EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Tricia has over 10 years experience working within the education sector and has been qualified as an EP for over 4 years. Tricia has an additional 15 years experience working with families, young people and adults with complex need. She believes in the power of early intervention. She has a professional interest in supporting children who have experienced developmental trauma (within a multi disciplinary adoption service) and meeting the needs of those accessing Hospital Education. Her professional research interests include supporting transitions and anxiety based school avoidance.

Tricia Euston

AREA LEAD EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Claire has worked as an EP in Manchester for over 20 years. She has specialist knowledge and experience in social communication, including 20 years working with the autism assessment pathways in Manchester. In her spare time she volunteers as a trustee of SMiRA, the national charity for selective mutism. She has a strong commitment to multi-agency working and to listening to, representing and empowering both parents, and children and young people. 

Claire Carroll

AREA LEAD EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Charlotte has worked as an EP for six years and is committed to working collaboratively and systemically with others to improve the wellbeing of, and outcomes for, children and young people, as well as the adults who support them. She enjoys working jointly with her colleagues, learning from and with others. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family and friends. 
 
Charlotte Ventura

AREA LEAD EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Lucy has over ten years' experience working in education. Prior to becoming an EP, she worked as a Teacher, Assistant SENCo and Wellbeing Lead in a school. Lucy is passionate about promoting person-centred approaches and working collaboratively with others to improve outcomes for children and young people. She has a keen interest in working systemically; one of her main areas of work involves promoting whole-school approaches to mental health and wellbeing.

Lucy Hicks

ACTING AREA LEAD EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

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