Trainers
WITNESS training is delivered by skilled Associate Trainers, WITNESS staff and selected experts. Associates are engaged on the basis of their experience and skills in delivering training to a range of key groups; many Associates are former members of WITNESS staff. We maintain quality through in-person assessments, feedback and client appraisals. Our expert partners are chosen on the basis of thier track record and accomplishments in their specialist fields.
If you are considering some training with us please let us know if there is a particular trainer that best suits your needs and we will aim to secure them for the dates and times that are best for you.
Please click on their name below to view their details.
Stephanie Carter
Stephanie is a trainer and counsellor with much experience of training psychological therapists.
Simon Clarke
Simon is an experienced health professional based in East Anglia.
Jonathan Coe
Jonathan has been Chief Executive of WITNESS since 2002. He speaks regularly at a wide range of events.
Elaine Colomberg
Elaine is a registered mental health nurse. She has worked for over 25 years in the health and social care field.
Frank Cooper
Frank has a background in social care and has worked with a wide range of groups.
Joy Cullwick
Joy is a senior lecturer in counselling based in York.
Jane Gardiner
Jane Gardiner has worked for WITNESS in the role of Training Manager since February 2006.
Lynn Hiltz
Lynn has worked for WITNESS since 2001. She oversees Helpline and Support services.
Clare Lucas
Clare's background is in advice work and supported housing.
John Mackessy
A former WITNESS support and advocacy worker John also works as a counsellor.
Lucy Seifert
Lucy is an experienced trainer and coach and runs her own training company.
Sue Shaw
Sue was an information and support worker for WITNESS.
"The knowledge of the trainers was obvious."
GSCC Panel Members & Staff