Andrea Kearns
UK/Ireland
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with expertise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Practice. Proven track record in Program Management & Development, complemented by strong skills in Training Design & Facilitation and Neurodiversity Awareness Training. Adept at Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention, with a focus on effective communication and problem-solving. Demonstrates exceptional team leadership and staff management abilities, remaining calm under pressure while delivering Mental Health First Aid Training & Instruction. Committed to advancing mental health initiatives and fostering inclusive environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Current Employment
UK/Ireland Wide
UK/Ireland, UK/Ireland
2016.01 - 2026.05
- Deliver client-centered, evidence-based psychological interventions within, supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress-related disorders. Apply advanced CBT methodologies combined with complementary therapeutic approaches including mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed techniques. Achieve measurable therapeutic outcomes through structured assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing clinical evaluation. Maintain adherence to clinical governance standards and safeguarding protocols across diverse client populations.
Pancreatic Cancer UK
2014.01 - 2016.01
- Managed community engagement operations, coordinated active volunteers, and designed targeted support programs addressing professional and service user needs. Delivered comprehensive monthly and quarterly monitoring reports demonstrating alignment with funding targets and KPIs. Established volunteer training framework, implemented quality assurance processes, and contributed to organisational strategic planning. Enhanced community reach through program development and stakeholder collaboration.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Aware NI
2009.01 - 2014.01
- Led multi-functional role coordinating departmental operations across education and training. Managed teams of full-time staff and sessional trainers, conducted structured performance appraisals, oversaw departmental budgets and delivered evidence-based training to participants annually across diverse sectors. Developed training curricula aligned with clinical standards and risk management protocols. Strengthened organisational capacity through staff development initiatives and program standardisation.
Education
Level 5 Diploma - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
CPCAB
BelfastSkills
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mental Health First Aid Training & Instruction
- Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Practice
- Training Design & Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention
- Program Management & Development
- Neurodiversity Awareness Training
- Team Leadership & Staff Management
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
Certification
- NI First Aid Mental Health Instructor Public Health Agency Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor since 2008 (16 years active). Currently delivers accredited Train the Trainer sessions for aspiring instructors, maintaining qualification currency and pedagogical excellence.
- Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CPCAB Advanced professional qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with integrative practice components. Demonstrates mastery-level clinical competency in evidence-based psychological intervention.
- ILM Level 5 Management and Leadership NICVA Management and Leadership qualification demonstrating advanced capability in team leadership, organisational development, and strategic planning (awarded 2016).
- Level IV PTLLS - Preparing to Teach in Lifelong Learning Southeastern Regional College Teaching qualification including Assessors award, certifying competency in adult education, curriculum design, and learner assessment (completed 2013).
- Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People Quality Training UK Specialised counselling qualification providing advanced expertise in therapeutic work with children and young people, enabling assessment and intervention across developmental stages (completed 2011).
Affiliations
- Gym, walking, weekend breaks in Donegal
PROJECT
Mental Health Awareness Program 2014-01-01 Clinically-governed mental health awareness program endorsed by Public Health Agency with regional implementation. Designed and implemented clinically-governed Mental Health Awareness Program aligned with public health standards and best practice guidelines. Program endorsed by Public Health Agency and successfully deployed across regional training directorate.,
Neurodiversity Training Initiative 2023-01-01
Developed and delivered, Neurodiversity training initiative delivered to parents across the regions. Providing awareness, creating an understanding and parenting skills. Developed and delivered comprehensive neurodiversity training across criminal justice and workplace settings in collaboration with leading brain injury charity., reaching participants across multiple sectors.,
Crisis Support Line Project 2012-01-01
Crisis intervention project providing direct support to vulnerable individuals with measurable harm reduction outcomes. Provided direct face-to-face crisis intervention and emotional support for individuals experiencing acute mental health emergencies. Implemented evidence-based suicide prevention techniques and harm reduction strategies.
Timeline
Current Employment
UK/Ireland Wide
2016.01 - 2026.05
Pancreatic Cancer UK
2014.01 - 2016.01
Aware NI
2009.01 - 2014.01
Level 5 Diploma - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
CPCAB