Francois Noel William Allman

I dedicated myself to my roles at Nestle as a machine operator and a team leader for 16 years before being made redundant. I received EMDR therapy which was amazing, and I made a promise to myself that I would work towards being able to be of service to others and deliver this incredible treatment once I was qualified to do so. My counselling journey began, and I have thoroughly enjoyed studying at Newcastle college full time. I also work in residential child care, which has allowed me to work with children with complex trauma. I take great pride in the work I do with them, and it has helped me understand the importance of creating a safe environment for someone who may be suffering from trauma. I am hard working, enthusiastic and driven to see myself as a counsellor who creates a safe space for those who need it and to meet them where they are at.

• Reading books
• Warhammer 40K miniature tabletop game
• PC Gaming
• Jigsaws
• Meditation, Sound baths, Breathwork
• Reiki Level 1
• Writing rhymes and poetry
• Wide variety of music

Employee of the month x 2 voted for by the other members of the team at the home.