About us

My name is Mandy, and I am the founder of The Calm Centre. I started my working career as a Dental Nurse, and after 20 years was approached by a patient to join her as a Teaching Assistant in a high school.

 

Having raised 7 children I gave this much thought and eventually went for an interview, where I was successful. I enjoyed supporting youngsters in a high school setting as part of the Expanded School Mental Health team, before progressing to become a Learning Mentor at a local primary school. This role meant I had more contact with the families of the students and was able to support the whole family unit.

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Later in my career, I worked to support adults with substance misuse issues in both prisons and the community. I eventually left this role to become a full-time foster carer, a rewarding role that I still do now.

 

I am a qualified Relax Kids and Baby Mindful Coach and recently qualified as a ChargeUp coach in August 2021. I am also fully DBS checked. I love spending time with youngsters and their families and I am keen to support everyone in any way I can. I run group and 1:1 sessions at The Calm Centre in Skelmersdale.