What is a Regional Representative?
Relationships are central to what we all do, and fostering positive, productive connections with our members and their communities, is something we wish to continue to develop more at the NCPS.
The Society recognises there are specific challenges experienced by practitioners and their clients at a regional level and is keen to better understand the realities of working in different local areas.
Our aim, over time, is to create a network of regional representatives across the UK, to be our eyes and ears on the ground informing us of the political, social and professional landscape unique to their local area. This information will enable us to shape policies and focus our activity in the right places.
Meet Our Regional Representatives
Cherelle Mead - Wales
Cherelle is an integrative psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and consultant, and she is honoured to serve as the NCPS Representative for Wales. Her work is grounded in inclusivity, trauma-informed practice, and a deep commitment to supporting individuals from all backgrounds. Cherelle’s passion for advocacy is shaped by her own lived experiences at the intersections of poverty, race, gender diversity, and neurodivergence. In her role, she is dedicated to listening to, representing, and amplifying the voices of NCPS members across Wales—especially those from marginalised or underrepresented communities. She warmly encourages members to reach out with ideas, concerns, or suggestions. Together, she believes, we can build a more equitable and connected future for the profession.
Lynda Graham - Northern Ireland
Lynda Graham, a Senior Accredited Counsellor with NCPS, runs a private practice offering face-to-face, online, and telephone counselling for individuals and couples across NI and the UK. Also a Counselling Supervisor and Trainer, she specialises in adoption-related training. Now serving as the NI Regional Representative, Lynda looks forward to engaging with counsellors and students, attending events, and representing NCPS. With a background in social work and counselling, she understands local issues well. Based in Donaghadee, Co Down, Lynda enjoys walking, reading, cooking, concerts, sunny holidays, and fostering dogs. She welcomes ideas as she develops her new role.
