Gemma Dale

Head of Pastoral Care

With extensive experience working and training in the education and mental health sectors, Gemma understands the challenges faced by young adults.

Gemma develops and delivers Dallington programmes for our students and mentees according to their support plan, with a focus on building resilience, accountability, and resourcefulness.

Gemma leads the Dallington Scholarship Programme and outreach initiatives, linking schools and universities with our services, improving, and sustaining student self-understanding and wellbeing.

Qualifications

  • PGCert Counselling and Psychotherapy - The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust
  • Mindfulness-based Art Therapy - London Art Therapy Centre
  • BSc Biology and Psychology - Glasgow University
  • Art Psychotherapy Foundation Certificate - Glasgow University
  • Gamewell Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Level Certified - Gamewell Professionals, CPD accredited course
  • Safeguarding 16-25 year olds: England and Wales - NSPCC
  • Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT) - Anna Freud
  • Suicide Prevention Level 2 - STORM Skills Training

Positions

  • Trainee Counsellor - NHS Highgate Acute Mental Health Centre
  • Place2Be, Mental Health Champions Foundation
  • Mentor, Shift Leader and Listening Volunteer - Samaritans
  • Mentor - The Cassandra Learning Centre
  • Outreach Volunteer - Wormwood Scrubs Prison Visitor’s Centre
  • Dementia Friend - The Alzheimer’s Society