Donna Henderson

I am incredibly proud of my team of Crises intervention workers, who work seven days a week, providing support to people during some of the most difficult and vulnerable moments of their lives. The nature of our work is emotionally demanding and can be challenging in ways that are difficult to put into words. Every day, my team listens to stories of distress, trauma, loss and uncertainty, often supporting people who feel they have nowhere else to turn. Despite the emotional weight of the work, they continue to show compassion, patience, professionalism and genuine commitment. They give so much of themselves to others, often working behind the scenes where their efforts may go unseen. I recognise the emotional resilience this role requires and the importance of looking after the people who spend their days looking after others. As their manager, I feel privileged to lead such a dedicated team. Their strength, kindness and determination are at the heart of Talking Space, and I am incredibly grateful for everything they do.