Emily R.

Emily R. is an experienced professional currently serving as Director at Common Thread Consultancy, focusing on fostering sustainable change and social impact within communities. In addition to this role, Emily functions as an Associate Visiting Lecturer at UCL, specializing in CBT for mental health conditions. Various positions at organizations such as YoungMinds, St Giles, and the British Association of Social Workers reflect Emily's commitment to leveraging lived experiences in mental health advocacy. As a member of the Lived Experience Advisory Group at King's College London, Emily provides critical insights for a UKRI funded network addressing violence, abuse, and mental health issues. Previous roles include Project Officer for the Haringey Suicide Prevention Group and contributions to Mind, where Emily advanced user-led initiatives. Emily R. is pursuing a PhD in Psychosocial Studies at Birkbeck, University of London, building on a solid educational foundation that includes an MA in Psychosocial Studies, a Certificate in Existential Philosophy and Psychotherapy, and a BSc in Psychology from The University of Sheffield.