
SHAUNA MATHEWS – RECOVERY SUPPORT WORKER
“Hi, I’m Shauna, a Recovery Support Worker at Clear. I enjoy working at Clear as support workers get the chance to be creative when developing sessions. I love seeing people’s confidence develop throughout their time with us. We have a range of groups at CLEAR, and within these, clients can find or rediscover hobbies or interests they enjoy in a supportive setting.”

LINDSAY GRIMES – DEPUTY MANAGER
“I’m Lindsay, Deputy Manager at the Clear service. I love working on many different projects and tasks. I particularly enjoy seeing the creative and flexible approach we take at Clear. From the way we work with individual clients to the variety of everything we have on offer, there is always something to get involved in.”

REBECCA STEAD – PROJECT LEAD
"I am Clear’s Project Lead. I love my role at Clear because every project brings something new — no two days are ever the same. My work has included helping to take Clear out into the wider community by building links with school hubs. This has opened doors for people who might not usually access Clear, giving them the chance to join sessions in familiar, local spaces.
I’m passionate about making our services as accessible and inclusive as possible, with neurodiversity being especially close to my heart. My curiosity and eye for spotting gaps, paired with a drive for efficiency and a willingness to learn from best practices in unexpected places, help me bring a fresh perspective to the work we do."

HANNAH COCHRANE – SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER
"Hello, I’m Hannah, I’m the Senior Support Worker at Clear, I have worked at Clear for some time and really enjoy the creative groups and courses that we deliver to the Kirklees community which is where I am born and bred! I love holistic and alternative therapies and like to incorporate elements of these into the support we provide at Clear. I love my job as I get support the development of the team and the service, but also still get to work with clients directly through groups and projects."

DESPINA HAFIZ – RECOVERY SUPPORT WORKER
"Hi, I’m Despina, a Mental Health Recovery Worker at CLEAR. My background is in community projects, theatre arts, and holistic therapies. I value creative problem-solving and holistic approaches to life.
I love seeing people grow through the groups they choose, rediscover their joy for learning, and build social skills in a safe space. It’s rewarding to watch camaraderie develop into peer support.
I also enjoy one-to-one sessions, where people often gain valuable insights, as well as group outings that help build confidence and ease social anxiety. Sharing laughter and learning together is something both clients and I truly enjoy."

ABI MACDONALD – VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR
"I’m Abi, the Volunteer lead for the Clear service. I have been in this role since 2016 and really enjoy linking volunteers and students with all the timetabled activities and one off opportunities on offer so they can support Clear clients in groups and develop their skills alongside our great support workers. Prior to Inspire North, Clear Service, I trained volunteers for Citizens Advice in Oldham and Greater Manchester.
I love working at Clear because of the people, the creativity and encouragement to keep innovating and improving our volunteer offer.
Away from work, I Paint. Browse second hand/vintage shops. Plan and lead group walks. Practice Iyengar Yoga and Pilates. And spend time up on the hills fell running and walking or quietly pottering at home"

KRISTA BAGNELL – SERVICE MANAGER
"Hi, I’m Krista, Service Manager at CLEAR. I’ve been part of CLEAR for 10 years and absolutely love my role. One of the things I value most is the creativity it allows, which I enjoy passing on to clients and staff—encouraging everyone to explore their own creative side.
Outside of my role, I’m also an artist and a yoga teacher, and both deeply influence the way I approach my work. I’m passionate about supporting people and love witnessing their journey as they grow, blossom, and bloom into themselves."

MICHELLE RHODES – ASSISTANT SUPPORT WORKER
"What I like about the role is meeting clients and getting to know them throughout their journey with CLEAR, supporting clients through the highs and lows in recovery. I enjoy facilitating groups and seeing clients laughing and enjoying themselves as this is a part of recovery. I also like watching clients becoming part of a community . It enables people to socialise in a safe space and have a sense of belonging for themselves, which is an important part of rediscovering yourself"

HAYLEY VERCOMMEN - RECOVERY SUPPORT WORKER
"Hello my name is Hayley, I have been part of the Clear team since December 2020, mid lockdown which was a really strange time for us all! I absolutely love how we offer a vast array of recovery focussed groups and that we can see clients progress in their time with us. My background is originally addiction recovery, which often comes hand in hand with mental health and wellbeing and I found that this is where my passion lies. Lots of things to come in the future for Clear and I’m excited to see what its going to look like 😊’’

RACHEL THORNTON -APPRENTICE
"I love working for clear because of the people. From the clients to the people who work in the office everyone makes Clear a comfortable place to be where there is a real sense of community and everyone feels like they are on the same team"

DENISE LAZARUS – BUISNESS SUPPORT
"My name is Denise; I am CLEAR’s administrator. I am the first point of contact when you are the referred to CLEAR. There are a variety of groups and activities we have to offer, from meditation, arts and crafts to walks in the park (weather permitting).
I enjoy working at CLEAR because of the variety of people that are referred and watching individuals’ journey with us, as well as making new friends along the way."

TAHRAN SLOAN
