Tahira Hussain has extensive experience working in the statutory and voluntary sector. She had a 19-year career in social work, mental health, community development, charity and the housing sector.

Tahira also has a successful track record in consultancy, training and project management. Qualified as a cognitive behavioural psychotherapist, she is a member of the BABCP and BPS.

Working as a training associate for national agencies she has utilised her experience in the housing, health and care sector and delivered a menu of training packages aimed to support staff, stakeholders and residents on a range of topics including mental health awareness, mental health and wellbeing, safeguarding children & adults, equality & diversity, stress management, managing depression, effective psychological intervention and developing self-esteem.

Tahira is also an approved therapist to support wellbeing and awareness of mental health through training and CBT therapies.