David Holmes MA (Cantab)
I have spent the last 10 years working within the field of mental health. I have front line and managerial experience working within both the NHS and the voluntary sector, and have worked in assertive outreach, work rehabilitation (medium secure hospital), service development, and survivor/service user involement
I have previously worked as a lecturer in psychology and health and social care, within a college of further education, and within the private sector.
I have a degree in psychology, an advanced diploma in humanistic counselling, and I am an approved MHFA Instructor.
What participants have said about previous MHFA courses I have delivered.
"Interesting, authoritative and lively. A huge amount of information was conveyed clearly and economically. Pace and structure excellent. One of the best courses I have ever been on."
"Exceptionally clear, digestible account of mental health, mental illness and strategies for managing them."
"Thorough, Articulate, Knowledgeable & Approachable"
"I have learnt an awful lot & found the subject matter covered thought provoking & throughly interesting"
"This course has upskilled me in terms of my mental heatlh knowledge 100%"
"Very knowleagable on subject matter & engaged audience v.well"
"The course was excellent, informative, useful and supportive."
"Very open, honest and 'colourful' (!) style of presenting information and facilitating discussion. This was refreshing and challenged my thoughts and perceptions."
"It was a really enjoyable and stimulating course."
"Thank you for a great, informative course!"
