At Rapha Healing, we understand that finding the right person to speak with is an important part of the therapeutic journey. You are welcome to choose the practitioner you feel most comfortable working with for individual sessions. For couples therapy, sessions are usually facilitated by both Trevor and Bernadette together, subject to availability.
Co‑Founder & Trauma‑Informed Social Worker
Dip Social Work BA Hon. in Social Work
Bernadette is an experienced Social Worker whose practice is grounded in trauma‑informed care and a strong commitment to safeguarding children and young people. Throughout her career she has developed extensive experience supporting individuals and families affected by trauma, abuse, and disrupted attachments.
She has specialist experience working with victims of sexual violence through roles as an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) and Crisis Support Worker within a Sexual Assault Referral Centre. In these roles she supported children and young people through complex and sensitive situations, ensuring their voices, choices, and wellbeing remained central throughout safeguarding and criminal justice processes.
Bernadette has also worked extensively within adoption, fostering, special guardianship, and children's guardianship. Since 2013 she has represented the wishes and feelings of children in both private and public law proceedings, advocating for their rights and ensuring their perspectives are clearly heard.
Her work is rooted in compassion, respect, and a deep belief that when people feel safe, supported, and understood, healing and positive change become possible.
Co‑Founder & Counsellor
Trevor Heron
PgDip Counselling
Trevor is a qualified counsellor and experienced manager with over twenty years of supporting vulnerable individuals across health and social care. His work has focused on trauma‑informed, person‑centred support for people facing complex challenges including substance use, mental health difficulties, homelessness, and involvement with the criminal justice system.
Throughout his career he has worked in a range of leadership and practitioner roles, coordinating care and supporting multidisciplinary teams to provide safe, effective, and compassionate services. He has extensive experience working collaboratively with social services, healthcare professionals, and criminal justice partners to ensure individuals receive holistic and coordinated support.
Trevor is particularly passionate about supporting men’s mental health. Through his work in counselling and substance misuse services, he has seen how many men struggle silently with trauma, addiction, and emotional pressure. His approach focuses on creating a safe and non‑judgemental space where individuals can speak openly, develop healthier coping strategies, and move towards meaningful and lasting change.