Alison Waterhouse has worked in mainstream, special education and the independent sector for the past 30 years. She now works as an Educational Psychotherapist and Educational Consultant for SEN and Wellbeing. She is involved in staff training, acts as an Adviser for a renowned Wellbeing Award and supervises Wellbeing Leads and Therapists working in schools.

Melanie Smith has over 25 years' experience in a variety of school settings. She currently works in Children's Services with a Local Authority supporting children, young people and parents.