The BMR Workplace Wellbeing Consultant Team
A unique blend of expertise from the worlds of Corporate, Media, Sport, Public Sector, Psychology, Research and General Practice
Our Team
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Sheila Lord, Founder
Sheila Lord brings extensive corporate experience in supply chain
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management, operations, and ISO management systems implementation to her role at BMR. Having witnessed the challenges of disjointed processes in organizations, she quickly recognized missed opportunities for improvement. Now, Sheila uses her corporate expertise to help businesses embed well-being into their daily operations, ensuring that mental health and wellness are integral to their organizational culture and long-term success.
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Ann Robinson, Co-Founder
With a successful 30-year career as an actress and presenter, Ann Marie
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saw firsthand the mental health challenges of life in the media. Motivated to make a difference, she co-founded BMR Health and Wellbeing with Sheila Lord to promote workplace mental health support. Ann is a certified Mental Health First Aid England and Suicide First Aid Instructor, a hypnotherapist, and in her third year of psychotherapy training. She has trained over 1,000 people, empowering them to better support mental well-being in their organizations.
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Kirstine Nicholson, COO
Kirstine oversees all back-office operations, including diary
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management and ensuring the smooth running of the organization. Her exceptional organizational skills keep BMR on track, and her team would be lost without her. With decades of experience in the football industry, Kirstine brings a unique perspective, understanding the pressures of high-demand environments. Her background equips her to effectively manage operational challenges while supporting BMR's mission to promote mental health and well-being in the workplace.
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Mya Clemence - Client Care
Mya Clemence brings her passion for mental health advocacy and client
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care to her role as an Account Manager at BMR Health and Wellbeing. With a professional background in acting and modeling, Mya’s warmth and dedication shine through in her work. She is committed to supporting mental health initiatives in the workplace and educational settings, ensuring that clients receive the care and support they need to foster a healthier, more resilient environment for their teams.
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Dr Rachel Jakeman, GP
Rachel is an Associate Consultant with BMR and a GP.
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Rachel has a keen interest in Male and Female Health, Mental Health, Menopause, Weight Management and Burnout. She also provides NHS GP services to a newly piloted gender identity clinic.
From her vantage point as a GP, Rachel witnesses firsthand the toll of poor physical and mental health.
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Lucy Davies - Associate Consultant
Lucy is a researcher active in Stress, Mental Health & Performance.
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In 2020, she completed her MSc in Psychology, and went on to teach Psychology to undergraduate and postgraduate students for three years.
Lucy is a doctoral researcher and educator in academia & practice.
Lucy's PhD research is exploring the emotional impact of trauma on police decision-making, in the context of misconduct.
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Peter Kelly - Associate Consultant
Peter Kelly is a leading psychologist, speaker and advisor
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who consults with organisations in the UK and internationally for mental health solutions in the workplace.
Peter was a Senior Psychologist & Specialist Inspector at The UK Health
and Safety Executive.
During his tenure, he developed the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) management standards approach to tackle work-related stress and was a consultant on the development of the ISO45003 global standard for managing work related psychological risks.Description goes here
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Clare E Kenny - Associate Consultant
Clare is an experienced workplace wellbeing strategist, leadership &
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culture expert, facilitator and AoEC qualified coach.
With a background in learning and development and leadership consultancy, Clare has worked in senior leadership roles in Europe and Asia, and now supports organisations to build cultures and ways of working that help people to thrive, not just survive.
She has experience working with a range of organisations from FTSE 100s to dynamic start-ups including Burberry, Channel 4, KPMG, Novartis and Warner Brothers Discovery
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Fiona Pawley - Associate Consultant
Fiona is an Inclusive Leadership Trainer and Coach,
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dedicated to fostering inclusive leadership practices, equipping leaders with the skills to create diverse, multigenerational, and collaborative teams.
Fiona has vast experience in her field, she has successfully worked with prestigious clients, including the Financial Times, Ocado, Rolls Royce, and the BWT Alpine F1 team.
Her dynamic and engaging style ensures that those she works with not only gain new skills but also the confidence to apply them effectively in their careers.
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Ed Carney - Associate Consultant
Ed is a Safelives qualified Independent Domestic Abuse Advisor (IDVA).
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Working primarily with both male and female perpetrators of abuse, with a BA (Hons) in Social Sciences, Ed has 14 years of experience as a practising risk assessor for perpetrators.
In addition, he is a trained Domestic Abuse Practitioner in The Freedom Programme, Ahimsa, Caring Dads, PPP and Family Links including Parenting and specific issue risk assessments:
- Domestic Abuse Stalking and Harassment (DASH)
- Spousal Abuse Risk Assessment (SARA)
1-2-1 and group interventions, both on-line and in person
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Lorraine Canham - Associate Consultant
Lorraine is a HR Director with 25 years plus experience specialising in
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organisational development with a proven track record in leading HR initiatives, driving workforce engagement and working with SME’s in developing their leadership and communication whilst ensuring clients are compliant and free from any legal vulnerabilities.
A qualified HR professional, Coach, Motivational Maps Practitioner and a Mental Health first Aider she is passionate about employee well-being and cultivating diverse, inclusive workplace environments where employees can thrive.
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Kerry Davies - Associate Consultant
Kerry is a member of the British Sleep Society, the professional organisation
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for medical, scientific and healthcare workers dealing with sleeping disorders. She has completed two sleep schools certified by the British Medical Journal, and is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia in adults.
Kerry provides sleep sessions that cater to a wide range of audiences, including children aged 1 or older, adults, individuals with neurodiversity and complex needs, those working in shift schedules, and women going through menopause.
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Liz Mulhall Brewer - Associate Consultant
Liz is a Business Psychologist specialising in Neurodiversity and
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workplace well-being.
With a strong passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals, Liz applies a neurodiversity lens to traditional well-being services and workplace design.
She works across various sectors, including healthcare, government, and financial services, delivering neurodiversity coaching for individuals with ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, and more.
Through her coaching, Liz helps clients develop strategies to enhance well-being, optimize performance, and navigate workplace challenges, fostering inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
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Nicky Eyre - Associate Consultant
Nicki is a workplace bullying specialist who provides practical insights for
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organisations committed to addressing this critical issue.
With extensive experience speaking at UK and international events, she understands the profound impact bullying has at both individual and organisational levels.
Nicki leads the Stop Hurt at Work campaign, advocating for workplace bullying to be recognized in UK law, and helping create safer, more respectful work environments for all employees.
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Rachel Toseland - Associate Consultant
Rachel is a qualified Financial Planner with a mission to educate employees
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on how to make smarter financial decisions. She provides accessible guidance on saving, investing, pension planning, mortgages, and protection, empowering employees to take control of their financial well-being. Rachel works with individuals and groups to help them maximize their financial positions, offering practical tools and strategies to create financial stability, reduce stress, and build a secure future. Her approach ensures employees are informed and confident about their financial choices.
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Viv La Pushner - Associate Consultant
Viv is a qualified Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Level 3 Personal Trainer,
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and CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, with expertise in CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, and nutrition. She has competed individually and as part of a team and is passionate about helping employees improve their health and fitness. Viv educates employees on building strength, enhancing physical fitness, and creating sustainable nutritional habits. Her holistic approach helps employees boost their well-being, increase energy, and perform better both in and out of the workplace.