Vanessa Brown is an experienced professional in the field of counselling and training, currently serving as a National Trainer at Cruse Bereavement Support since July 2023. Prior to this role, Vanessa operated Vanessa Brown Counselling from October 2008 to July 2023 as a Person Centred Counsellor. Vanessa's background includes serving as a Counsellor, Trainer, and Supervisor at Oxford Cruse Bereavement Care from October 2005 to July 2023, where support for clients and training volunteers were key responsibilities. Other roles include HPL at Abingdon and Witney College, Area Administrator at Oxfordshire Cruse Bereavement Care, and Specialist Lecturer in HIV Awareness while self-employed. Vanessa also managed an ironing and laundry business from May 2006 to November 2015. Educational qualifications include a Diploma in Counselling from Amersham and Wycombe College and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Aberdeen.