Hayley Southern

Hayley Southern is an experienced mental health professional specializing in therapeutic services for vulnerable populations, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community and children in care. Currently serving as a Senior Counsellor at Galop, Hayley oversees a therapeutic team at an anti-abuse charity, ensuring quality service delivery and professional development. Hayley previously held roles including Counsellor, Dramatherapist, and Arts Therapist across various organizations, where responsibilities ranged from conducting therapy sessions to managing counselling services in educational settings. Hayley holds a Master of Arts in Dramatherapy from the University of Roehampton and has extensive experience utilizing performance arts techniques to promote emotional wellbeing and resilience in diverse groups.