About us
We are a dedicated team of counsellors passionate about mental health, training, and continuing professional development (CPD).
Meet Kerry – Founder of Listening 2 U Training
Kerry is the founder of Listening 2 U Training and brings a wealth of experience in the mental health field. With over 10 years of service in the public sector, she has worked with a wide range of organisations, including the NHS, Lincolnshire County Council, Police, MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements), and Circles – a programme focused on reducing sexual offending in partnership with criminal justice agencies.
Kerry is a qualified teacher and visiting lecturer at both colleges and universities. She is an Accredited Mental Health Counsellor, provides clinical supervision to other mental health professionals, and is a qualified and authorised trainer in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
Listening 2 U was established in 2012, as Kerry qualified as a mental health counsellor. Since then, the organisation has grown significantly, supporting individuals and communities locally in Lincoln, across the UK, and globally.
In recognition of her work in mental health and suicide prevention during the pandemic, Kerry received the Global Unsung Hero Award, highlighting her unwavering commitment to supporting others during one of the most challenging times in recent history.
Meet Kerry – Founder of Listening 2 U Training
Kerry is the founder of Listening 2 U Training and brings a wealth of experience in the mental health field. With over 10 years of service in the public sector, she has worked with a wide range of organisations, including the NHS, Lincolnshire County Council, Police, MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements), and Circles – a programme focused on reducing sexual offending in partnership with criminal justice agencies.
Kerry is a qualified teacher and visiting lecturer at both colleges and universities. She is an Accredited Mental Health Counsellor, provides clinical supervision to other mental health professionals, and is a qualified and authorised trainer in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
Listening 2 U was established in 2012, as Kerry qualified as a mental health counsellor. Since then, the organisation has grown significantly, supporting individuals and communities locally in Lincoln, across the UK, and globally.
In recognition of her work in mental health and suicide prevention during the pandemic, Kerry received the Global Unsung Hero Award, highlighting her unwavering commitment to supporting others during one of the most challenging times in recent history.
Listening 2 U is a multiple award-winning company.
Best Counselling & Mental Health Training Provider 2025/2026 - East Midlands
Mental Health Support Service of the Year for Lincolnshire 2024/2025
Counselling Service of the Year 2023/2024
Mental Health Support Service of the Year for Lincolnshire 2023/2024
Outstanding Contribution to Suicide Intervention 2023 - East of England
Counselling Service of the Year 2022/2023
Global Unsung Hero Award 2022
Best Mental Health Counselling Service Provider - East Midlands 2020/2021
Mental Health Support Service of the Year for Lincolnshire 2024/2025
Counselling Service of the Year 2023/2024
Mental Health Support Service of the Year for Lincolnshire 2023/2024
Outstanding Contribution to Suicide Intervention 2023 - East of England
Counselling Service of the Year 2022/2023
Global Unsung Hero Award 2022
Best Mental Health Counselling Service Provider - East Midlands 2020/2021
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