Meet The NECS Board

North East Counselling Services has expanded from a small counselling agency with just 2 counsellors in 2006 to become the much larger organisation we are today with over 50 counsellors.

We've supported over 10, 000 people (so far) and we want to continue to help more. We're really proud that 93% of our clients have told us that counselling has helped them. We're also really proud that we've helped over 100 people achieve their dream to become a counsellor.

As the organisation has grown, our governance has evolved to ensure the security of the organisation for the future. Our fantastic board is hardworking and committed - find out more about each of them by clicking on their photo. In addition to our board, we have a group of experienced individuals who form our Advisory Group. They play a vital role in helping us to shape the organisation for the future and bring extended expertise.

About Marj

Founder Director

Marj is the founder Director of North East Counselling Services and a qualified counselling practitioner. Her positive energy, dynamism and passion for improving mental health and wellbeing in local communities are the major driving forces behind North East Counselling Services. With over 30 years history in the financial services industry Marjorie possesses skills and experience in the key business areas of strategic planning, personnel management, training, recruitment and quality assurance. Marjorie believes in using local knowledge and experience to influence change from the ground up.

About Leon

Director

Leon’s role as a Director includes strategic planning, marketing and PR, and developing the FELIX and PQASSO business performance systems.

Leon joined the Board in October 2012 and has helped support North East Counselling Services from its conception in July 2006 when working as an Economic Development Officer for Gateshead Council and other business support roles. He has a creative mind and a flair for innovation and testing out new ideas and initiatives.