Tamara Richards

Conducted on-the-day screenings and mental state examinations for court appearances, producing court reports to support sentencing decisions. Liaised with and referred individuals to appropriate services, facilitating hospital diversion for those in acute mental distress and acting promptly on safeguarding concerns.

Provided one-to-one talking therapy to clients with mild to complex mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. Utilized techniques based on cognitive behavioural therapy and facilitated psycho-educational groups, empowering individuals to achieve their goals.

Delivered client-centered substance misuse and general health and wellbeing care to service users in a prison setting, managing a caseload and providing harm reduction advice. Facilitated structured 1:1 and group-work sessions for substance misuse and low-level mental health, supporting transitions from prison to community.

Provided high-quality patient experiences by tracking new referrals, investigations, and onward referring patients to hospitals or discharging them to GPs. Collaborated on creating and implementing new standard operating procedures, troubleshooting issues, and participating in administrative projects.

Created reports and certificates, assisting health technicians and physicians with presentations and articles. Managed bookkeeping and processed invoices using spreadsheet and word processing software, providing feedback to doctors and companies via email and telephone.

Assisted professional and clinical staff in delivering psychologically informed therapeutic care and rehabilitation to patients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on care plans. Conducted ongoing risk assessments and provided accurate feedback to senior staff, acting as a key worker for assigned patients.

Prepared and identified incoming samples and request forms using various laboratory equipment, maintaining patient records and entering data into the computer system. Performed administrative tasks, adhered to procedures and health/safety guidelines, and documented all activities and results.

Supervised a team of sales assistants, providing performance feedback to management and offering advice to clients on healthcare, fragrance, and makeup products. Conducted training and coaching programs to improve subordinate performance, achieving KPIs in sales and customer satisfaction.

Greeted and welcomed clients professionally, managing transport, diary, stationary, and catering requirements within budgetary constraints. Reviewed company security in collaboration with staff to ensure policy compliance and maintain a safe environment.

Activities and societies: Enhanced skills of professional practice in forensic psychology and mental health to provide the correct treatment with psychological assessment of the patient/client and provide suggestions.

Gained comprehensive knowledge of psychology, forensic, mental health, and experience with reflective practice. Researched on applied psychology to assist mental health professionals, along with public, better understand thought processes, behaviours, and the factors that influence them. Directed research into stalker’s mental illness diagnosis affects people’s perceptions of the severity of situa

Studied the fundamentals of criminology and psychology. Gained a comprehensive understanding of criminal behavior and psychological principles.