Helen has more than 30 years’ experience working in the charitable and local authority sector. As well as overseeing Bradford District and Craven Mind’s strategy and operations, she represents the charity at district-wide boards and forums and is currently co-chair of the Mental Health Providers Forum and the Health & Wellbeing Forum, and a member of the Mental Wellbeing Programme Board. She is driven by improving health and wellbeing for all and her passions include being outdoors, enjoying great food and being an auntie to 12 nieces and nephews.

Frankie was formerly a trustee for Bradford District and Craven Mind for many years before joining the leadership team as Deputy CEO. She brings a wealth of experience in healthcare having worked across many specialities as a registered nurse before becoming a matron. Frankie is passionate about mental health particularly suicide prevention, LGBTQ+ mental health and menopause mental health. 

Steven swapped physical health for mental health when he joined Bradford District and Craven Mind in autumn 2022. Having led on commercial operations for a national sports coaching charity for over a decade, Steven returned to Bradford where he was born and educated keen to make a difference to those in need of support. Outside of work, he’s a keen football fan and season ticket holder at Bradford City. 

Helen is a qualified Social Worker with over 10 years’ experience working with adults, children and young people in Bradford District and Craven, through the local authority and voluntary sector. In her role as a Service Director she enjoys supporting our Service Managers to ensure performance and quality are of the highest standard and our services effectively meet the needs of the people we support.

Heather Butcher started as a practitioner and worked her way up to Service Manager of Sanctuary, a service for people in crisis. Heather became Programme Director of Safe Spaces in 2022 leading the new partnership of crisis support in Bradford District and Craven. Heather is now Director of Adults Services at Bradford District and Craven Mind. 

Before joining Bradford District and Craven Mind, Christina worked for Rethink Mental Illness and has 10 years’ project management experience working with vulnerable and at-risk children, young people and adults experiencing mental health difficulties. Her roles have been in a range of settings such as Children’s Social Care, Youth Offending Team, Prisons and Schools. 

Sara is a chartered accountant and tax adviser who has previously worked for KPMG and PwC. As Finance Manager she is responsible for all aspects of finance at Bradford District and Craven Mind, including receipts of funding and donations, and payments of invoices.

Hayley leads the Communications and Engagement team at BDC Mind covering our services portfolio, internal communications and income generation. Before joining the team in January 2022, Hayley has a varied career in marketing across technology, hospitality and education sectors. She brings a wealth of experience to a role which is a cause close to her heart. Outside of work Hayley enjoys rock climbing and wild swimming.

Myriam joined Bradford District and Craven Mind in July 2024 with over ten years’ experience in working with and leading income generation teams for health charities. Myriam enjoys making a difference to people’s lives by developing and delivering income generation strategies and working as part of a team. Outside of work, Myriam can often be seen in a West End theatre in London!

Jurata brings experience from the University of Bradford, Bradford Council, and a range of community organisations including Saltaire Festival, Kirkgate Community Centre and YoGift.

Through both her work and volunteering, she’s seen just how much stronger communities can be when people feel connected and supported. That’s why BDC Mind’s mission—helping people through life’s hardest moments—really struck a chord with her. In this role, she’s excited to help strengthen that support across the district by working together, building relationships, and raising awareness.

We’re delighted to welcome Nicki as BDC Mind’s new Corporate Partnerships Lead. In this role, she’ll be working closely with businesses to support the vital work we do—whether through partnerships, sponsorship, joining our Workplace Wellbeing Movement, or getting involved in fundraising.

She brings experience from both the private and charity sectors, most recently in fundraising and engagement roles focused on dementia, bereavement, and suicide prevention. She’s passionate about building genuine relationships that lead to real impact for people who need support the most.

Asiya is responsible for the smooth running of our city centre HQ and is often the first point of contact for enquiries. As well as administrative duties, she assists with HR and health & safety. She is also a qualified counsellor and works as one of our Recovery Workers.

Natalie Joined us in June 2023 after working in the mental health and wellbeing sector for seven years. She graduated in December 2022 from Preston University with an IAPT practitioners’ degree. Natalie loves helping people and has a passion for supporting people diagnosed with a Severe Mental Illness. Outside of work Natalie loves to travel and make memories with her family.