About us: Our Story
Registered as a charity in December 2021 (registered charity number 1197095). Flourish Mentors was co-founded by Frederique (a Child and Adolescent Therapist and author) and Cathy (a graphic designer), two long-time friends united by a shared passion for supporting young women as they transition into adulthood.
Too many young women, especially those who have faced adversity, are offered support that is under-resourced, under-designed, and underwhelming.
Flourish Mentors was created to offer something genuinely different: free, long-term, and stigma-free.
At Flourish, therapeutic expertise drives everything we do. Our programmes are safe, evidence-informed, and deeply supportive, while thoughtful design makes them welcoming, inclusive, and accessible. Together, we create spaces where young women are seen, heard, and genuinely supported to grow and thrive.
Our team is led by Frederique and Cathy, whose combined expertise bridges the worlds of child and adolescent therapy and creative design.
Our partnership reflects the dual nature of our work – grounded in both emotional depth and visual storytelling. Together, we bring balance to everything we create, ensuring that programmes are rooted in therapeutic insight while remaining visually engaging, neurodivergent-friendly and sustainable.
Frederique offers a multi-cultural background and understanding with more than 30 years of therapeutic work with young people, with specialist expertise supporting those with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. She is the author of Trauma and Teens
Cathy brings over 35 years of creative and management experience in design and branding, including senior roles in children’s publishing.
Our Team
Frédérique Lambrakis-Haddad
CO-FOUNDER
therapist, visionary, passionate, playful, published author, avid reader, sea-swimmer
Cathy Chesson
CO-FOUNDER
creative, empathetic, calm, determined, networker, adventurer, printmaker
Judi Holly
ADMIN/TECH GURU
professional, versatile, tech-savvy, humorous, caring, competitive, Albion supporter.
Rachel W
CARE EXPERIENCED LEAD
dual perspective specialist, care experienced, immersive, impactful, caring, goof-ball dog-lover
Lynne Trower
COMMUNICATIONS LIAISON
supportive, committed, focused, gregarious, sea dipper, fun loving, approachable
Leona
CARE LEAVER & CANDLEMAKER
creative, warm-hearted, supportive, funny, always ready to listen, lights up a room (and candle!)
Hannah
DIGITAL LEAD
journalist, storyteller, diligent, advocate, weight-lifter, touch-rugby player
Emma Mendes da Costa
EDI CONSULTANT
equality specialist, disability rights advocate, climber, aerialist
Our Trustees
Supporting our core team is a dedicated board of trustees whose collective skills and experience strengthen our mission to nurture and empower young women. Their insight, guidance, and shared values ensure we remain focused, accountable, and impactful.
We are deeply grateful for their ongoing support – and for the care and commitment they bring to our community.
Shwezin Win
CHAIR
strategic thinker with heart, purpose driven parent, coach, leader, choir enthusiast
Andrea Brolly
GOVERNANCE
governance specialist, inspired by the power of community, passionate about nature & the outdoors
Tash Gamble
SAFE GUARDING
VAWG & safeguarding specialist consultant, LGBT advocate, carer, compassionate and pianist
Antoinette Daniel
PARTNERSHIPS
people oriented, values, driven leader, encourager, mentor, avid dinner host
Aaradhya Sharma
TREASURER
diligent, trustworthy, empathetic, calm, personable, detailed oriented, avid cinema and sports lover
Anna Odedun
STRATEGY
People-centred strategist with curious mind and collaborative spirit
Flourish Ambassadors
We invite all Flourish mentees to join the Flourish Ambassadors – a vibrant group of young women co-creating everything we do.
Co-creation is at the heart of Flourish. From shaping workshops to designing campaigns, Ambassadors lead the way. What began with four young women has grown into a dynamic team of 12 – and we’re excited to welcome more.
As an Ambassador, you’ll join 6–8 gatherings a year where your ideas turn into real projects that reflect what young women truly need.
Just as importantly, this is a space for connection, peer support, and shared growth – where your voice is heard, your story matters, and you belong.
If you’re curious, creative, or just want to be part of something real - we’d love to co-create with you.
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