Meet Stef ...
Stef Bricklebank – Confidence Consultant | HCPC Registered Dramatherapist | Trainer | Speaker
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Stef Bricklebank is a York-based Confidence Consultant and HCPC-registered Dramatherapist with over 27 years’ experience working across a wide range of communities and professional sectors. Her work spans community, educational, charity, and organisational settings, always underpinned by creativity, compassion, and a deep commitment to human connection.
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Stef designs and delivers Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited training programmes that are dynamic, reflective, and rooted in both evidence-based practice and lived experience. Her workshops and bespoke sessions challenge thinking, build confidence, and promote personal and professional growth for individuals and teams alike.
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In her therapeutic work, Stef supports clients on a one-to-one basis, helping them untangle thoughts, gain clarity, and move forward with purpose. She also works as a Bereavement Practitioner through Bereaved Children Support York (BCSY), offering sensitive, grounded support to those navigating grief and loss.
Stef is regularly involved in research and consultancy projects focusing on mental health, wellbeing, and voice empowerment—bringing real-world insight into academic, organisational, and social change contexts. She also provides coaching for CEOs, directors, and senior leaders, helping to cultivate resilient leadership and people-focused workplace cultures.
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As a motivational speaker, Stef shares bold, honest stories that break taboos and inspire others to embrace their own potential. Her work is always bespoke, always human—anchored in listening deeply and creating safe, brave spaces for meaningful growth and transformation.
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Articles:
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjljg5ezdewo
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https://www.yorkmind.org.uk/news-events/news/wellbeing-tips/
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https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/news/2024/menopause-support/
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https://yorkwomenscounselling.org/news/ywcs-announces-menopause-support-group-project-for-yorknbsp
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https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/23590856.york-mind-open-art-show-bruce-wetherhill-tadcaster/
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https://www.leedsunited.com/news/community/32196/supporting-world-mental-health-day
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https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/23583400.york-mind-exhibition-honours-bruce-wetherhill-tadcaster/
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https://medium.com/@stephanybricklebank/hibernation-4488df4e1ee1
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https://social-vision.org.uk/build-up-your-confidence-change-your-life/
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https://www.whiskeykissespromotions.com/post/mhaw-with-stef-bricklebank
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