About me

Robin Barratt

MHFAider


Now in my early 60s, I started working in the security industry way back in the late '80s. First I worked on the doors and then in close protection - both operations and training - in countries including Russia, The Balkans (during the conflict), and the Middle East. I had a small security training company which I sold in 2002, and began writing my first book and have been writing on and off ever since. I also now provide mental health support, and run Poetry for Mental Health - supporting people with mental health challenges by motivating and inspiring them to write poetry.


I am on the autistic spectrum, and have had a number of ongoing mental health challenges throughout my life, compounded by trauma and a difficult childhood. 

Certifications & Qualifications


  • MHFA England - Mental Health Awareness - Norfolk & Waveney MIND.
  • MIND - Suicide Responder course.
  • MHFA England - Mental Health First Aid - Norfolk & Waveney MIND.
  • The British Red Cross - Mental Health for First Aid.
  • First Aid for Mental Health (a Level 3 course, 150 hours CPD certified, Ofqual).
  • Body Healing Coach Diploma (a Level 3 course, 150 hours CPD certified, Ofqual).
  • Counselling Skills Diploma (a Level 3 course, 150 hours CPD certified, Ofqual).
  • Pain Management Practitioner Course (a Level 3 course, 150 hours CPD certified, Ofqual).
  • The British Red Cross - Emergency First Aid at Work.
  • acas - Bullying and Harassment, Conflict Resolution, Disability Discrimination, Equality and Diversity.


Forthcoming:


  • Yoga Teacher Training Diploma Course (Level 4 - 200 hr ,CPD certified, Ofqual).
  • Grief & Bereavement Counselling (a Level 3 course, 150 hours CPD certified, Ofqual).


Other:


  • Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence (expires Aug 2027).
  • DBS (criminal record) checked: 2019 & 2024.
  • Member - Association of Mental Health First Aiders.