Erin Tricker is our registered Mental Health Nurse, she has worked in children and adolescent mental health services for over 5 years supporting young people in a tier 4 inpatient service. Erin has previous experience in a primary school as a SEN teaching assistant specialising in supporting young people with non-verbal communication skills and using Makaton as an alternative.
Erin will be working in the Colne Valley PCN, covering 5 surgeries throughout the week.
Erin works along side her colleagues at NELFT to bridge the gap between primary and secondary mental health services and ensure timely and effective treatment for young people and their families.
What Support Can Erin offer?
Assessment for young people up to 18 who might require further exploration to understand their mental health needs
Psychoeducation, advice and sign posting to other services
Low-Intensity, evidence-based interventions for problems such as low mood, mild to moderate emotional difficulties, anxiety, stress related issues and sleep difficulties.
Specialist mental health consultation and advice for primary care colleagues
Referrals
Please speak with the GP reception to book the initial telephone consultation with us.