About Dr Asha Patel

Dr Asha Patel is a Clinical Psychologist, CEO of Innovating Minds, and a nationally recognised expert in trauma-informed practice. She supports local authorities to design and embed psychologically informed systems that improve outcomes for children, families, and communities.

Working alongside multi-agency leaders, she focuses on workforce development, system alignment, and measurable impact—equipping professionals to deliver consistent, trauma-responsive support at scale.

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Working with Family Hubs across the UK

In their own words.

"We realised really quickly that across Kent that not all specialist providers support children affected by domestic abuse. We wanted to offer a trauma informed domestic abuse support programme for children so we implemented Healing Together as a core offer"

Tamara Maretlane

Partnerships Manager I Kent Family Hubs

"Dr Asha Patel's presentation was delivered with exceptional professionalism and a strong trauma‑informed approach, seamlessly combining clarity, depth, and highly practical guidance. Attendees consistently described the session as engaging and inspiring".

Community Safety Team

Bolton Council

"Asha and team undertook a thorough and robust trauma-informed practice audit of current practice for us both in Boise and as a desk top exercise. Asha’s knowledge is incredible and she has been supportive, empowering and informative throughout the time of working with her".

Adam Hindhaugh |  Family Hubs Lead

Halton Council

You Will Also Get This FREE Implementation GUIDE Full of Practical Recommendations from Dr Asha Patel

Is Your Family Hub Trauma-Informed? 
Time to Find Out!

You care deeply about supporting families affected by trauma, but is your commitment visible across every part of your Hub? Take the Audit to find out where you stand in minutes.

It only takes 3 minutes to find out how trauma informed is your Family Hub and what to do about it!