I'm Matt Vincent, a Registered Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in children's services, specialising in work with unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

My career has spanned frontline child protection, fostering services, safeguarding management, and strategic leadership. I spent 10 years with a local authority Children's Asylum Team - first as a Senior Social Worker, then as Team Manager for 8 years, leading a multidisciplinary team. 

I established Independent Migrant Services to provide specialist age assessments, training, and consultancy to legal firms and local authorities across the UK.

My Approach

I combine extensive frontline experience with strategic leadership background, delivering evidence-based assessments and training that prioritise the welfare and best interests of vulnerable children and young people. All work is conducted in accordance with Social Work England Professional Standards, statutory guidance, and established case law.

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Naomi is an experienced Psychological Therapist and Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist with over two decades of practice. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling, an MSc in Applied Psychology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy. Additionally, Naomi has completed specialised training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for both adults and children.

With a career spanning various psychology positions since 1995, including 10 years working for the NHS, Naomi brings extensive experience in therapeutic support for vulnerable populations. She has particular expertise in providing counselling and psychological therapy for looked-after children and care leavers, understanding the unique challenges and trauma they face as they navigate their journey towards independence.

Naomi works with private clients, offering a diverse range of evidence-based psychological approaches tailored to individual needs. Her collaborative approach ensures that clients are actively involved in establishing treatment plans and therapy goals that align with their aspirations. Naomi is passionate about facilitating meaningful change and supporting personal growth in the young people and adults she works with.