Sue Bell

Sue Bell OBE is the CEO, Founder, and Clinical Director of Kids Inspire, a charity she established in 2007.13 As a child and mental health advocate and trauma therapist, Sue founded Kids Inspire to address a gap in mental health services for vulnerable children and young people in Essex.3

Professional Background

Sue Bell has dedicated her career to supporting children, young people, and families affected by trauma, distress, or negative experiences. Kids Inspire provides specialist creative and therapeutic support to young people aged 0-25, focusing on promoting self-awareness, self-resilience, and positive relationship building.2

Achievements and Recognition

In June 2021, Sue Bell was awarded an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen's Birthday Honours.1 This recognition celebrates her significant contributions to children's mental health and the impactful work of Kids Inspire over the past 14 years.

Approach and Impact

Under Sue's leadership, Kids Inspire has adopted a family-inclusive approach to support, which has proven to yield the most positive outcomes for children at the center of their work.1 The charity aims to empower children, young people, and their families to break down trauma and mental health barriers, supporting them to recover and thrive.2

Sue Bell is also known for her commitment to lifelong learning and has been recognized as a NeuroAffective Touch graduate and faculty member, further enhancing her expertise in trauma therapy.4