Managing Self-Criticism and Stress Response

Jessica Melville

Co-Director, Insula Wellbeing

Jessica is a registered and highly experienced Mental Health Occupational Therapist with nearly two decades of post-qualification practice across primary care, secondary care, acute services, and private settings. She holds postgraduate certification in Cognitive Therapy, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Sensory Attachment, and is skilled in delivering mental health assessments, therapeutic interventions, and occupational-focused therapy. Jessica is passionate about supporting individuals with complex needs, facilitating meaningful recovery, and helping organisations create psychologically safe, proactive wellbeing cultures.

Sharon Rutherford

Co-Director, Insula Wellbeing

Sharon is a professionally qualified and registered Mental Health Social Worker with over 25 years’ experience working across acute mental health, community services, and crisis support. She holds two undergraduate degrees, a Master’s in Social Work, and is formally qualified as an Approved Social Worker (ASW). Sharon has extensive post-qualifying training in therapeutic and clinical practice. Sharon specialises in accessible, preventative, and person-centred mental health support, bringing warmth, expertise, and an evidence-based approach to every setting — from individuals to corporate environments.