Nova&Root

Helping people and organisations become trauma-informed, consent-rooted, and emotionally safe

Through training, co-creation, and culture change. Let us support you in building spaces where healing, dignity, and justice can thrive.

Discover Our Approach

About Nova & Root

A trauma-informed consultancy and training practice rooted in healing, equity, and transformation

We're a values-led limited company working toward becoming a Community Interest Company (CIC), to embed our mission of social impact, accountability, and service to communities we work with.

We combine professional expertise with lived experience. Our work is co-produced and community-embedded, grounded in survivor leadership, reflective practice, and inclusive design. We believe in doing the deep work of change — not just dreaming of brighter futures, but building conditions that make them possible.

Nova

A powerful burst of light after darkness — hope, healing, resilience

Root

Grounding, origin, and connection to what sustains us

Our Services

Five specialist services to create transformative, lasting change

Training & Facilitation

Empower your team with trauma-informed training and facilitation. We deliver interactive workshops and survivor-informed sessions that embed emotional safety, consent, and best practices for professionals and organisations seeking meaningful change.

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Organisational Culture Change

Transform your workplace culture with expert consultancy in trauma-informed leadership, co-production, and reflective practice. We help organisations move from performative compliance to authentic, sustainable change that prioritises wellbeing and equity.

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Thought Leadership & Resource Development

Partner with us to create accessible, ethical resources and thought leadership content. We specialise in developing guides, toolkits, and creative materials that support trauma-informed, consent-rooted approaches from grassroots initiatives to executive leadership.

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Consultancy & Strategic Support

Receive tailored strategic support from experienced trauma-informed consultants. We guide organisations through complex challenges, offering actionable solutions to embed consent-rooted, survivor-led practices at every level for lasting impact.

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Independent Project & Service Review

We provide objective, independent reviews of your organisation's projects and services to strengthen applications for continued and future funding. Our expert assessments deliver credible third-party evidence of impact, highlight areas for development, and equip you with compelling, funder-ready insight to build a robust case for sustained investment in your work.

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Meet our collaborators

Dedicated professionals passionate about creating change

Marta Almeida

Marta Almeida

Founder & CEO

With over 15 years of experience in sector, I bring a deeply rooted, lived and professional understanding of trauma-informed support. I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, a trained ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Adviser) and IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Adviser), and hold a diploma in coaching and training.

My training background spans safeguarding (Level 3 for both children and adults), quantum physics of soul, aromatherapy, and more — reflecting my commitment to holistic, compassionate, and evidence-informed care.

I began working at 16, after falling pregnant and being kicked out of my family home. That lived experience continues to shape my approach: I lead with empathy, honesty, and an unwavering belief in people's capacity to heal and grow when given right support.

Claire Beare

Claire Beare

Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA)

A qualified ISVA with a specialist focus on supporting children and young people. Claire's professional journey began in education, where she worked in behaviour management and pastoral care.

This foundation led Claire to a role within children's social care, working in a Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team.

For past nine years, Claire has worked within the sexual violence sector, continuing her commitment to advocating for and supporting young people.

Alongside her frontline work, she has experience engaging with media, having contributed to television, radio, podcasts, and government panel discussions to raise awareness of sexual violence and vital role of ISVAs.

Claire has co-authored specialist training on sexual violence and has delivered sessions nationally to a wide range of professionals.

Leigh Graham

Leigh Graham

Counsellor

Qualified counsellor whose career has spanned diverse clinical and community settings. She began in primary care, providing therapeutic support to patients in GP surgeries for a wide range of issues, from depression to menopause.

Leigh then served at HMP Lewes as a drug and alcohol practitioner, delivering both one-to-one and group interventions for male offenders with substance-use disorders.

For the past eight years, she has specialised in the sexual-violence sector, offering dedicated counselling and advocacy to survivors.

Our Values

Guiding principles that inform everything we do

Compassion First

We meet people, organisations, & systems exactly where they are - with empathy, patience & without judgement.

Authenticity

We work in ways that are honest, real, and reflective of who we are - no gimmicks, no jargon, no box-ticking.

Courage

We are willing to have hard conversations with kindness. We believe change requires bravery - and we walk alongside our partners in that journey.

Integrity

We hold ourselves accountable to the same trauma-informed principles we teach. If we ask others to reflect, we commit to reflecting too.

Empowerment

Our goal is not to "fix" anyone - it's to equip, inspire and strengthen others to lead their own change & healing.

Equity & Inclusion

We centre the experiences of people historically marginalised by systems. We believe trauma does not exist in a vacuum & neither does healing.

Hope & Possibility

We believe change is always possible - even in spaces that feel stuck, heavy or overwhelmed. Small shifts can create powerful ripples.

Reflection & Learning

We are committed to continuous reflection, learning, and unlearning—knowing that trauma-informed practice is not a destination, but an ongoing process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Practical answers to common questions about our services

What services do you provide?

We offer trauma-informed training, organisational culture change consultancy, co-produced resource development, and tailored strategic support for organisations and teams.

Do you run remote sessions or only in-person?

We deliver both remote and in-person sessions. We tailor the format to your needs and the size of the group, prioritising accessibility and safety.

How long are the workshops?

Workshops typically range from 2 hours to full-day sessions. We also offer multi-session packages for deeper organisational change work.

How can we book or request a proposal?

Email us at nova@novaandroot.co.uk or use the contact form below with details about your organisation and goals; we’ll respond with next steps and a proposal.

Do you work with organisations of all sizes?

Yes — we work with small teams, charities, public sector bodies, and larger organisations. We scale our approach to fit your resources and aims.

What are your fees and how do you charge?

Our fees depend on the scope, duration, and format of the work. We offer fixed-price workshops, day rates for consultancy, and tailored packages for longer engagements — contact us for a transparent proposal and we’ll outline options to fit your budget.

Let's Work Together

Ready to create spaces where healing, dignity, and justice can thrive? Let's start a conversation about how we can support you.

nova@novaandroot.co.uk
(+44) 7454 181047
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