Elise Gear
About Elise Gear
Elise Gear is a Crisis Support Worker currently employed at Mind in London, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in mental health and support roles, including positions at Royal Holloway, University of London, and experience in logistics and administration.
Work at Mind
Elise Gear has been employed as a Crisis Support Worker at Mind since 2021. In this role, she provides essential support to individuals experiencing mental health crises in London. Her work focuses on delivering immediate assistance and guidance to those in need, contributing to the organization's mission of promoting mental well-being.
Current Roles at Royal Holloway, University of London
Elise Gear holds multiple positions at Royal Holloway, University of London. She serves as a Specialist Mental Health Advisor, providing support and guidance to students regarding mental health issues. Additionally, she has editorial responsibilities, contributing to the university's publications since 2019. Her involvement as a Peer Guide from 2017 to 2018 further demonstrates her commitment to supporting the academic community.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current roles, Elise Gear gained diverse experience in various positions. She worked as a Research Assistant at Royal Holloway from 2019 to 2020 and as a Duty Manager at Everyone Active from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she provided healthcare support as a Healthcare Assistant at Nurseplus UK Ltd from 2015 to 2016. Her brief tenure at Storm Productions Group in 2021 as On-site Administration Support also adds to her professional background.
Education and Expertise
Elise Gear has an extensive educational background in psychology. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology at Royal Holloway, expected to complete in 2024. She previously earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Mental Health from the same institution. Her studies have been supervised by Dr. Lyn Ellett and Dr. Jessica Kingston.
Academic Background
Elise Gear completed her secondary education at The Castle School in Taunton, achieving 11 GCSEs graded A-C. She then attended Richard Huish College, where she studied Psychology, English Language, Dance, and Law from 2013 to 2015. This foundational education set the stage for her advanced studies in psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London.