First Speakers Confirmed: The 11th National Self Harm & Suicide Prevention Conference 2026

Workshop
Building Resilient Families: Honouring and Elevating Parents and Carers – The Hidden Workforce

Katie Freeman joined Harmless in September 2016, working with people in suicide crisis and has lived experience of supporting people close to her in self harm and suicide crisis. She is now our Chief Clinical Officer. The focus of this role is to ensure that our clinical services are implemented well, are operationally smooth and most importantly that they remain connected. Katie also provides trauma focused psychotherapy.

Outside of work, Katie spends her time renovating and restoring an old Victorian house and re-watching episodes of ‘Call the Midwife’.

As Chief Academy Officer, Leanne Moulton leads the strategic development, delivery and continuous enhancement of the organisation’s trainer-led and E-Learning programmes focused on self harm and suicide prevention. Her work is driven by a commitment to generate income through the creation of innovative, high-impact training sessions and products, all while contributing to the organisation’s long-term sustainability. In addition, Leanne oversees the planning and execution of national conferences, ensuring they align with both the organisation’s mission and strategic priorities. Beyond her core training responsibilities, she works closely with the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to broader organisational strategy, particularly in marketing and communications.

Leanne began her journey with Harmless in 2016 as an intern while completing her BA (Hons) in Special and Inclusive Education. Her career started in pastoral support within primary schools, where she focused on inclusion and support for pupils with SEMH needs. Her personal experience supporting a family member with severe mental health challenges further fuelled her passion for working in the areas of self harm and suicide prevention.

In her spare time, Leanne enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, hiking and scrambling in the mountains, and taking short walks with her sausage dogs.