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Our Team
Sonja Tammen
I am the Lead Caseworker responsible for managing the MBMLW service at WAVE Trauma Centre, based in Belfast. Since 2011, I have been working for WAVE Trauma Centre, first as Outreach Caseworker, from 2013 until 2022 as Project Manager for WAVE Trauma Centre in Ballymoney. I am a qualified counsellor, hold a Masters in Political Sciences (University of Hamburg) and a Degree in Psychological Trauma Studies (QUB). I feel privileged to support individuals improving their health and wellbeing and I am passionate about working with people.
Rebecca Donnelly
I am a MBMLW Caseworker, working directly with those impacted by Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses. In my role as Caseworker I am the starting point for individuals referring into WAVE Trauma Centre, supporting them to avail of a range of services including Health & Wellbeing, Counselling, Complementary Therapy, Welfare, Peer Support, and Outreach. I joined WAVE in April 2021 and prior to this, have experience in working with and supporting both young people and adults within the local community. I have worked with individuals in rural areas dealing with isolation, with individuals suffering with physical and psychological health concerns and with young people in education settings. Throughout my work I aim to be a supportive friendly face for those who need support. In my role as MBMLW Caseworker I will continue to work passionately to support the wellbeing of all of our clients.
Annette Creelman
I am the Welfare Rights Officer responsible for assisting people involved with our MBMLW service at WAVE Trauma Centre. I am based at our Armagh Centre. I have been working for WAVE Trauma Centre for 17 years within our welfare advice service. I am trained in Welfare Rights, have a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and have undertaken numerous trauma related courses during my time at WAVE Trauma Centre. I enjoy providing information and advice, assistance on a range of issues to help improve the circumstances or those who use our service. I look forward to working with you!