About us
Tellmi is a British Social Enterprise which launched in 2017. Formerly known as MeeToo, Tellmi is successfully addressing the mental health crisis and tackling health inequalities.
Founded by psychologist Suzi Godson PhD and engineer Kerstyn Comley PhD, Tellmi’s unique approach combines pre-moderated peer support and preemptive counsellor intervention to provide users with easy access to the appropriate level of support. It is one of the few digital platforms available for NHS commissioning where people can safely connect with their peers to share their experience, advice, and information.
A pioneering force in the digital peer support space, Tellmi has now safely supported 100,000+ people.
Tellmi Team 2026
Back row from left to right: Clare Power Directory Manager, Kieran Collingwood Service Delivery and Operations Associate, Emma French Head of Delivery and Marketing, Charlie Dunbar-Aldred Programme Delivery Assistant Max Shaw Intern, Jack Price Operations Manager, Middle row from left to right: Kathy Hayes Graphic Designer, Zoe Cookson Head of Finance, Kerstyn Comley Co-CEO, Kyle Andrews Bid Manager, Suzi Godson Co-CEO Front row from left to right: Jodie Ohiwerei Relationship Manager, Jess Flora Marketing Lead, Sharmaine Malik Senior Engagement Manager
What we wish we’d known when we were young
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Sjoukje Neil
Chair of the Tellmi Board
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Alina Lourie
Tellmi Board
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Dr Kerstyn Comley
Founder and Co-CEO
“I wish I’d known that failing exams would not ruin my life.”
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Dr Suzi Godson
Founder and Co-CEO
“I wish I’d known that it was OK to be different and that when I was older, not being the same as everyone else would actually be an advantage.”
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Kyle Andrews
Bid Manager
"I wish I'd known that every mistake should be a learning opportunity, rather than something that determines my future"
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Kieran Collingwood
Programme Delivery and Operations
“I wish I'd known that the world was much much bigger than school!”
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Enego Comley
Data Analyst
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Zoe Cookson
Head of Finance
“I wish I had known that when things don't work out, it doesn't mean you won't be OK. You are still becoming who you are meant to be.”
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Charlie Dunbar-Aldred
Programme Delivery
“I wish I’d known that nothing is set in stone. A bad day or moment won't define me. Nothing lasts forever and everything eventually will pass.”
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Jess Flora
Marketing Lead
"I wish I knew that it would always work out in the end. Trust the process and enjoy the present.”
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Emma French
Head of Delivery and Marketing
“I wish I had known that it was OK to not know the answer, and that asking questions would help figure it out.”
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Kathy Hayes
Graphic Designer
"I wish I had known that it was okay to not have it all figured out there and then."
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Sharmaine Malik
Senior Relationship Manager
“I wish I'd known that sometimes the journey won't always be smooth, but those moments are just strength training for resilience.”
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Jodie Ohiwerei
Relationship Manager
“I wish I’d known you should trust that even the difficult seasons in life are shaping you into who you’re meant to become.”
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Clare Power
Directory Manager
“I wish I'd known you don’t have to go to university to have a successful career.”
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Jack Price
Operations Manager
“I wish I'd have known that it ain't the end of the world when something bad happens! In fact, I wish I knew that I always make it through.”
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Max Shaw
Operations Intern
“I wish I'd known how important it is to have the courage to make mistakes.”
The Tellmi Youth Advisory Board
The Tellmi youth advisory board play a vital role in ensuring that everything we say, do and create is coherent, accessible and authentic. They are consulted on all new development ideas and their feedback guides decision making within Tellmi. If you would like to join our board email info@tellmi.help.
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Freddy
I’m Freddy and I am an autistic wheelchair user. I work as a web developer so have a good understanding of balancing accessibility with technology. Having spoken at various conferences on autism, I hope to bring enthusiasm and experience to this role!
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Alex
I’m Alex, I’m currently training as an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. I have over 3 years of experience of working within mental health services and healthcare settings and I had anorexia as a teenager. I used to volunteer for Tellmi in the past as a supervisor SuperPeer.
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Izzy
I’m Izzy, I’m 18 and I’m from Scotland. I’m autistic, which is something I have really struggled with throughout my life, however through using Tellmi and talking about my issues with other people I’ve come to see how dark places can become a little brighter. In my free time, I really like to read and bake, and I also speak 3 languages!
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Thomas
I’m Thomas and I’ve just finished my first year of media studies at university. I benefited from using Tellmi for several years when I had a tough time in my mid teens and I am really pleased to be a youth advisor now.
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Jayden
I’m Jayden, I’m a trans man from England, I have a passion for helping others and playing online games. I hope to use my past experiences to help other young people on Tellmi. I will also give helpful feedback and hope to be part of a great team to make the Tellmi community grow.
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Velvet
I’m Velvet. I’m 18 and I got diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when I was six. This year I’ve been helping Tellmi develop resources for young people like me. I’m really happy to be part of this youth advisory board
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Rin
My name is Rin. I am adopted and I'm currently in Year 9 at school. A challenge for me is processing too much information in one go. My interests are listening to music & watching musicals. I enjoy reading graphic novels and I am learning Spanish.
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Maryam
My name is Maryam. I’ve struggled with PTSD and self harming and I was lucky enough to be supported by the Tellmi app for a number of years. Now I am doing better I am delighted to be part of the youth advisory board. I enjoy reading and watching romcoms in my free time :)
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Edie
I'm Edie and I'm 13 years old. I've used Tellmi to support others during tough times and also get support when I've needed it. I hope to continue doing this and making a difference while I'm on the Youth Advisory Board.
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Mokshita
My name is Mokshita or Moksha for short. I have always found joy in helping young people because it allows me to relate to their experiences and challenges. I really enjoy using Tellmi because it gives me a wonderful space to connect with others and share what’s on my mind. I’m excited about the chance to contribute to a community that promotes understanding among young people.
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Haneefa
Hi, my name is Haneefa, I'm 19 and I have Autism and PTSD. I am incredibly passionate about mental health and neurodiversity. I aspire to be a SEN teacher one day so I can support children like me when I was younger. I am incredibly excited to make a difference here at Tellmi :)
Voluntary Lead Medical Advisor
Professor May Ng, OBE, PhD MBA LLM MSc MBBS (Hons) FHEA FRCPCH SFFMLM Lic.Ac is a Professor of Paediatrics at Edge Hill University, Hon Associate Professor at University of Liverpool and a Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist at Mersey West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS in the United Kingdom. She is the current Chair of UK NIHR CRG Diabetes Research Steering Group for Children, Officer for Research Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and is on the NICE Diabetes Guideline Committee. She is also Chair of the E-Learning Committee for European Society of Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE), and on the Advisory Council and Chair of E-learning Committee for International Society of Paediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD). Professor May Ng has been a dedicated advocate for autism awareness, inclusion, and acceptance for the past 18 years inspired by her son. She was awarded an OBE on the 2022 Platinum Jubilee Queen Elizabeth II’s Honours for Services to People with Diabetes and People with Autism and Disabilities. She is active in charitable causes to raise autism and deaf awareness.
Specialist Advisors and Research Partners
Professor Sir Simon Baron-Cohen and Dr Carrie Allison at the Autism Research Centre at the University of Cambridge are leading experts in the field of autism research. Our work together is focused on understanding the challenges that autistic Tellmi users experience and how we can improve the way that we support them. We also work closely with Dr Tracey Parsons at the Autism Centre for Excellence.
Panos Vostanis, Professor of Child Mental Health at the University of Leicester is a child psychiatrist who has longstanding interest in peer support. He has extensive clinical experience working with vulnerable children, young people, and families who are in care, homeless, adopted, refugees, young offenders, or living in disadvantage, both in the UK and in developing countries.
Dr Lucy Biddle and Dr Myles-Jay Linton at the University of Bristol have worked with us on a major Innovate UK funded project on Suicide and Self-Harm.
Since our inception, we have received ongoing support and advice from psychiatrist and epidemiologist Professor Sir Simon Wessley, Professor Henrietta Bowden-Jones (OBE) and educationalist Sir Anthony Seldon.
Get in touch
Our mission is to provide mental help to everyone, everywhere. If you’d like to know more about our service and how we can help you to reach and engage with more people who need support, get in touch.