Our Patrons

We are proud to have acclaimed filmmaker Shane Meadows as a Patron of Nottingham Counselling Service. Shane joined us in November 2024, bringing his passion for community, inclusion, and mental health to support our work in Nottingham and beyond.

Shane speaks openly about his own experiences with mental health and is a strong advocate for creating safe, inclusive environments where people from all walks of life feel seen and heard. Through his powerful storytelling and direction, Shane brings real-life issues to the screen exploring class systems, poverty, addiction, discrimination, racism, and mental health with honesty, grit, and depth.

His commitment to shining a light on lived experiences and marginalised voices makes him an outstanding ambassador for NCS, and we are honoured to have his support in championing accessible therapy for all.