Kate Cheetham

Kate Cheetham is Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Bradford's School of Social Sciences. A registered social worker with 17 years' experience, she specializes in trauma-informed approaches for children and families.

Research and practice focus on therapeutic interventions to support vulnerable youth and promote placement stability. Developed expertise through roles as Senior Therapeutic Social Worker implementing trauma-informed frameworks in residential care settings.

Teaching emphasizes trauma-informed curriculum development to cultivate self-aware practitioners. Professional certifications include Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy facilitation.