Johan Allerfeldt

A competent and highly reflective psychology graduate with a BSc Psychology (2:1) and an MSc Clinical Psychology (Distinction).

Experience supporting service users with complex mental health presentations in supported living and substance use services. Particularly suited to working with those who may find it difficult to process information and emotions due to neuro-developmental factors, traumatic life experiences and/or SpLDs. Competent in recovery planning, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed approaches and safeguarding.

Interested in contributing to person-centred services promoting a humanistic approach to encourage open dialogue, collaboration and trust.

Mental Health Recovery Worker at Rethink Mental Illness (2026-04-28 – Present)

Providing person-centred support to adults with complex multiple diagnoses, experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges with the aim of promoting independence, recovery and wellbeing through the supported living environment.

• Developing therapeutic relationships through regular one-to-one keyworker sessions, using active listening, motivational approaches and collaborative, realistic goal setting to support individual development and stability.
• Monitoring mental state, identifying changes in presentation and communicating concerns appropriately through clinical documentation and liaison with external health professionals.
• Supporting individuals with medication administration, physical health monitoring and daily living skills whilst promoting autonomy and informed choice.
• Contributing to risk management by recognising and responding to safeguarding concerns, mental health crises and changes in risk, following organisational policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate electronic case records, care plans, risk assessments and handovers to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Working collaboratively with social workers, community mental health teams, GPs, deputies, family members and external agencies to coordinate support.
• Balancing therapeutic engagement with practical support, encouraging service users to develop confidence, routines and independent living skills.
• Working independently during lone-working shifts, prioritising workload, responding to unforeseen situations and exercising sound professional judgement.

Recovery Worker at Waythrough (2025-01-06 – 2025-04-17)

• Managed caseload of 40–50, including high-risk service users (Opiate Safe Clinic).
• Completed biopsychosocial assessments; co-produced recovery plans and delivered 1:1 support.
• Used MI and CBT-informed strategies within a trauma-informed, person-centred framework.
• Delivered psychoeducation on harm reduction, relapse prevention and service engagement.
• Positive supervisory feedback for collaborative recovery planning approach that increased engagement.

Volunteer Recovery Support Worker - Personal growth at Change Grow Live (2024-01-12 – 2024-07-06)

• Helped to support the recovery workers in their role, undertook my own extensive research and learning of the forensic environment.

Resident and events pianist at Freelance (2014-02 – 2023-08)

Pianist residency - Two Bridges Hotel, Dartmoor (23rd September 2017 - 11th March 2023).

• Delivered live performance residency and event work; adapted to varied audiences and settings.
• Strengthened communication, emotional attunement, consistency and professionalism.

Graphic Designer at Freelance (2014-02 – 2019-05)

• Designed album covers, promotional materials, and branding for musicians and artists.
• Maintained a 100% five-star client satisfaction rating.
• Specialised in providing expedited turnaround time and original work utilising my own photography and graphics using no templates or stock content.

MSc in Clinical Psychology – University of Plymouth (2023-09 – 2024-06)

BSc (Hons) in Psychology – Open University (2020-09 – 2023-06)

Foundation Certificate in Counselling – Heartwood Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Training (2025-09 – 2025-12)