HEAH: Open Routes For All Learners

Shellisha Shann – CEO & Founding Director -Therapeutic Learning and Inclusion 

Shellisha is a qualified coach, creative facilitator, community educator, registered social worker, and  CEO and founder of HEAH: Open Routes CIC.

She is passionate about empowering others to live in alignment with their values and combines therapeutic coaching with creativity and embodied practices to support well-being, learning, purpose, and growth.

HEAH was born from personal experience. In the lead-up to withdrawing her child from mainstream education due to ongoing challenges - including repeated sanctions, a lack of understanding, and unmet emotional and learning needs - Shellisha felt she had no choice but to create something different. Despite her child’s bright and creative nature, they were constantly misunderstood. As a parent, Shellisha often felt alone, like no one was truly “here” to guide her.

Rather than wait for something better, she built it.

HEAH is her response to a system that too often labels before it listens. With over a decade of experience across education, youth services, coaching and community development, Shellisha created a model that meets learners where they are - one that is rooted in care, creativity, and trauma-informed practice.

Shellisha is a trauma informed practitioner and holds a BA in Education, Culture & Society, a Level 5 Diploma to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS), is a registered social worker, qualified substance misuse counsellor and qualified Level 3 personal trainer. Through HEAH, she brings all of this together -  creating the kind of provision she once needed, and making sure no child or family is left without support, options, or hope.

Tia Love - Director of Partnerships and Compliance

Tia brings a dynamic blend of business acumen and community dedication to our team. As a skilled Compliance Officer and successful entrepreneur, Tia is the innovative mind behind a male grooming company and a teeth whitening company. Beyond her business ventures, Tia is deeply committed to empowering the next generation, regularly delivering impactful self-care workshops to youth and the wider community. 

Tia's personal lived experiences perfectly align with and underscore HEAH's core missions and values, providing a powerful testament to her dedication to well-being and community upliftment.

Sashine Skeen- Director of Community Outreach and Engagement

Sashine is a highly experienced NHS Senior Social Worker with a profound understanding of community well-being. Her expertise is further enriched by an extensive background in youth and community work, where she has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and families holistically. 

Beyond her professional qualifications, Sashine brings a unique empathetic perspective, drawn from her personal lived experience of supporting a family member through the complexities of mainstream education and addressing unmet needs. 

This dual understanding - professional and personal - allows Sashine to approach challenges with both clinical insight and deep compassion, making her a valuable asset to our team and the community she serves.

Jael  A'sa Israel- Advisory Director

Jael is a dedicated Holistic Health Teacher and Therapist, specializing in Chronic Pain Management. With a diverse educational background, Jael brings a unique perspective to holistic well-being. Her academic journey includes studying at the Institute of Education (IoE), University of London, where she completed a PGCE in Citizenship Education in 2007. Furthering her commitment to holistic health, she studied Naturopathic Nutritional Therapy at CNM - College of Naturopathic Medicine, graduating in 2024. Jael also holds a BA (Hons) in Development Studies and Politics. Through this comprehensive expertise, Jael is passionate about empowering individuals to manage chronic pain and achieve optimal health through holistic approaches.

D'laine Clarke - Theraputic Learning Coach (TLC) Creative Technology

D'laine  is our first volunteer who will embark on HEAH' TLC pathway to employment.  D'laine is a passionate and creative young adult who brings fresh energy, tech curiosity, and a strong sense of purpose to the HEAH team. He's actively developing his skills in digital media, creative technology, and will be completing our accredited mentoring and leadership pathway supported by the AQA Unit Award Scheme.

D'laine is especially passionate about using technology to connect, support, and inspire others. He will be working toward becoming our Lead Creative Tech Assistant while developing in his role as TLC, embodying HEAH's mission of creating open routes for growth, expression, and meaningful contribution. His journey truly makes him a role model, showcasing how personal passion can lead to inspiring contributions at every stage.