Alison McCulloch - Interim Hospital Manager

Alison joined Cygnet Lodge Kenton as Interim Hospital Manager in February 2026, bringing a wealth of operational expertise and a passion for service development. Alison is deeply committed to supporting both patients and colleagues to ensure the continued development of the service.

Her journey with Cygnet began in 2018 at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone, where she served as Head of Admin before being appointed General Manager in 2021.

In that role, she maintained oversight of all non-clinical functions and co-led the Specialist Wellbeing team. A strong advocate for co-production, Alison served as the Staff Lead for the hospital’s People’s Council, driven by a passion for ensuring patients have a meaningful voice across all platforms.

With a degree in Business Administration from Greenwich University, Alison is committed to continuous professional growth. She successfully completed the Cygnet Aspiring Hospital Manager Development Programme in 2024 and is currently pursuing a Senior Level 7 Apprenticeship with Executive MBA.

Prior to joining Cygnet, Alison spent 14 years managing a training centre dedicated to helping unemployed adults gain the qualifications and confidence needed to re-enter the workforce.

Helene Morngard - Specialist Occupational Therapist

Helene graduated as an Occupational Therapist from Lund University in Sweden in 2004. Helene has gained experience from working in both Physical and Mental Health settings and is passionate about service users pursuing their interests and focus on their recovery through the OT pathway.

Helene joined Cygnet Lodge Kenton in November 2023 and is enthusiastic about group work and loves being outdoors with service users.

Tosin Osinowo - Ward Manager

Tosin graduated with Business Administration from the University of Greenwich in 2008. He gained experience from working within different sectors such as financial sector, retail, including London Metropolitan Police as a volunteer.

Tosin’s passion about making difference in people’s life motivated him to pursue a career within the health care section. His journey started in 2018 when he enrolled on an 18 month course (Diploma in Mental Health Nursing) at the University of West London. During the course, and as a student nurse, Tosin had placements in a number of different settings such as acute, home treatment (community) and rehabilitation units.

Tosin joined Cygnet Lodge Kenton in September 2021 and is passionate about delivering care and discharging his duties with a holistic approach. He strongly believes a nurse should be versatile, resilient, non-judgemental, respectful, empathetic, compassionate, a problem solver, caring, honest and an individual with a positive attitude.

Simi Dhami - Trainee Counselling Psychologist / Psychotherapist

Simi joined Cygnet Lodge Kenton in May 2026 to lead the Psychology department. Currently in the final stages of her doctoral training, she brings a wealth of clinical experience and a dedicated focus on service-user safety and compassion. Upon the completion of her doctorate, Simi will formally transition into her role as the service's Psychologist, continuing her commitment to delivering evidence-based, person-centered care.

Her career with Cygnet began in 2020 at the Ealing service. Starting as an Assistant Psychologist before progressing to a Trainee role, Simi developed a deep understanding of the organisation’s values. In 2022, she stepped away to broaden her clinical horizons within other specialist sectors; however, her passion for the Cygnet community led her to return!

At Cygnet Lodge Kenton, Simi provides clinical leadership by overseeing the psychology group therapy programme and delivering tailored 1:1 therapeutic interventions. Her work is grounded in an integrative approach, ensuring that treatment is not only clinically robust but also empathetic and responsive to individual needs. Beyond direct therapy, she provides comprehensive psychological reporting and works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to foster a psychologically informed environment.

Simi’s clinical background is extensive and diverse. Prior to her current appointment, she gained significant experience across various high-complexity settings, including eating disorders, psychosis, personality disorders, neurodiversity, and forensic services. This breadth of experience allows her to navigate complex presentations with both clarity and care.

Violet Chester - Social Worker

Violet joined Cygnet Lodge Kenton in May 2026 to work as a mental health social worker. She graduated with a degree in Social Work from the University of Hertfordshire in 2024. During her time as a social work student, Violet completed her first placement supporting unaccompanied Asylum Seekers (ages 16-19) and her second placement was in an assessment team within a local authority.

Violet’s focus as a social worker is on person-centred, strength-based support to help service users live independently and safely. This is achieved by assessing their care needs, coordinating support (such as housing and benefits), and ensuring that human rights are protected under the law. Violet has a passion for empowering vulnerable individuals and ensuring their needs are met wherever possible. Listening to service users and respecting their wishes are among the skills she has.