Positive Steps Rotherham Limited officially launched in early 2025, offering professional, compassionate mental health support for adults across Rotherham and South Yorkshire. Founded by Nicola Cameron, and later joined by business partner Gemma Wheeler, the service is built on lived experience and a genuine commitment to helping others.

Nicola’s journey into mental health care was shaped by personal challenges. She witnessed the effects of mental illness within her family and experienced her own struggles—including physical health issues in her twenties and a PTSD diagnosis in her thirties. A turning point came when she sought trauma therapy, which inspired her transition from social care work into business ownership.

“Having supported family and experienced mental health issues myself, I saw a clear need for more tailored support in the community,” Nicola explained.

Gemma and Nicola previously worked together as Support Workers and shared a passion for building meaningful relationships with clients. “What matters most is getting to know people and helping them work toward their version of a better life,” said Nicola. “We’ve both been there—our lived experience drives us to support people with empathy and understanding.”

The pair believe what sets Positive Steps apart is their ability to offer authentic, person-centred care. This isn’t just a job—it’s a heartfelt commitment to making a difference.

Nicola also credits Rotherham Launchpad with helping her turn her vision into a reality. “As someone new to business, I needed guidance on where to start. The one-to-one support from RIDO was fantastic. They were approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping us succeed.”

She encourages others to explore the free support available: “Absolutely go for it. The advice, tools, and encouragement they offer are invaluable.”

To learn more, visit www.positivestepsrotherham.com