Joanna Filer-Cooper

BA(Hons), DipEd
BABICM Practitioner Case Manager
Location

Devon - South West of England

Areas Covered
  • South West
Specialisms

Alternative Therapies
Education
Mental Health

Contact

hello@ccmservices.co.uk
01608 682522

Professional Qualifications, Registrations and Memberships>

  • BA(Honours) First Class. Photography (Fine Art)
  • Level 4 Diploma in Social Science 2004-2005
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (with Learning and Development)
  • SEND Specialist Pathway
  • Member of The British Association of Brain Injury (BABICM)

 

Experience >

Joanna is an experienced Assistant Case Manager supporting individuals with complex, life-changing injuries, including acquired brain injury, spinal injury, limb loss and trauma-related conditions.

Her professional background in SEN, SEMH, safeguarding and trauma-informed education, together with her experience as a Secondary Lead in a specialist school, has provided her with a strong understanding of the diverse needs and vulnerabilities that can impact an individual’s wellbeing, behaviour and ability to engage with their environment.

At CCM, Joanna works collaboratively with Case Managers, therapists, schools and support teams to help deliver coordinated, person-centred rehabilitation. She supports clients through periods of significant change and transition, helping them to reconnect with education, community activities and meaningful routines, while promoting dignity, inclusion, choice and independence.

She has developed strong skills in risk awareness, de-escalation, conflict management and clear, factual reporting, enabling her to contribute effectively to multidisciplinary teams and support safe, consistent decision-making.

Joanna is passionate about building positive and trusting relationships with clients and their families. Her approach is calm, compassionate and holistic, with a focus on ensuring that each individual feels heard, understood and supported throughout their rehabilitation journey. She believes that thoughtful, well-coordinated support can help individuals rebuild confidence, regain independence and achieve meaningful progress following life-changing injury.

Training

  • Relationship, Sex and Health Education
  • Asdan Cope and Aope training
  • Attachment and Trauma Training
  • Polyvagal Training
  • Safeguarding Focus – Peer on Peer Abuse
  • Speech and Language Therapy training  
  • Dramatherapy, the importance of play
  • Managing Stress, Anxiety and Burnout
  • Therapeutic Approach
  • Zones of Regulation Training
  • Growth Mindset Resilience and Positive Thinking Workshop
  • Interoception training
  • Asdan PDP and Short course training
  • Understanding Autism
  • Child Protection Level 3 Training

Personal Profile >

Joanna’s hobbies are her horses, Steeltown (a grandson of Njinsky) and Sparkie a rescue pony who keeps Steel company! Photography is her passion; Joanna has been displayed in galleries internationally and sells her work through Getty Images worldwide. Joanna loves visiting museums, galleries and exhibitions, cycling, attending auctions and buying unusual shabby chic! Joanna also loves going to the cinema, gardening and just being at home!

What our clients have to say:
  • “Kate, in my view, you are a case manager of highest level. Your knowledge, recognition and understanding of brain injury is second to none and I believe that anyone who has you as their case manager is an exceptionally lucky person.”

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • "Thank you so much for all you're doing for us all. I know we took a lot of your time up today. You are fully aware of [Client’s] problems, behavioural and psychological, and believe that [Client’s] is treated with respect and allowed to live the sort of life any of us would want. The benefits for her and her girls will be so rewarding. Thank you so much."

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • “[Case Manager], once again, thank you so much for joining the conference by phone, it was a real pleasure having you there. M cannot recall having worked on a case with you before and was so very impressed by you – I advised him that you have never failed to impress me on a case yet.”

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  • “Maggie ... amazing and credit to you, your team and all your clients. I was quite touched when watching this [YouTube video]. Just shows what you can achieve with the right support and attitude in place. Fantastic.”

    Jane Burns
  • " I appreciate that [client] has already responded but I just wanted to say it was lovely to meet you yesterday and also to thank you for all your help. It was so useful to have you there with your brilliant agenda! We achieved far more yesterday in an hour than I could have hoped for. I now feel far more confident that with your help we can get sorted everything that needs doing house wise, and indeed for [client]"

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • "It has been an extraordinary experience to take our first flight with [Client] and enjoy a long holiday weekend with our family. Without your help this would have been impossible, and although we know you consider all this being your job and responsibility, we truly appreciate that you went far beyond the expected support and allowed us to get it all organised on time. We want to thank you for your outstanding help."

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  • " I am immensely proud and honoured to be a part of this amazing organisation; who work so hard to enrich & empower the lives of those that we have the privilege to work with."

    JE (Case Manager)
  • "Thank you for being an absolute pleasure to work with- it’s great to work with someone who is so passionate, supportive, efficient and who really genuinely cares."

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • "I just wanted to say how greatly I appreciate having had the benefit for my client of your professionalism and expertise".

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • "My team have worked with a large number of case managers over the years and in my experience [CCM case manager] is up there as one of the best. I am very pleased to endorse [CCM case manager] as a very caring, professional and knowledgeable case manager which I have no hesitation in recommending."

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • “Thank you so much for the time you gave me today. I was most impressed by all that has been achieved on [Client’s] behalf and I congratulate you and the whole team. It was a pleasure to see [Client’s] looking so relaxed and to hear of the successful efforts which you have all put into giving her a new home and so evidently improving her quality of life… What a wonderful change of surroundings, approach and atmosphere! And [Client’s] looked so well and happy. Congratulations to all concerned.”

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • "May I also take this opportunity to thank you and CCM for all of the support and assistance that you have all provided, not only to [Client] and their family, but also to me and my firm which has served to ensure that [Client] is to receive sufficient compensation to meet their future needs."

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • “I’ve never worked on a case where there has been such a large clinical team and I was always very impressed with how you managed to liaise with so many people and hold so much information in mind. The logistical challenges of getting [client] home were immense, and you managed this expertly. There is no doubt that his quality of life is better for having had you as his case manager”

    Neuropsychologist to Case Manager AA
  • "I would just like to provide some feedback in relation to the case management services by [CCM case manager]. Her clinical expertise and cheery manner have been invaluable in successfully dealing with the matter. I have nothing but praise and gratitude for the professional way she has dealt with all the difficulties that have been presented in this case."

    Clients names have been removed for privacy
  • "I wanted to write to thank you for your ongoing help and support with this matter for the past few years. On many occasions you have gone above and beyond the usual requirements of a Case Manager and I know that [client] would most definitely had struggled without your constant support and assistance. This was at times a very challenging matter for everyone involved and your professionalism and guidance throughout was most appreciated. I would be happy to recommend you to colleagues and other clients."

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  • "CCM has earned a reputation for being one of the country's leading Case Management Practices. As for litigation expertise, they are top of the tree. As a practice, we only deal with catastrophic injury cases. Our clients need the best experts available and we insist upon it. Maggie and Kate will always form part of our "dream team". Good case management entails knowledge, experience, determination, and diplomacy. CCM ticks every box."

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  • "The conference day was full and interesting. The organisation from our perspective was excellent. As you explained, the result demonstrates the importance of high-quality case management! The topics were all important. It was an education which demonstrated that life can and should continue after a disaster. Everyone learned a lot, including your fellow professionals. You had a very good attendance. Well done! You should continue to bring your message to everyone; it is most important."

    CWW - QC

If you have any questions, or would like to reach out to a member of our team regarding the help we can offer you, please contact us today.

hello@ccmservices.co.uk or call 01608 682522