Icaro Silva

Background

About Icaro Silva

I’m a motivated and resilient professional with experience supporting young people’s mental health through both administrative and frontline roles. Originally from Brazil, I’ve lived in Spain and now the UK, which has shaped my ability to connect with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. My career so far has focused on improving access to therapeutic services, building trusting relationships with young people, and creating safe, inclusive spaces where they can thrive. I currently work at Off the Record (OTR) in Bristol, coordinating therapy services and supporting young people through wellbeing groups and volunteering roles. I’m passionate about early intervention and aspire to develop as a CYP Wellbeing Practitioner, combining evidence-based practice with genuine empathy and lived experience. Key strengths include: Trauma-informed practice & safeguarding Excellent communication (verbal, written & digital) Organisation & service improvement (e.g. Calendly system implementation) Working with young people 11–25 in creative and wellbeing spaces Cultural competence, adaptability & resilience