Jo Delree

Jo Delrée is a registered nurse specialising in learning disabilities (RNLD), recognised for her expertise in autism, complex behaviours, and mental health. As an Associate Professor, Jo was pivotal in creating and delivering the UK’s first Mental Health Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) programme and promoting the needs of people with learning disabilities and autistic people across the nursing curriculum. As an accomplished author, Jo has written several chapters focusing on the specific needs of individuals with learning disabilities and autistic people, particularly regarding health and challenging behaviours. As an independent nurse consultant, Jo offers targeted training, consultancy, and project management services to the NHS and higher education institutions. Her work enhances outcomes for individuals with learning disabilities and autism while developing nursing and health care education to improve care quality.