About

About Cappella

We support organisations to prioritise staff wellbeing by providing a safe place to discuss what’s important for them.

We strongly believe in the benefits of our services and understand that emotional and mental wellbeing, and belief and cultural needs may hinder an individual’s progress.

With an increase in online chaplaincy and counselling services, we make pastoral support more inclusive and accessible than ever before. We provide a friendly and confidential listening service without judgement and with respect for your beliefs and lived experiences. Our listening service improves staff mental health, supports increased productivity, engagement and staff retention.

To invest in Cappella is to invest in the wellbeing of your organisation, to foster high morale and enhance overall mental health and wellbeing. A positive work culture will positively impact on long term growth.

A photo of Cappella Chaplaincy founder Jackie Gayle

Meet Our Director

Jackie is a senior chaplain and a minister. She holds a Masters Degree in Chaplaincy, a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Professional Mentoring and over 12 years in the healthcare sector. Jackie is a compassionate and caring professional who sincerely loves to support people, to enhance the holistic well-being and mental health of everyone.

Working in diverse contexts has enriched her knowledge and understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion, whilst maintaining a respectful presence for all.

A keen advocate for Chaplaincy awareness within the community, Jackie often delivers chaplaincy awareness sessions and training courses at conferences both in the UK and internationally.

Jackie is a Chaplain for an international NGO and an ‘Ambassador at Large’ and Chaplain for the United Nations’ to provide pastoral care and comfort to emergency services and victims affected by trauma as a result of an international emergency or disaster.

Why Cappella?

The word ‘cappella’ forms part of the story of St Martin of Tours. The 4th Century Roman soldier, Martin, who after an encounter with a half-naked beggar, freezing in the cold, cut his cloak and wrapped part of it around the beggar. Since then, Martin’s service was primarily for those in need. His care and compassion remind us of the meaning of chapel or chaplaincy, derived from the word ‘cloak’ in Latin ‘Cappella’.

Hands held together.