Mandy Dadswell

I understand that life is busy, and sometimes it’s difficult to find the time or space for therapy. That’s why I offer flexible options—you can choose the method of therapy that works best for you and your family. Whether you prefer to meet in person, via telephone, or through online sessions, I make therapy accessible no matter where you are.

Are you looking to manage your own mental health, or the wellbeing of your child or family? Life can present many challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. As an experienced Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychotherapist, I offer a unique, bespoke service tailored to meet the individual needs of each person I work with. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your loved ones, I am here to help you navigate life’s difficulties with compassion and professionalism.

With extensive experience in the field of Psychotherapy (there is a difference in the discipline to Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Counselling - please call to discuss ) I am dedicated to delivering a professional, caring, and confidential service to every client. I take the time to understand each individual’s unique circumstances, allowing me to offer a supportive and empathetic approach. My years of practice have honed my ability to adapt to diverse needs, ensuring you or your family member receives the care and attention they deserve.

It’s important to choose the right type of therapy and the right therapist in order to get the most benefit for yourself/family member and your investment so I offer a free telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss your needs and see how my therapy services can best support you or your loved one.

I believe that there’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach to therapy. Every person’s journey is unique, which is why I take an integrative approach. By blending the most up-to-date models and theories in psychotherapy, I craft bespoke treatment plans that are tailored specifically to the individual. This allows me to provide a personalised service that focuses on your specific needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Therapy plans and a way forward will be discussed with you so you have structure be it therapy for yourself or a member of your family. 

I offer parental support.  As a parent, it can be difficult to know how to support your child or teenager through challenging moments. I specialise in helping parents navigate struggles related to neurodiversity, school difficulties, drugs and alcohol, and more. I work with schools and the Education Board if needed which many therapists do not. My goal is to provide the tools and support that allow you to connect with your child or adolescent and help them build resilience and get through their challenges.

I also offer guidance for teenagers dealing with common challenges like exam stress, friendship issues, and anxiety around preparing for university. You don't have to go through this alone—whether you're a parent or a young person seeking support, I’m here to guide you through it.

If you or someone in your family is struggling with emotional difficulties, I invite you to reach out. Whether it's anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, or any other challenge, I am here to provide support, guidance, and skills to help make life easier to manage.

Please look at my website for more information - mandydadwell.com or call/e mail me.

Your first session with me is all about creating a safe and welcoming space for you to begin your journey toward improved mental health and wellbeing. I understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming, and I want to assure you that my approach is non-judgmental, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs.

During the session, we will take the time to get to know each other, and I’ll invite you to share whatever feels comfortable for you. We’ll discuss the challenges you’re facing, your goals for therapy, and any specific areas you’d like to focus on. Together, we’ll start to build a foundation for our work together.

You’ll leave the session with a clear sense of direction and next steps, and I’ll provide you with the tools and resources to begin addressing the issues you’re dealing with. 

Your comfort, confidentiality, and progress are my top priorities. 

I understand that life is busy, and sometimes it’s difficult to find the time or space for therapy. That’s why I offer flexible options—you can choose the method of therapy that works best for you and your family. Whether you prefer to meet in person, via telephone, or through online sessions, I make therapy accessible no matter where you are.

Are you looking to manage your own mental health, or the wellbeing of your child or family? Life can present many challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. As an experienced (since 2011) Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychotherapist, I offer a unique, bespoke service tailored to meet the individual needs of each person I work with. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your loved ones, I am here to help you navigate life’s difficulties with compassion and professionalism.

I believe that there’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach to therapy. Every person’s journey is unique, which is why I take an integrative approach. By blending the most up-to-date models and theories in psychotherapy, I craft bespoke treatment plans that are tailored specifically to the individual. This allows me to provide a personalised service that focuses on your specific needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes.

If you or someone in your family is struggling with emotional difficulties, I invite you to reach out. Whether it's anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, or any other challenge, I am here to provide support, guidance, and skills to help make life easier to manage.

It is really important that you make the correct decision to support you or your family in the best possible way. I offer a free telephone or online consultation so that you can be sure of getting the right type of therapy and the correct therapist to support your investment and to better suit your needs. 

As a parent, it can be difficult to know how to support your child or teenager through challenging moments. I specialise in helping parents navigate struggles related to neurodiversity, school difficulties, drugs and alcohol, and more. I work alongside schools and the education board (which many therapists do not). My goal is to provide the tools and support that allow you to connect with your child or adolescent and help them build resilience.

I also offer guidance for teenagers dealing with common challenges like exam stress, friendship issues, and anxiety around preparing for university. You don't have to go through this alone—whether you're a parent or a young person seeking support, I’m here to guide you through it.

With extensive experience in the field of psychotherapy, I am dedicated to delivering a professional, caring, and confidential service to every client. I take the time to understand each individual’s unique circumstances, allowing me to offer a supportive and empathetic approach. My years of practice have honed my ability to adapt to diverse needs, ensuring you or your family member receives the care and attention they deserve.

Please ask for clarity between working with Psychotherapists, Psychotherapeutic Counsellors and Counsellors to ensure you have the right person to work with the level of challenge you are facing. 

Contact me today for your free consultation. Together, we can create a plan that will help you achieve the mental and emotional wellbeing you deserve.  For more information  -  mandydadswell.com

Some of my qualifications include:-

Masters in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy

Diploma in Psychotherapeutic counselling adult and child

Degree (Honours) in Psychology

Diploma in Clinical Supervision

Diploma in Person Centred counselling

Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy

Life coaching Certificate

Training in therapeutic art and play

Working with couples

Accredited by UKCP and MBACP

Dyadic Development Psychotherapy - working with families

Your first session with me is all about creating a safe and welcoming space for you to begin your journey toward improved mental health and wellbeing. I understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming, and I want to assure you that my approach is non-judgmental, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs.  

During the session, we will take the time to get to know each other, and I’ll invite you to share whatever feels comfortable for you.  We’ll discuss the challenges you’re facing, your goals for therapy, and any specific areas you’d like to focus on. Together, we’ll start to build a foundation for our work together.

This first session is an opportunity to explore how we can best work together, ensuring that you feel heard, supported, and empowered.

You’ll leave the session with a clear sense of direction and next steps, and I’ll provide you with the tools and resources to begin addressing the issues you’re dealing with. 

Your comfort, confidentiality, and progress are my top priorities. 

I offer flexible hours and I deliver Supervision on line, by telephone and face to face to suit your needs.

I offer a free 15-20 minutes to discuss your requirements via telephone or on line.

I have a Diploma in Integrative clinical Supervision. I offer both individual and group Supervision via the internet and also face to face.

As a child, adolescent and adult Psychotherapist I offer supervision to both trainees and experienced therapists working with all age groups.

My aim as a Supervisor is to enhance the service you offer to your clients.

To enable this I take responsibility to; ensure you, the Supervisee, adheres to the highest ethical guidelines, ensure you use up to date evidence based treatments, give encouraging feedback relative to your developmental stage, encourage self awareness, self reflection and management of wellbeing.

I believe in working with authentic understanding, open contact and a sense of equality and value rather than taking an authoritarian approach.

I work experientially with various models from different schools of psychotherapy. I feel the variation enables me to offer a flexible approach, unique to your needs as a Supervisee.

My integrative approach enables me to support you as an individual in developing your own unique way of working;- no single person is the same or experiences the same so why would the approach to Supervision be the same?

My work with the Northern Guild for counselling and psychotherapy training organisation has given me insight into the requirements of a therapist in training. I am able to offer support with assignments, assessments and exams.

My practice is guided by the professional standards and ethical procedures United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy Practice Guidelines for Supervisors of Child Practitioners (2018), United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy Practice Guidelines for Supervisors (2018), British Association Counselling and Psychotherapy Ethical Framework (2018).

To understand more about my practice please take a look at my website mandydadswell.com

The first session is offered at a concessional rate and there are no commitments for us to work together.   The most important aim, for me as a Supervisor, is to ensure you are happy with the support I can offer you. 

I offer telephone, on line and face to face Supervision to suit your needs.   My hours are flexible - please call or e mail to discuss.

As a Supervisor, my role extends far beyond simply overseeing the clinical work of my Supervisees. I strive to create a rich, dynamic, and supportive supervisory relationship that fosters both personal and professional development. I am deeply committed to providing supervision that is not only highly effective but also feels safe, nurturing, and empowering for those I work with. My approach is rooted in authentic understanding, mutual respect, and equality. I firmly believe that supervision is most beneficial when it is approached as a partnership, one that encourages collaboration rather than a top-down, authoritarian dynamic.

Throughout my supervisory work, I place a strong emphasis on open communication. This open dialogue helps to build trust, and it is essential for fostering the reflective practice that underpins all great therapeutic work. 

I have always believed that no two therapists are the same. The work we do with clients is incredibly personal, and each therapist brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and qualities to their practice. Because of this, I draw from a wide range of theoretical frameworks and therapeutic models, working in an integrative manner. 

My belief is that therapy is an evolving process that requires flexibility. Similarly, supervision must also adapt to the specific challenges and opportunities faced by each Supervisee. Drawing from a wide variety of therapeutic models allows me to meet you where you are, using tools and techniques that are most suited to your clinical development. It also means that I can offer a comprehensive supervisory experience, one that helps you navigate the complexities of real-world clinical practice with the support of multiple frameworks, each designed to offer unique insights and strategies.

I work with neuroscience and use evidence based models with new and exciting ideas on how to work within the best interest of your clients. 

I believe it is essential to approach each Supervisee as an individual with unique experiences, challenges, and goals. Your journey as a therapist is a deeply personal one, and my supervision will always reflect that. Together, we will create a space where you feel comfortable exploring the full range of your clinical work, from your most challenging cases to your moments of success.

I understand that as a therapist, you are constantly growing and evolving. Self-awareness, self-compassion, and professional development are ongoing processes, and I aim to support you every step of the way. Whether you are facing challenges in your therapeutic relationships, struggling with difficult client cases, or reflecting on your personal reactions and countertransference, my supervision will help you deepen your clinical self-awareness. 

I work with both trainee therapists and experienced professionals, offering a unique supervisory approach for each group. My experience with the Northern Guild for Counselling and Psychotherapy has enriched my understanding of the challenges faced by trainees.

For trainees, I provide a nurturing and encouraging environment, helping you navigate the theoretical, practical, and emotional aspects of beginning your therapy practice.  I can offer assistance with assignments, assessments, and exams.

For more experienced therapists,  I focus more on advanced clinical supervision, guiding you through complex cases, difficult ethical dilemmas, or situations where you feel you might be "stuck." As experienced professionals, you might have the technical skills and therapeutic knowledge, but there is always room for growth—whether through exploring new therapeutic models, refining existing skills, or focusing on self-care and burnout prevention.

mandydadswell.com for further information.

I offer a concession for the first session with no commitment to continue with the work if you do not feel comfortable.   My aim as a Supervisor is to ensure you feel that the working relationship and the way I Supervise is the correct fit for you. 

Flexible mid week days and times via the internet or face to face.

As a child and adolescent Psychotherapist and an adult Counsellor, I offer supervision to both trainees and experienced Therapists working with all age groups.  My aim as a Supervisor is to enhance the service you offer to your clients. To enable this I take responsibility;- to support you (as a Supervisee)  to adhere to the highest ethical guidelines,  to support you in understanding and using the latest evidence based treatments,  to give you encouraging feedback relative to your developmental stage, to encourage your self awareness, self reflection and management of personal wellbeing.

My work at the Northern Guild for Counselling and Psychotherapy training has given me insight into the requirements of a therapist in training.  I am able to offer support with assignments, assessments and exams.

To understand more about the way I practice please take a look at my website; mandydadswell.com

My practice is guided by the professional standards and ethical procedures of the UK Council for Psychotherapy and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. 

I provide an initial telephone consultation which is free of charge.