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Dawn Manton, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
10 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

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Dawn Manton helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship strain. She supports those dealing with trauma, addictions, low self-esteem and life changes. Dawn also offers support around parenting, eating concerns, career worries and challenges linked to ageing or chronic illness.

She practices in the United Kingdom and works in English. Dawn brings ten years of experience gathered in the NHS and in independent practice. She aims to make sessions warm and interactive so people feel comfortable talking about what matters to them.

Background and approach

Dawn says asking for help can be an act of strength and meets each person without judgement. In sessions she focuses on building a trusting relationship and listening carefully to what feels most pressing. She helps people make sense of emotions that feel overwhelming or out of control.

Dawn encourages small, practical steps as people work towards clearer thinking and better daily coping. People can explore issues such as grief, relationship breakdown, domestic violence, abandonment and communication problems. She also offers support for cancer, chronic pain and caregiver stress, and for those navigating neurodiversity or aging concerns.

Dawn uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts her approach to each person’s needs. She does not provide counselling via messaging, and offers other session formats instead. Her practice emphasises respect, steady support and collaboration as people work toward change.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to help people understand and manage difficult feelings. One common approach focuses on identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviours to reduce anxiety and low mood; it helps people spot unhelpful thinking and try new ways of coping. Another frequently used method emphasises building emotional awareness and pacing when trauma or grief are present; it supports gradual processing and practical ways to feel steadier day to day.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and tailor methods to each person’s goals, history and what feels most helpful. This collaborative process means approaches can change as needs shift over time.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller interaction is wanted. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or quicker updates between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring responsibilities and travel, while keeping the focus on steady progress and practical coping.
What concerns does Dawn help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. Additional areas include addictions, self-esteem, relationship strain and parenting challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive, with an emphasis on listening and building trust. Sessions focus on practical steps and understanding emotions that feel overwhelming.
What experience does Dawn have?
She has ten years of clinical practice experience, including work in the NHS and in independent practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
Dawn is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not taking international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, but does not provide counselling via messaging specifically from her practice.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the listed availability.

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Experience
10 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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