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Have you been told you need to complete a DAPP?
If you’ve been advised to complete a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme, you may feel unsure what it involves or where to start.
Independent DAPP Services provides a 16-week structured behaviour change programme designed to help individuals recognise harmful patterns, take responsibility for their behaviour, and demonstrate meaningful engagement in change.
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Court-Accepted Report
Structured 16-week Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme with professional reports accepted in family court proceedings.
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Self-Referral During Proceedings
Start the programme even if your family court case is already underway, allowing you to begin meaningful behaviour change immediately.
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One-to-One Sessions
Personalised weekly sessions focused on accountability, behaviour change, and developing safer relationship strategies.
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UK-Wide Delivery
Secure online sessions available across the UK.
Start a DAPP During Court Proceedings
Many Respect-accredited programmes cannot accept self-referrals while private family court proceedings are ongoing.
The legal position was clarified in M v F [2024] EWFC 234 (B), which confirmed that non-Respect-accredited providers can deliver programmes that are recognised within private family proceedings.
Independent DAPP Services can accept referrals during active proceedings, allowing individuals to begin behaviour change work immediately rather than waiting until their case ends. We will not, however, accept referrals where there is an ongoing criminal investigation relating to domestic abuse.
How it works
Starting the programme is straightforward and designed to ensure that it is appropriate for your circumstances before any longer-term commitment is made.
The process begins with a professional suitability assessment, followed by the full 16-week behaviour change programme for those who are accepted onto the course.
Step 1: Assessment
The first step is a one-hour suitability assessment.
This session allows us to understand your circumstances, discuss any current family court proceedings, and determine whether the programme is appropriate for you.
It also provides an opportunity for you to ask questions and understand how the programme works before committing to the full course.
Assessment fee: £250
Step 2: 16 Week Programme
Once accepted onto the programme, you will begin weekly one-to-one sessions over 16 weeks.
Sessions focus on recognising harmful behaviour patterns, taking responsibility for actions, and developing safer communication and relationship strategies.
The programme is structured to support meaningful engagement and demonstrable behaviour change over time.
Programme investment: £2,950
Flexible payment plans are available. We offer instalment plans of up to 6 months. Receive a free assessment when you pay in full.
Take the first step
If you have been advised to complete a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme, the first step is to book your assessment.
You can also arrange a short call if you would like to discuss the programme before booking.
The programme includes:
Professional suitability assessment
16 one-to-one weekly sessions
Behaviour change and accountability work
Interim reports if required
(for an additional cost of £250)
Comprehensive final report for court or solicitors
Delivered online across the UK or in person in Wigan.
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Know Me
Independent DAPP Services is led by Clare Bradley, a qualified practitioner with over 20 years’ experience as a police officer and extensive experience facilitating domestic abuse perpetrator programmes. Clare holds professional certification as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) and NLP Master Practitioner & Coach. Her current practice includes specialised work in perpetrator intervention, drawing on evidence based behaviour change methodologies. This professional background ensures that all sessions are delivered with appropriate safeguarding focus and professional authority in domestic abuse intervention.
The programme focuses on accountability, understanding behaviour patterns, and demonstrating meaningful engagement in change.
Referrals from Solicitors
Independent DAPP Services accepts referrals from family law solicitors representing clients in private law proceedings.
The programme provides structured behaviour change work and professional reporting that may assist courts in assessing engagement, accountability, and progress during proceedings.
Solicitors may refer clients for:
• Suitability assessments
• The full 16-week DAPP programme
• Interim progress reports where appropriate
• Final completion reports
Reports can be shared with solicitors or the court with the client’s written consent.
If you are a solicitor seeking to refer a client, please get in touch to discuss referral timelines and programme availability.
