My name is Natalie Mawson, founder of Voices for Change Advocacy CIC, she is dedicated to raising awareness surrounding coercive control, domestic abuse, trauma, and the hidden impact of emotional and psychological abuse. Along with helping survivors with autonomy and empowerment through her own developed framework.

My passion for this work comes from lived experience. As both a childhood and adult survivor of domestic abuse, parentification, addictions, sexual abuse and violence, I understand first-hand the long-term emotional, psychological, and safeguarding challenges many survivors face. Rather than allowing those experiences to silence me, I chose to use my voice to support others, encourage open conversations, and advocate for trauma-informed change across public services.

Through Voices for Change, I provide a platform where survivors and individuals affected by abuse can safely share their experiences, feel heard, and help challenge the stigma surrounding trauma and victimhood. I strongly believe that education, compassion, and trauma-informed practices are essential in protecting vulnerable adults and children.

I am currently studying towards a master’s degree in Psychology and Neuropsychology with progression to a PhD. I hold a graduate in psychology and I am educated and experienced in CBT level 4 (no longer practice), and EMDR (no longer practice). I am an independent researcher and non-clinical holistic practitioner with a focus on domestic abuse, psychology, trauma-informed healing and empowerment, offering independent, person-centred support services that move beyond rigid systemic approaches to prioritise emotional safety, human connection, recovery and identity rebuilding beyond survival.

Due to my decision to stay away from clinical in all circumstances, I am accredited and supervised by The Complementary Medical Association and a member of The British Psychological Association. I hold an up to date DRB check and I am fully insured.

At the heart of Voices for Change is one simple message:

Making the hidden harm visible and helping people find their voice, strength, and path forward.