NIDAS

What NIDAS does

NIDAS (Nottinghamshire Independent Domestic Abuse Services) is a UK-registered charitable organization founded in 1989 and headquartered at Suite 1B, Birch House, Ransom Wood Business Park, Mansfield, NG21 0HJ. It delivers free, trauma-informed support services to survivors of domestic abuse in the Mansfield and Ashfield districts of Nottinghamshire. The principal client cohorts are women affected by domestic abuse, children aged 5-11, young people aged 12-25, families requiring joint therapeutic support, friends and family of survivors, and professionals requiring domestic abuse awareness training. Clients access the service via self-referral, professional referral, or community signposting; all services are free of charge to the end user.

The service portfolio is built on a multi-modal therapeutic methodology. Core clinical offerings include Drawing and Talking Therapy (a non-directed, attachment-based creative technique for children), Art Psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) for trauma and PTSD symptoms, Dyadic Therapy for parent-child dyads, and Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy. Group programmes include the Freedom Programme, Power to Change, and recurring Wellbeing Groups. Specialised newer offerings include Time to Blossom (women aged 45 and over, with references to age 50+), the Her Path survivor-led community group, and customisable Awareness Training for workplaces and professionals. The organization is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), with therapeutic standards anchored in BACP ethical frameworks.

Revenue is generated entirely through non-commercial channels. NIDAS does not charge clients; operating funding comes from (1) individual and corporate donations, facilitated through the Give As You Live platform and direct giving, (2) charitable grants from local councils, NHS-aligned bodies, and grant-making foundations, and (3) community fundraising events including sponsored sleep outs, moonlight walks, bike rides, and 5K runs. Governance is by a Board of Trustees chaired by Martin Cook, with executive leadership provided by CEO Rukhsana Ismail and a senior team including Head of Services Leanne McGachan, Lead Art Therapist Hatty Pocock, and a Grants and Fundraising Officer. NIDAS maintains a multi-site delivery model with offices in Mansfield (headquarters) and service points in Kirkby-in-Ashfield and at the Ladybrook Family Hub; operations remain confined to Nottinghamshire.

Name

NIDAS

Legal name

Nottinghamshire Independent Domestic Abuse Services

Website

https://nidas.org.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NIDAS (Nottinghamshire Independent Domestic Abuse Services) is a UK charitable organization delivering free, trauma-informed therapeutic and practical support to women, children, and families affected by domestic abuse across Mansfield and Ashfield in Nottinghamshire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Domestic abuse and trauma support services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGAEAH)

Keywords

• Domestic abuse support
• Trauma-informed therapy
• Survivor counselling services
• Family intervention services
• Community wellbeing support

Headquarters

HQ city

Mansfield, England

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Individual and corporate donations from the public, facilitated through Give As You Live platform. The organization encourages fundraising activities and direct donations.
2. Charitable Grants: Funding from government bodies, local councils, and charitable foundations to support domestic abuse services.
3. Fundraising Events: Community fundraising activities including sleep outs, moonlight miles, bike rides, and fancy dress 5K events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NIDAS provides free, trauma-informed, confidential support services to women, children, young people, and families affected by domestic abuse in Mansfield and Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. Its core services include one-to-one therapeutic support, group programmes, art psychotherapy, counselling, EMDR, dyadic therapy, and structured programmes such as the Freedom Programme and Power to Change, all delivered by qualified practitioners and trained volunteers.

Product overview

NIDAS (Nottinghamshire Independent Domestic Abuse Services) offers a comprehensive suite of trauma-informed support services for domestic abuse survivors across Ashfield and Mansfield. The organisation provides a coordinated care model including Children's Therapeutic Wellbeing Service, Young People's Therapeutic Wellbeing Service (ages 12-25), and Recovering Together for women and families. Core therapeutic offerings encompass Art Psychotherapy Service, Humanistic Counselling/Talking Therapy, EMDR, and Dyadic Therapy. Specialist services include Time to Blossom for women aged 50+, the Freedom Programme, Power to Change group programmes, Awareness Training for professionals, and Wellbeing Groups. The organisation also hosts community initiatives like the Her Path survivor-led group. All services are delivered by qualified practitioners including Domestic Abuse Outreach Workers, Wellbeing Group Facilitators, and Specialist Art Therapists. NIDAS is a registered member of BACP.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Children's Therapeutic Wellbeing Service Trauma-informed, attachment-based support for children aged 5-11 affected by domestic abuse, combining traditional therapeutic methods with Drawing and Talking interventions through individual and group sessions.
• Young People's Therapeutic Wellbeing Service Support for young people aged 12-25 affected by domestic abuse, offering one-to-one sessions and group work to understand healthy relationships, manage emotions, and develop safety awareness.
• Recovering Together Practical, emotional and therapeutic support for women including one-to-one sessions, group work, safety planning, advocacy, and domestic abuse awareness through the Freedom Programme and Power to Change.
• Art Psychotherapy Service Art therapy using creative expression to help survivors communicate and process difficult experiences when words are insufficient, led by qualified art psychotherapists.
• Humanistic Counselling / Talking Therapy Client-led talking therapy focused on self-discovery and achieving potential, offering empathy and unconditional positive regard in approximately 50-minute sessions.
• EMDR Therapy Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing - evidence-based therapy for PTSD symptoms, attachment issues, and trauma caused by domestic abuse, often used in combination with art therapy.
• Dyadic Therapy Joint therapy involving children and parents/carers to enhance caregiving sensitivity, understanding, and joint engagement activities.
• Time to Blossom Specialist support service for women aged 45+ (including 50+) experiencing domestic abuse or needing wellbeing support, offering personalized therapeutic and practical support including mental health support, legal advocacy, and community navigation.
• Awareness Training Professional training to increase confidence in handling domestic abuse disclosures and knowledge of support services, customizable for workplaces and organisations.
• Wellbeing Groups Monthly community wellbeing groups in Mansfield and Ashfield covering physical health, emotions, relationships, employment, resilience, finances, and thoughts.
• The Freedom Programme 10-week programme helping women understand the reality of domestic abuse, examining perpetrator roles and beliefs, victim responses, and effects on children.
• Power to Change Safe space for women who have experienced domestic abuse to develop understanding and skills for improving wellbeing and implementing boundaries.
• Her Path Survivor-led community group organising wellbeing coffee afternoons for current and past NIDAS clients, offering peer support and connection in Ashfield.
• Referral and Assessment Services Referral and assessment services including Older Person's Violence Advocate (OPVA) support for practical advice, safety planning, and ongoing guidance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Children report improved anger control, self-esteem, and better relationships with mothers after sessions
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Nottinghamshire Carers AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership to achieve Young Carer Friendly Status, providing guidance and support for NIDAS to better identify and support young carers - children carrying the impact of domestic abuse in their families.
• Young Carers NottscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner in the Young Carer Friendly initiative, helping NIDAS build recognition of children who look after family members affected by domestic abuse.
• Nottinghamshire County CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner in the Young Carer Friendly Status initiative and broader domestic abuse support services across Nottinghamshire.
• Nottinghamshire City CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Young Carer Friendly Status partnership supporting children affected by domestic abuse.
• Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Integrated Care SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare system partnership in the Young Carer Friendly initiative supporting children affected by domestic abuse.
• EquationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDomestic abuse prevention organization providing technology abuse training to NIDAS staff and collaborating on awareness resources about how smart toys and technology can be used in domestic abuse.
• Imara NottinghamcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPart of the CADA (Children Affected by Domestic Abuse) programme partnership, accepting referrals alongside NIDAS for women and children affected by domestic abuse.
• Nottinghamshire Women's AidcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCADA programme partner accepting referrals for domestic abuse support services across Nottinghamshire.
• Juno Women's AidcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner in the CADA programme network, accepting referrals for domestic abuse survivor support.
• Academy Transformation Trust Further EducationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner collaborating on the 'A More Confident Me' programme delivering confidence and wellbeing courses for NIDAS clients.
• Everyone Active KirkbyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal organization that hosted a stall at NIDAS Community & Professional Networking Event.
• DHA HousingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHousing organization that participated in NIDAS networking event to support domestic abuse survivors.
• ATTFE CollegeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFurther education college that attended NIDAS networking event.
• Nottinghamshire Office of the Police and Crime CommissionerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolice and crime partnership organization participating in community networking event.
• Thrive Together NeurodiversityminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNeurodiversity support organization attending NIDAS community event.
• DWP (Department for Work and Pensions)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment department attending NIDAS networking event to support domestic abuse survivors.
• Ashfield District CouncilminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal council hosting events and partnering with NIDAS for domestic abuse awareness campaigns including White Ribbon Day.
• NottAlone PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership between Nottinghamshire County Council, Nottingham City Council, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire NHS Integrated Care Board, and Mental Health Support Teams. NIDAS participated in NottAlone Live 2026 event for Children's Mental Health Week.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Equation: Nottinghamshire-based charity focused on domestic abuse and sexual violence prevention. Active partner of NIDAS, providing technology abuse training. Comparable in mission and Nottinghamshire footprint, with stronger emphasis on prevention and perpetrator programs.
• Nottinghamshire Women's Aid: Regional domestic abuse service (formerly Nottingham Women's Aid) operating across Nottinghamshire. Partner in the CADA programme alongside NIDAS, providing overlapping services including refuge accommodation and community outreach. Direct peer in the same geographic market.
• Imara Nottingham: East Midlands charity supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. CADA programme partner accepting referrals alongside NIDAS. Directly comparable in therapeutic and child-focused service delivery.

Broad incumbents

• National Domestic Abuse Helpline: UK-wide helpline service operated by Refuge, providing initial support and referral. Comparable in crisis response services that NIDAS offers, though at a national scale via telephone rather than face-to-face.
• SafeLives: UK charity focused on ending domestic abuse through data, training, and innovation. Sector-wide influence comparable to NIDAS's training and awareness work, but at a national policy and research level rather than direct service delivery.
• Women's Aid: National federation of domestic abuse services in England. Operates the National Domestic Abuse Helpline and supports a network of local member organizations. Comparable in mission and service offer, but at a federation/national scale rather than direct delivery.
• Refuge: UK national charity providing refuges, community outreach, and helpline support for women and children experiencing domestic abuse. Directly comparable service mix (counselling, advocacy, children's services) but operates nationally with significantly larger scale and government funding.
• Respect: UK national organization working with perpetrators, victims, and professionals on domestic abuse. Membership body and accreditation provider for similar services. Comparable in professional standards mission but operates at a sector-coordination level.

Regional players

• Juno Women's Aid: Nottinghamshire-based domestic abuse service providing refuge and community support. CADA programme partner alongside NIDAS, indicating direct coordination in referral pathways. Highly comparable service model within the same county.

Emerging players

• Hourglass: UK charity focused on abuse of older people, including domestic abuse. Relevant as NIDAS's Time to Blossom service targets women aged 45+ and 50+, an underserved segment. Comparable niche in elder-focused domestic abuse service.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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