Janet Susan Hardman

DGF Psychology is an independent psychology company, providing psychological input and consultancy to children and adults, their families, carers, staff and organisations. We have a strong non aversive, low arousal approach to the management and reduction of challenging behaviours with all client groups. Our ethos is person centred and holistic and aims to maximise an individual’s potential. We work with children and adolescents, people with learning disabilities and / or autistic spectrum disorders, and individuals with offending behaviours including those with a history of sexually inappropriate behaviours. We are happy to work with and support both statutory and independent organisations, in providing training for staff groups to help develop competencies and confidence in working with challenging and vulnerable client groups. We specialise in the development of behaviour management plans, inclusive of proactive and reactive strategies with an emphasis on supporting staff to work effectively. We have extensive experience of working with offending populations and are happy to provide reports for the courts, services to solicitors and expert witness testimony.