Debbie Cannon

Debbie joined My CWA in October 2023 as Project Lead for the Trans Without Abuse initiative. Qualified as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) in January 2025.

Debbie is the author of Live Free, the world’s first online domestic abuse recovery program specifically designed for trans and non-binary people.

Qualification: Accreditation in Engaging with Those Who Harm from SafeLives; Facilitation of the Polari LGBT Domestic Abuse recovery program; CARA Facilitator for the Behaviour Change Programme and holding a CPI Safety Intervention (Foundation) certification. Additionally, she has completed SEA's Recognise and Responding to Economic Abuse and the Open University’s Support Through Court Domestic Abuse course.

Debbie works adeptly with both survivors and perpetrators.

Her qualifications also include a Level 3 Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Skills and Theory; an NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs. Moreover, she is trained in Digilog Levels 2 & 3 for Risk Screening & Conversation Management and Mentoring.

Debbie’s multifaceted career also includes being a radio presenter, and a trainee counsellor. She is committed to continuous learning and providing empathetic support. Her previous professional experiences are varied and impressive, spanning 20 years as an award-winning insurance leader, a Director of Trans Pride Manchester, as well as roles as an ex-head chef and ex-army personnel.