Service categories: Counselling and therapies

Service URL: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/lola-estelle-fortunee-danon

Secondary URL: https://neurodivergentpractitioners.org/listing/art-psychotherapist/

Hello, I'm Lola, a HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist offering creative, relational and neurodivergent-affirming therapy for autistic children, young people and adults.

I believe therapy should adapt to the person rather than expecting the person to adapt to therapy. My work is grounded in acceptance, curiosity and collaboration, recognising that every autistic person has their own unique experiences, communication style, sensory profile and way of engaging with the world.

Sessions do not rely solely on talking. Depending on what feels most supportive, we may use art-making, sensory exploration, movement, visual communication, reflection or conversation. There is no expectation to create art in a particular way or to communicate verbally if that does not feel comfortable or accessible.

I have experience supporting autistic young people within specialist educational settings, as well as working with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, burnout, masking, identity exploration, trauma and school-related challenges. I also welcome autistic adults, including those who are exploring neurodivergence or have received a diagnosis later in life.

My aim is to create a therapeutic space where people feel understood, respected and accepted as they are. Therapy is not about changing autistic ways of being, but about supporting emotional wellbeing, self-understanding and finding ways to navigate life that feel authentic and sustainable for each individual.

Sessions are available online throughout the UK, with home visits available within South West London depending on location and accessibility. Therapy is offered in English, French and Italian, and I provide a free 15-minute introductory call to discuss whether working together feels like the right fit.

Referral Sources: Private Only

Specialisms: Autism and Neurodivergent , Has autism-specific elements, Learning disability

Other specialisms: Anxiety, especially: overwhelm, emotional regulation, self-esteem, stress Neurodivergence: late diagnosis, masking, burnout, school avoidance or traumas.