Neurodiversity Affirmative Therapy for Autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD.
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Service categories: Counselling and therapies
Neurodiversity Affirmative Counselling
Specialised support for autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, and neurodivergent adults, grounded in neurodiversity affirmation and trauma-informed practice. Whether you are diagnosed, identify as neurodivergent or are beginning to explore your identity, I aim to provide a safe space for you to understand your self better.
I am a neurodivergent BACP Accredited Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I bring both professional understanding and lived experience of neurodiversity. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed, supporting clients to work on what's important to them in therapy and at their own pace.
During my voluntary work with an autism charity in 2012, I became curious about how other therapists worked with neurodivergent clients and I had already tailored my own approach to ensure my work was adapted for my clients to include adapting the environment for different sensory needs, using visual and creative methods, being aware of communication style and adapting this as appropriate, offering psychoeducation, and weaving in clients' interests and the things they are passionate about where helpful.
I explored this further through my Master's research, which examined therapists' experiences of working with neurodivergent people using Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis.
What is Neurodiversity? Neurodiversity is the diversity of human minds and variations are normal and valuable, with neurodiversity being the concept that neurological differences are to be recognised and respected as any other human variation. The term 'neurodiversity' was coined by the Australian sociologist Judy Singer in 1998, and stands in opposition to viewing people as 'suffering' from deficits, diseases or dysfunctions in their mental processing, suggesting instead that we speak about differences in cognitive functioning.
The term 'neurodiverse' includes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyscalculia, dyslexia, dyspraxia, learning disabilities, learning difficulties, epilepsy, various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar, schizophrenia, eating disorders, developmental conditions such as developmental language disorder, acquired memory losses, Tourette's and other neurominorities.
Many neurodivergent people live with a nervous system that feels more easily overwhelmed. You might notice that stress, sensory input, or social interaction can quickly tip you into anxiety, agitation, or shutdown. This experience is often described as having a narrower window of tolerance: a smaller range in which the nervous system feels settled, flexible, and able to cope.
My practice is open globally for neurodiversity affirmative counselling, psychotherapy, EMDR, training, mentoring and supervision. I specialise in working with neurodivergent adults; autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, Highly Sensitive people and other neurotypes who are navigating burnout, trauma, masking, overwhelm, and late diagnosis.
I offer a space where you can feel deeply listened to and understood. Together, we take time to gently tune in to your experiences and explore what they might be showing or asking of you. Often, this process brings moments of clarity or insight that can open the way towards new ways of being.
My work is neurodiversity affirming and adapted to how neurodivergent brains work. Rather than giving advice or directing your choices, my role is to offer a space for open, honest reflections and a space where your feelings, thoughts, and ideas can be met with curiosity and compassion, with a compassion focussed approach.
My Approach is informed by three core principles that guide my work with neurodivergent clients:
1) Neurodiversity Affirmative
Celebrating your neurotype as a natural variation, not something to fix or mask.
2) Trauma Informed
Creating safety and choice at every step, moving at your pace with deep understanding.
3) Nervous System Regulation
Learning to understand and support your nervous system with practical, sensory-friendly strategies.
I work with neurodivergent adults navigating a range of challenges. Whether you're experiencing burnout, exploring your identity, or processing trauma, I'm here to support you. Areas I have a lot of experience with are: Autistic/ND burnout, ADHD overwhelm, late diagnosis, masking & identity, trauma & neurodivergent nervous system regulation.
Eligibility
Age: From age 18
Aimed at: Adult , Adult sibling, Anyone with an Association to Autism, Businesses, Parent or carer of under 18, Parent/carer of a child, Parent/carer of a young person, Parent/carer of an adult, Parents or carers, families, adults, Partner, Professional, Students, Volunteer
Referral Sources: Education, NHS and Private, NHS Consultant, NHS primary care, Private Only, Social Care, Yourself
Registrations & Approaches
Other specialisms: My work is neurodiversity‑affirming and trauma‑informed, grounded in a relational, Person‑Centred approach that honours you as the expert on your own life. My passion is in supporting neurodivergent - Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD and other neurodivergent identities, highly sensitive adults and families, and those experiencing grief, loss, or life transitions. I hold an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice (research-based, focused on understanding how to best work with neurodivergent people). I am also experienced in working with people at end of life and their families, having previously headed up the team of counsellors and bereavement professionals in a hospice. I am also a clinical supervisor.
Regulatory or professional certifications:
Professional membership: BACP
Contacts
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