### Qualifications, Training and Experience

* Late-diagnosed AuDHD (Autistic and ADHD) with lived experience of navigating diagnosis, self-employment, burnout, workplace challenges, self-advocacy and neurodivergent identity.
* Founder of Advocacy Bridge and Sorted + Supported Ltd.
* Nearly 30 years’ experience supporting adults through learning, personal development, communication, confidence building and practical problem solving.
* Over 10 years’ experience supporting small businesses, self-employed professionals and business owners with organisation, administration, systems and operations.
* Experienced mentor, tutor and trainer, working with individuals aged 6 to 65+ across a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and learning styles.
* Extensive experience supporting neurodivergent adults with self-advocacy, communication, Access to Work processes, workplace adjustments, executive functioning and navigating life transitions.
* Published author, speaker, trainer and advocate.
* Ongoing professional development in autism, ADHD, neurodiversity, trauma-informed practice, coaching, mentoring and neuroaffirming approaches.

My practice is informed by a combination of lived experience, reflective practice, continuous learning and many years of working alongside people to help them better understand themselves, overcome barriers and move forward in ways that work for them.