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Designations: BSc Occupational therapy, HCPC Reg.

I am an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist and a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, also affiliated with the Brazilian Academy of Sleep Medicine. I hold a Master’s degree in Sleep Medicine and Physiology, alongside postgraduate qualifications in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Paediatric Occupational Therapy, and Pharmacology, as well as a range of certifications, short courses, and masterclasses.My clinical focus centres on neurodevelopmental conditions, particularly autism and ADHD, their underlying mechanisms and clinical interventions, and on the non-pharmacological management of sleep disorders across the lifespan. I also have a dedicated interest in rare diseases, from early intervention through to lifespan care.In my private paediatric practice, I work with children presenting developmental delays that affect daily functioning, delivering early intervention within the child’s natural environments, home, community and school. I also work with neurodivergent adults, supporting diagnostic screening and strategies to increase participation in everyday life. Within my sleep practice, I support families in structuring infant sleep, parents and carers of neurodivergent children in improving their own sleep, and adults with insomnia through CBT I. Sleep, from an Occupational Therapy perspective, is understood in the context of everything a person does across their day, their routines and environment, and the impact that sleep, or the lack of it, has on daily occupations.I am also a co-founder and patient education writer at LumiNest, and completed a medical writing internship at Klarity, focused on translating clinical knowledge into plain language for families and diverse audiences. My particular interests lie in neurodivergence, sleep science, rare diseases and underexplored areas of Occupational Therapy practice.

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Designations: MBACP Reg. Dip.Couns, Cert.Sup

Hi there, I’m Kes. I am a therapist and supervisor specialising in practising with autistic and ADHD clients online.Many clients prefer to attend sessions from the comfort of their own home. I like to create a relaxed environment, where you can be yourself and bring a cup of tea and a blanket if it helps you feel comfortable. Pets are welcome if they support you to feel emotionally safe.I like to spark genuine, enjoyable conversations with my clients where you can talk about what matters to you. We might laugh. We might cry. We might even sing, make art, create a ritual, or do whatever helps you to explore and honour your feelings, emotions, and process change and growth.I invite all aspects of my clients to the sessions. This may mean drawing on your personal strengths, your cultural heritage, your family wisdom (surely, there is some!), and possibly your own philosophical thinking, sense of spirituality, wonder, awe, or joy. Joy is often so important to reclaim for neurodivergent people, as it builds our resilience. Joy may have been squashed down, masked and hidden away. If so it’s time to let it out.You see therapy is not only about struggles. It’s also about celebrations.As a counsellor, I see myself in the role of facilitator (someone who eases/assists your process of personal development) rather than an expert on fixing you. I don’t think anyone needs fixing. We just need time to reflect, get in touch with ourselves, and receive the genuine consideration, care and kindness of another – even a well-trained stranger who might just be your therapist for a while (i.e. me).Whilst my approach is highly-validating, I can also be gently challenging, encouraging you to be your own best therapist, advocate and champion. Many of us start therapy as victims and survivors. Many of us leave feeling more whole, accepting our imperfections and even accepting the unacceptable things we’ve been through and that life has strewn in our paths. Therapy is an opportunity to define yourself by your strengths and aptitudes, honour and care for your vulnerabilities, and free yourself, little by little, from the weight of the world on your shoulders.Please note, my practice is critically-engaged and I am well aware that there are many systemic and structural issues that impact wellbeing. Therefore, I cannot guarantee outcomes from therapy. Instead, I welcome you to attend sessions for as long as you feel they are beneficial to you.

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Designations: PGDIP, MNCPS Acc.

Hi, I’m Fiona, thanks for checking me out. I’m a warm and friendly relational therapist, working online and face-to-face from my counselling room in Hoylake, on the Wirral. I was late diagnosed ADHD with autistic traits in my late fifties, as I was training to be a psychotherapist, and went to therapy myself to work out what this meant for me. So I understand how it can be to feel different, from the earliest of times, to not fit in, or not have ‘the rule book’ of life. If you are on the pathway, or newly diagnosed, having a neurodivergent therapist is so important for your journey – you don’t need to explain yourself to me, or justify anything in your life, there is no shame or guilting from me (as I definitely have been there and got the T-shirt!). I’m here to help you explore what diagnosis might mean for you, to help you make sense of it all, and focus on what your needs are, going forward in life.I also offer Internal Family Systems (IFS), a compassionate and effective therapy that helps people understand and heal the different “parts” of themselves. IFS recognises that we have inner parts that hold emotions, memories, and protective roles. By approaching these parts with curiosity and care, it’s possible to gently resolve trauma, intrusive memories, and patterns that you may have believed are stuck forever. This process can be deeply transformative.I can also support you if you’re living with chronic health conditions, have experienced childhood or relationship trauma, and if you’re recovering from coercive control or abuse. Being neurodivergent can make us vulnerable to workplace abuse and bullying; if this is you, I can help you work through this horrible experience and regain your self-confidence.My work is always guided by curiosity, respect, and the belief that every person has an inner capacity for healing. In therapy, we work together as a team, and you are in control of what happens at each stage.

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Designations: MSc, LLB,

Perhaps you’ve spent years feeling like everyone else was given a rule book for life that you somehow missed.You’re the one who holds everything together. You overthink conversations, replay mistakes, feel exhausted from trying to meet everyone else’s expectations, and wonder why everyday life seems to take so much more effort than it appears to for other people. You may have recently discovered you’re autistic, have ADHD, identify as AuDHD, or perhaps you’re still exploring what neurodivergence means for you.If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.I’m Georgina, an integrative counsellor and coach specialising in working with neurodivergent adults. My practice is neuro-affirming, which means I don’t see autism or ADHD as problems to be fixed. Instead, I help you understand how your brain works, make sense of your experiences, and build a life that fits you rather than constantly trying to fit yourself into a world that wasn’t designed with neurodivergent people in mind.Alongside my professional training, I also bring lived experience as an AuDHD woman. That means many of the challenges we might explore together, masking, burnout, people-pleasing, sensory overwhelm, self-doubt, imposter syndrome and feeling “too much” or “not enough”, are things I understand from both a professional and personal perspective.My approach is warm, collaborative and down to earth. I draw on person-centred therapy, Gestalt and CBT, adapting each session to suit you rather than expecting you to adapt to a particular therapeutic model. There are no rigid worksheets, no pressure to perform, and no expectation that you’ll always know what to say. Therapy is a space where you can unmask, be curious about yourself, and discover what helps you thrive.Alongside counselling, I also offer coaching for neurodivergent adults who want practical support with confidence, self-understanding, life transitions or creating a more sustainable way of living and working.Whether you’re navigating a late diagnosis, recovering from autistic burnout, struggling with anxiety or low self-esteem, questioning your identity, or simply feeling exhausted from years of masking, my aim is to offer a space where you feel understood without having to explain every part of yourself.You don’t need fixing. You deserve support that recognises your strengths, honours your differences, and helps you become more fully yourself.

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Designations: MBACP

I’m Claire Kelly, an integrative counsellor and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, based in Street, near Glastonbury, Somerset.I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space for adults aged 16 and over who may feel emotionally overwhelmed, highly sensitive, different, misunderstood or disconnected from themselves.I support people experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, emotional exhaustion, identity changes and neurodiversity. I have a particular interest in the experiences of ADHD, autism, masking, burnout, sensitivity and the lifelong feeling of not quite fitting in. You do not need a formal diagnosis to explore these experiences in counselling.My approach is integrative, trauma-informed and body-aware. I work with each person as a whole individual, rather than applying a fixed formula. Our sessions may include reflective conversation, compassionate enquiry, grounding, body awareness, mindfulness and creative or symbolic exploration, depending on what feels helpful and appropriate for you.I am also interested in the deeper questions that can arise around meaning, belonging, authenticity and purpose. For some people, emotional and psychological healing naturally connects with their own sense of spirituality. This is always approached personally and without judgement, pressure or expectation.Claire’s approach does not treat neurodiversity as something to be cured or corrected. The aim is to offer a compassionate space where clients can understand themselves more deeply, recognise their needs, explore identity and belonging, and move towards greater self-acceptance.I offer in-person counselling in Street, near Glastonbury, Somerset, and online counselling across the UK. Sessions are available on a sliding scale, and I offer a free 20-minute consultation so that we can briefly explore what has brought you to counselling and whether working together feels right.

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Designations: Ms

Hi, I’m Veronica!I provide neurodiversity-affirming coaching and support for autistic, ADHD and otherwise neurodivergent adults and young people. My approach integrates professional training, academic knowledge and lived experience, creating a supportive space to explore challenges, build on strengths and develop strategies tailored to each individual.I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent students, adults navigating eduation or employment and those seeking greater self-understanding following diagnosis or identification. Areas of support include executive functioning, emotional wellbeing, confidence, communication, study skills, transitions, self-advocacy and managing everyday demands.My work is collaborative, strenghts-based and personalised. Rather than focusing on deficits, I support clients to identify what matters to them, recognise their existing strengths and develop practical, sustainable approaches that fit their lives.I am committed to providing a respectful, non-judgemental and accessible service where people feel heard, understood and empowered to move forward in meaningful ways.

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Designations: Dr Pauline Hunter PhD, MEd, BSc (Hons) RN, RNT & CNS ADHD Specialist

ADHD Diagnostics provides private, evidence-based ADHD assessments for adults, teenagers, and children across the UK and Ireland. Our experienced clinicians deliver thorough, structured evaluations using recognised diagnostic frameworks, resulting in clear answers and a formal report accepted by schools, employers, and healthcare providers. We support both adults exploring a first-time diagnosis and parents seeking clarity for their child, with a compassionate, judgement-free approach from initial enquiry through to post-diagnosis guidance. Assessments are available in person and remotely, with flexible scheduling designed around your needs. Book your ADHD assessment today for the answers you deserve. Flexible payment options, including Klarna Pay‑in‑3 instalment

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Designations: BSc, QTS

Psychology graduate Experienced educator Certified ADHD Practitioner (Neurodiversity Training Academy) Currently undertaking Coaching and Advanced Coaching certifications with the Neurodiversity Training Academy (ICF accredited course)Over a decade working with neurodivergent young adults and colleagues, and my own experience of late diagnosis, have shaped an approach that is:Practical: you need someone who understands, but who can also help you to actually work with your unique needs, strengths, and challenges Evidence-based: anti-pseudoscience and generic ‘hacks’; pro-tailored, research-led practice Informed by personal and professional experience: lived experience is key, but my experience will be different from yours; coaching is about youThroughout my career as an A Level Psychology teacher, I observed consistent patterns in the students I worked with. The strategies and systems we defaulted to, however well-intentioned, often failed to account for the realities of working memory, cognitive load, external factors, and emotional regulation.For neurodivergent learners in particular, standard approaches frequently added to confusion and stress rather than reducing it.When I adjusted the approach to fit how a student actually processed information: prioritising clarity, scaffolding, and structure, the impact was direct and meaningful. Seeing that effect consistently, across students and contexts, made clear that these principles had value well beyond the classroom, prompting me to undertake adult specific training with the Neurodiversity Training Academy. The challenges of working as a neurodivergent educator gave me insight into the world of reasonable adjustments, Access to Work, and how occupational challenges require an understanding of the nature of the work, not just the workplace itself.My approach is grounded in evidence: drawing on research into executive function, cognitive load, and neurodivergent experience, and practised with compassion.I don’t offer generic productivity ‘hacks’ or neurotypical strategies repackaged for neurodivergent brains.Instead, we work together to understand how you actually function, identify what is getting in the way, and build practical systems and structures that work with your brain rather than against it.

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