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Perhaps you’ve recently received a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, or both. Maybe you’re on a waiting list, on a diagnostic pathway, or still considering whether self-identification is enough for you. Whatever your position, you might be thinking about accessing therapy for support, particularly given the long NHS waiting times and the fact that Right to Choose pathways are currently paused in some areas, including mine in Hampshire. However, many disabled and neurodivergent peopl

I don’t always bring up Christmas with my counselling clients at this time of year unless they introduce the topic themselves. When they do, I’m always very interested to hear how they feel about it. Many of us are acutely aware of the social expectations and pressure to conform to festive norms; however, for many neurodivergent adults , particularly those with Autism or ADHD, Christmas often means increased masking, heightened sensory overload, and rising exhaustion. Rather

Do you struggle at being consistent with things?  Especially the things you know will be good for you, even things you enjoy?  I know I...

I recently saw a post on social media about a neurodivergent school child who had been asked to complete a piece of work but struggled to...

As our third lockdown began, I found myself anxiously scribbling down the timetable for my two secondary school age children in...