About me
I specialise in supporting you to move away from negative thought processes, whether that be due to a specific situation or due to an ongoing struggle; it can be difficult to process and cope in the world. I promise to create a therapeutic space individual to you. The process will be continuously discussed and agreed upon.
I have vast experience working with young people/children with social, emotional and mental health needs; using a combination of behavioural and therapeutic techniques to support the development of coping strategies.
Previously to becoming a counsellor I worked within school settings and privately to support autistic young people. I also supported their families in better understanding and meeting the needs of their child.
Once retrained as a counsellor, the gap in neuro informed therapy became evident and so I continued building on my knowledge on how to be truly inclusive.
I offer a 10 session model that offers a pre diagnostic assessment for children and young people who are resonating with potential neurodivergent traits and are yet to have a diagnosis.
This process is to help the young person to explore the potential of neurodivergence and give them the information required to decide whether a full diagnosis is useful and necessary. A full pre diagnostic report is included.
Ways of Working
My approach includes; Psycho education, person-centred therapy, adjusted CBT/ DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy, transactional analysis and aspects of psychodynamic therapy.
I offer a full pre diagnostic ADHD screening using a QBtest and pre screeners. The QB test is an objective testing system that measures three symptoms of ADHD; impulsivity, hyper activity and motor activity. These are key indicators that help to form a diagnosis of ADHD. I also offer screeners such as a full sensory profile and a CAT-Q masking test to offer a holistic exploration.
The QBtest is not a diagnosis, only a doctor can diagnose. This sophisticated screening tool can give evidence to support the benefit of moving forward with a full diagnosis and/or offer support suggestions for home/ school in the interim period.
The Types of Issues I Support Neurodivergent Clients With
I offer a service that is neuro-affirming. My practice is integrative, which means the therapy will be suited to your needs, you are the expert in your own life!
I can now offer an ADHD pre-diagnostic screening using QB Test and pre-screeners. The QB Test is an objective testing system that measures three symptoms of ADHD; impulsivity, hyperactivity and motor activity. These are key indicators that help to form a diagnosis of ADHD. The QB Test is suitable for adults and children. The QB Test is not a diagnosis; only a doctor can diagnose. This sophisticated screening tool can give evidence to support the benefit of moving forward for a full diagnosis and/or offer support suggestions for home/school in the interim period.
I can also offer screeners such as a full sensory profile and a CAT-Q masking test to offer a holistic exploration. The sensory profile is accessible for ages 8 and above. Please contact me for further details.
I can support clients with;
- Inertia and Burnout
- Anxiety
- Post Traumatic Stress
- Disordered Eating
- Gender & Identity
- Alexithymia
- Co-associated conditions
I use an adjusted, individual approach that supports a person to explore and manage;
- Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria
- Sensory integration
- Harmful self beliefs
- Emotional dysregulation.
Qualifications
BSc in Psychology.
Post graduate diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy; “A scoping review on how to support an autistic client in the counselling room”
Additional CPD Specific to Neurodiversity
- ADHD in The Therapy Room – Aspire Autism Consultancy
- Attendance of Aspire Consultancy’s Monthly CPD Group focusing on Neurodiversity.
- Addiction and Mental health
- Play Therapy – Summer course
- Imposters Syndrome
- CBT and Trauma