I have both personal and professional experience with neurodiversity and can, if necessary tailor my service to meet my clients' needs.
I work with young people and adults with suspected or diagnosed ASC and / or ADHD. I have supported many clients through the assessment and diagnosis process.
Not all neurodivergent clients need a special approach or changes to be made in the counselling room but for those who do I work in a flexible way.
I often use elements of art therapy and encourage my clients to express themselves creatively through drawings, music, poetry and journaling. Sharing these in counselling can facilitates communication. Sometimes it’s easier to talk when our hands are busy and continuous eye contact is kept to a minimum so clients are welcome to bring toys, craft projects or art material to their sessions.
I also like to use cognitive behavioural therapy based strategies for depression, anxiety and anger management. They can be very effective and often suit clients who prefer a more structured approach which involves goal setting and work sheets.