ADHD and Neurodiversity Coaching
You are not broken. There are real reasons why things may feel harder.
Many neurodivergent people arrive at coaching after years of trying to force themselves into social and workplace systems that were not designed for the way their brain works. They may have been called lazy, inconsistent, too sensitive, scatterbrained, disorganised, or difficult – when in reality they have been working incredibly hard with the wrong user manual.
My approach is neurodiversity-positive, but grounded in the realities of everyday life. We can recognise and build on your unique strengths while also taking seriously the friction that can build up around work, relationships, planning and follow-through. Coaching may include practical tools and strategies, but it is not just about ‘productivity hacks’; it’s about finding way of working with your brain that supports your bigger goals and ambitions, not just your next deadline.
What we may work on, and how coaching can help
In coaching, we might look at the practical realities of executive dysfunction, such as working memory; prioritisation; impulse control; time blindness etc., or other patterns which hold you back: dopamine-seeking; hyperfocus; rejection sensitivity; or the inner critic in your head that has been built up over years of criticism, underachievement, or never quite fitting in.
Coaching can help you:
- understand what is really happening when you get stuck;
- notice the conditions in which you work well and thrive;
- design your own toolkit – realistic strategies for planning, focus, communication and follow-through;
- work with your inner critic rather than being ruled by it;
- make progress on goals and values that actually matter to you.
Why this work matters to me
I came to understand my own blend of autism and ADHD in my 40s, after building a career in project management, research and thought leadership. On paper, things may have looked successful. In practice, I was often having to work much harder than anybody else just to stay afloat, and this eventually led to burnout. I wish I had understood my neurodivergent brain much sooner. I also have lived experience of neurodivergent family life, so I know how varied autism and ADHD can be. We don’t all fit the stereotypes, and we don’t all benefit from the same tools, strategies and productivity tips that you might see on social media.
My coaching is grounded in a Master’s Degree in Coaching and Mentoring Practice, with its focus on transformational adult learning, and in my professional practitioner accreditation with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC). I draw on evidence-informed approaches from coaching psychology, neuroscience and research into executive function. I have also completed a certificate in ADHD coaching through Barrett Training (accredited by the Association for Coaching).
What my coaching sessions are like
My sessions are relaxed, open and safe. They can be as structured as you need them to be. We will usually begin by exploring what you want from coaching, including any goals, questions or areas of life that feel difficult at the moment. Some clients arrive with a clear agenda and want practical structure, accountability and next steps. Others need space to think aloud, untangle what is going on, and work out what matters first. I can offer a clear process, follow your agenda, or adapt the conversation as we go. You do not have to perform being organised, polished or ‘normal’. You are welcome to think aloud, lose your thread, contradict yourself, or need a moment to find the words.
The aim is not to fix you, or become a more neurotypical version of yourself. The aim is to help you understand yourself more accurately, work with your brain more skilfully, and move towards the life and work that matter to you.
I also take the ethical boundaries in coaching seriously. I am not a medical professional. Coaching is not a substitute for diagnosis, therapy or medical support, but it can sit usefully alongside them. I take confidentiality and safety extremely seriously, and want our sessions to be something you look forward to, not just another appointment.
Finding the right coach for you is key. If you think that coaching sessions with me might help you in your personal or professional life, why not book a free 30-minute introductory call with me, so we can have a chat about whether I’m the right fit for you. If it helps, I’ve listed my credentials below.
Relevant qualifications
- Master’s degree (Distinction) in Coaching and Mentoring Practice (Oxford Brookes University)
- European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) – Member, and accredited at Practitioner Level
- Certificate in ADHD Coaching – Barrett Coaching and Training (Association for Coaching accredited)
Other professional coaching memberships
- International Coaching Federation (ICF) – Member
- Association for Professional Executive Coaching and Supervision (APECS) – Member
- Association for Coaching (AC) – Member
- ADHD and Neurodiversity Universal Coaching Alliance (ANUCA) – Member
Pricing
I’m happy to work with clients who have Access to Work funding in the UK