My Journey: From Personal Experience to Passionate ADHD Coaching

​When seeking support, it’s natural to want to know about your coach's qualifications and experience. As an autistic individual with ADHD, and a parent of an autistic child with ADHD and PDA, I truly understand how important it is to feel understood. Knowing your coach “gets it” can make all the difference, and I’m happy to share my journey with you.

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My career began in administration and retail before shifting to work with young children and families in 2006. I discovered a passion for parental support through one-on-one assistance, group facilitation, and providing a listening ear. This experience shaped me both as a practitioner and as a parent.

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Driven by my son’s challenges, I co-founded the local branch of the National Autistic Society. This initiative wasn’t just for my son, it was about creating a welcoming community for all families affected by Autism, helping to reduce the isolation I felt as a parent of a child with complex needs.

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In 2016, I completed my life coaching training, which ignited a passion I hadn’t imagined. Now a director in a mental health charity, I’ve worked with clients facing a variety of challenges. This experience fuels my commitment to ongoing learning, ensuring I always have the tools and knowledge to best serve my clients.

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Working in mental health has reinforced the importance of 'do no harm.' I am dedicated to providing ethical and responsible coaching, and I constantly seek new skills and knowledge to better support my clients.

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It hasn’t always been easy. I now recognise that some of the challenges I faced were due to my own ADHD and Autism. I truly understand the value of having support from someone who gets it. As your coach, I strive to offer that same empathy, understanding, and practical guidance based on my lived experience.​

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Core Qualifications

I have an extensive background in coaching, mental health, and neurodivergence. Some of my core qualifications include:

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• CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Life Coaching

• PESI ADHD Clinical Services Provider

• University of Derby Understanding Autism, Aspergers & ADHD

• Neurodiversity Affirming Practice with Autism and ADHD
  (You can find a list of my qualifications here.)

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