In recent years, awareness of neurodivergence—an umbrella term for neurological differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette’s—has grown dramatically. Yet, while society has begun to embrace the concept of neurodiversity, mainstream mental health services have often lagged behind. Many neurodivergent people who seek counselling or psychotherapy discover that the model on offer doesn’t… Continue reading Why traditional therapy doesn’t work for neurodivergent clients
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“I think I may be neurodivergent, now what?!”
Thinking about being neurodivergent may come with a mix of relief, confusion, and even fear. Maybe you’ve stumbled across stories online that resonate deeply, or a friend suggested you look into autism or ADHD, or you’ve always felt “different” but never had a clear explanation. Whatever led you here, wondering if you’re neurodivergent is the… Continue reading “I think I may be neurodivergent, now what?!”
Neurodivergence and co-morbid conditions
When a condition is co-morbid it means it exists alongside another. This means different conditions can co-exist with each other. It’s extremely common for neurodivergent individuals to be diagnosed with all sorts of other conditions. It’s important to consider co-morbid conditions as the picture of traits/symptoms may be more complicated, the treatment for one may… Continue reading Neurodivergence and co-morbid conditions
Supporting adjustments in counselling
Basingstoke counsellor appreciates how hard it may feel to have to conform to a mould. Frances makes adjustments to work with clients unique needs to ensure equal access to all.
Feeling confused by brain fog?
Basingstoke counsellor explains brain fog, an umbrella term used to describe a lack of mental clarity. There may be no specific cause however there is hope in managing it.
A shared mind: Why working with a neurodivergent counsellor matters
Neurodivergent clients may have a better experience of counselling working with a neurodivergent counsellor for a range for reasons
The high prevalence of anxiety in neurodivergent individuals
With Mental Health Awareness Week (themed around anxiety) draws to a close, many people will hang up their hats for a year, but it doesn’t stop for those living with anxiety. I’m a counsellor specialising in supporting neurodivergent individuals. I want to draw attention to their specific difficulties with anxiety. For those, with or without… Continue reading The high prevalence of anxiety in neurodivergent individuals
How can counselling help neurodivergent adults?
You may have come across this post wondering if you’re autistic or ADHD. Is counselling the right course of action? Will a counsellor understand the way your brain works? It can be really hard when you’ve been feeling like an alien, feeling as though you don’t fit in, feeling as though no one understands… To… Continue reading How can counselling help neurodivergent adults?