I am Neurodivergent 

I bring to the therapeutic relationship my own neurodivergent experiences as someone with a diagnosis of Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Dyscalculia. In more recent years, I have been exploring a (self) diagnosis of ADHD. In late 2025 both my therapist and supervisor have been gently exploring with me an Autistic profile. Initially this was a surprise to me, but also in many ways it is not. This exploration is an ongoing journey that I take the time for.

I struggled at school. I was considered low intelligence. I was undiagnosed and had minimal support. I managed to get just enough secondary school grades to go to college. At the end of college, I applied to University to study Theatre. I did not get the passing grades to be accepted. I like to believe a guardian angle was looking out for me. The university application system made a clerical error that meant I was accepted. It was at University that I was diagnosed. With a reading age of an 11-year-old at 18. Highly intelligent in many areas. I was honoured the right learning support and I started thriving at University, an environment where I was understood. It took years of perseverance and setbacks to get to the point I am in my career now. 

Through my journey in counselling and therapy, I learned how to value myself and my unique ways. I truly believe that my Neurodivergent thinking skills are what help make me the compassionate and empathetic therapist that I am. I also value the importance of self-disclosure. When helpful, I share with my clients stories of my neurodivergent experience. Like many, I do face daily barriers. It took me (for example) many hours to create this website :-).

Have a look at the film to hear me talk more about my Neurodivergent story. In this beautiful encounter, I explore the stages of shared later diagnosis with Leen. I was privileged to be invited to be part of this wonderful project from Laudace, Flip the Neuro-tive. Flip the Neuro-tive is a series of conversations and interviews with Neurodivergent adults. Sharing our stories increases awareness, acceptance, and common humanity.