Jessica Phippard
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About me
If you're neurodivergent and searching for a counsellor, you might be looking for a place where you feel truly understood. As an ADHDer myself, I understand first-hand many of the challenges that come with having a brain that's constantly on the go. You won't need to over-explain or minimise your experience here. I will meet you with curiosity, compassion and acceptance.
I provide online counselling for neurodivergent individuals, their partners or families who are seeking a deeply inclusive therapeutic experience. Having ADHD myself allows me to bring a personal understanding to the unique challenges and strengths of neurodiversity. I'm committed to creating a supportive and accepting space where you can feel truly understood.
My Therapeutic Approach:
I utilise a pluralistic approach, tailoring therapy to your specific needs. My core modalities include psychodynamic, person-centred, and cognitive-behavioural therapies. I work from a trauma-informed perspective, incorporating attachment and inner child healing, as well as nervous system regulation. This comprehensive approach helps address anxiety, low mood, addictions, relationship difficulties, anger management, isolation, parenting challenges, perfectionism, and challenges with emotional processing.
Working with Adults:
I offer specialised support for adults addressing the complexities of neurodiversity, relationships, and personal growth. I understand the challenges of perfectionism, the tendency to intellectualise emotions, and the impact of past experiences on present well-being. My approach focuses on building self-awareness and compassion, developing coping strategies, and fostering healthier relationships.
What I can help with:
* Neurodiversity and trauma
* Relationship and communication challenges
* Anxiety
* RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria)
* Burnout
* Perfectionism and its impact on well-being
* Rumination and obsessive thoughts
* Nervous system regulation for stress and overwhelm
Working with Young People (14+):
I provide a safe and understanding space for adolescents navigating the unique challenges of their teenage years. I understand the pressures of school, social dynamics, and the search for identity as a young neurodivergent person. My approach is tailored to the developmental needs of young people, focusing on building self-esteem, developing coping skills, and improving communication. I help young people explore their emotions, manage anxiety and stress, and understand the complexities of relationships.
What I can help with:
* Neurodiversity in adolescence
* Managing social and peer relationships
* Managing anxiety and stress related to school, family and life transitions
* Building self-esteem and identity exploration
* Developing healthy coping mechanisms
* Supporting emotional regulation
Sessions are held online and last for 60 or 90 minutes. We can meet weekly or fortnightly depending on your preferences. I offer an initial free call so that you can get a feel for my approach and method of working. Above all, the therapeutic relationship is key when seeking the right counsellor so it is important to see if we are a good fit for each other before starting on your journey. It would be my pleasure to see if I can support you, so please get in touch.
Training, qualifications & experience
Extensive personal and professional experience of working therapeutically with neurodivergence, in particular ADHD.
I am fully qualified and insured to work with clients aged 14+.
Qualifications and CPD:
- BSc (Hons) Psychotherapy and Counselling (1st)
- PG Cert Psychology
- ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CSP)
- Certified Autistic Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS)
- Neuroscience-based Interventions: Anxiety, Trauma & Emotional Regulation & More
- Neurodiversity Specialist Training: Affirming Practices for Autism, ADHD, “AuDHD”, Dyslexia, OCD, and More
- Neuroscience of ADHD and Anxiety
- Working with Neurodiverse Relationships
- Neurodivergent Experiences of Attachment and Interpersonal Trauma
- Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma
- Nervous System Healing 101
- Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- ACT for Adolescents
- Neuroscience of Addiction
- Transactional Analysis 101
- Essential Skills of Internal Family Systems Therapy
- Gabor Mate's Compassionate Enquiry in Action
- Working with Shame
- Working with Self-harm/Suicide
- Working with Narcissism: Essential Strategies for Treating Narcissism, Severe Traumatisation, Abuse, and Neglect
- Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£65.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Standard session (60 minutes) £65
Longer session (90 minutes) £90
I accept Access to Work funding. Please get in touch to find out more.
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