About me
Hello beautiful soul,
I am a Therapeutic Relational Coach and Neurodivergent Specialist offering spiritually integrated supervision, therapy and coaching for individuals and couples with an underlying focus on ADHD and Autism.
I began my journey as a qualified Psychotherapist but after a late diagnosis of ADHD, I decided to specialise in working with neurodivergent clients and couples and supporting neurodivergent therapists in their practice.
I am passionate about empowering neurodivergent people and raising awareness of neurodiversity within the workplace. I offer tailor-made training for organisations. Having lived experience of ADHD both personally and professionally I am able to empathise and validate you.
Q. Is your ADHD driving the bus?
I want to work with people who are ready to let go of the mask and shame of being different and own their diversity.
I am also a Cruse Bereavement Supervisor and being neurodiverse we can often feel loss and rejection more intensely and for longer because our brains are wired differently.
One of our primary needs is to feel loved and accepted and if you are able to be your authentic self, you will thrive and organically find your tribe.
Hormones play a big part in ADHD so if you are pregnant, peri-post menopausal, a teenager or heading into mid-life, your ADHD will become heightened and I want to help empower you to navigate these transitions. Afterall, it was when mine became more noticeable.
Being a Neurodivergent Therapist/Coach, I prefer to meet face-to-face and you probably will too. My ideal spot is in my cosy therapy room or out in nature as it is so restorative and where the noise reduces and is replaced by peacefulness and allows us to feel wholesome.
Being in nature allows us to be in the moment and connect to our own true nature. Nature can really help to soothe and calm our emotions and acts as an anchor by grounding us, particularly if you struggle with emotional dysregulation so this is really beneficial on our wellbeing.
My garden therapy room contains lots of sensory objects and is a relaxing, calm, therapeutic space. My dog Freddie can join us too for snuggles, if you find animals calming.
It is easier to connect in-person as technology can be a barrier. However, I appreciate that is not always practical, so in those situations, we can meet virtually on zoom. I also want to give you the choice to meet where it is convenient and you are most comfortable. I am happy to work with couples online too, preferably sharing the same screen.
The most important thing is developing a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and held and are able to find your voice. Connection is so important particularly for people who are neurodivergent.
We are attracted to people's energy and aura so my work is very intuitive. I use creative interventions in our work. We will focus on the wins to fire up the dopamine and look at the key focus for each session. There is always a domino and this will help set short term goals. Ending with some key take-aways.
In our work, we will look at interpersonal relationships, friendships, energy, burnout, self-care, finances, fun and addictions. Years of masking often leaves us usure of our own identity. Living from the inside out brings contentment and fulfilment. Finding our own identity is so empowering and will allow you to shine. Everything in the world is energy and attracts a vibrational match.
It's time for your soul to shine and to live from your higher heart and become the co-creator of your life. Dream big. Anything is possible ... x
Sending Earthly Blessings,
Nicola xx
I am committed to working ethically and demonstrate this in good practice by being a full member of a professional body, to ensure I act in your best interests. I also attend regular supervision.
Training, qualifications & experience
Therapeutic Counselling Degree (FdA) at Gloucestershire University
Cruse Awareness Bereavement Course (ABC)
Teens in Crisis Children & Young People's Accredited Course
Individual Member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner (EFT)
Diploma in Personnel Management (DIPM)
Clinical Supervisor (Online & Telephone)
ADHD Practitioner - Therapist/Coach/Mentor
Relational Couples Counsellor Training
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£120.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Couples - 1 hour session = £160.00
Individuals - 1 hour session = £120.00
45 minute session = £90.00 (students, low income etc)
Supervision - 1 hour = £75.00
45 minute session = £56.25 (student counsellors)
When I work
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early morning | |||||||
| Morning | |||||||
| Early afternoon | |||||||
| Late afternoon | |||||||
| Evening |
Further information
As a Neurodivergent Specialist there is a deep focus on ADHD and Autism in my sessions. I work in a very goal orientated, solution-focused way. Sessions consist of identifying the main issues or dominos affecting your daily life at this time. Normally 12-15 sessions is sufficient. Packages are available to reduce the cost of sessions payable in instalments.
I am very interested in the challenges of relationships for people with neurodiversity and have written "A Guide to Dopamine Dating" available on Amazon https://amzn.eu/d/611iXTh.
I am also hosting a 24-hour Spring Equinox Retreat - "Open your Heart - Soul Awakening" on 19/20 March. Please see my website for more details.
