Psychological Therapy
Autism, ADHD and Neurodiversity Support for Children, Teenagers and Adults
We provide autism, ADHD and neurodiversity-affirming psychological support for children, young people and adults, as well as support and guidance for parents, partners and families.
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Understanding Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity describes the natural differences in how people think, process information, communicate and experience the world. Autism and ADHD are forms of neurodivergence and can affect areas such as attention, emotional regulation, sensory processing, relationships and managing everyday demands.
What is autism?
Autism is a form of neurodivergence that can shape how a person communicates, relates to other people, processes sensory information and responds to change. Autistic people have their own individual strengths, preferences and support needs, and no two people experience it in the same way.
What is ADHD?
ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a form of neurodivergence that can affect attention, focus, activity levels, impulsivity and emotional regulation. It can look different from one person to the next and often continues from childhood into adult life.
Our neurodiversity-affirming approach
A neurodiversity-affirming approach starts from the understanding that there is no single right way for a brain to work. Rather than trying to make someone appear more typical, it looks at how a person’s environment, relationships and expectations can be adapted so they feel more comfortable and supported. We work with each person’s strengths as well as the things they find harder.
The difficulties we commonly work with
Our experienced psychologists and therapists can help with difficulties including anxiety, low mood, overwhelm and burnout, emotional regulation, self-esteem, relationships, and challenges at school, university or work. Therapy is tailored to the individual and their particular strengths and needs.
Anxiety, low mood and self-esteem
Many neurodivergent people experience anxiety, low mood or low self-esteem, sometimes after years of feeling different or misunderstood. Support can help you make sense of these feelings and build confidence in who you are.
Emotional regulation, overwhelm and burnout
Strong emotions, sensory overload and the effort of managing everyday demands can build up into overwhelm and burnout. We can help you understand what sits behind these experiences and find ways of coping that work with how your mind works.
Relationships and social connection
Neurodivergence can affect communication, friendships and family or romantic relationships. Support can help with understanding yourself and other people, and with building relationships that feel more comfortable and genuine.
School, university and work
The demands of school, university or work can feel particularly draining for neurodivergent people. We can help with the pressures these settings bring and the everyday difficulties that can come with them.
Support for children and teenagers
We provide neurodiversity-affirming support for children and teenagers who are, or may be, autistic or have ADHD. This can include help with anxiety, emotional regulation, friendships, self-esteem and school-related difficulties. Difficulties can show up at school, in friendships or in managing routines and change, and the right support can make day to day life feel more manageable. We work in a way that suits each child or young person, and we also offer guidance for parents who want to understand and support them.
Support for adults
Many adults come to us for support with their own autism, ADHD or neurodiversity, whether they already have a diagnosis, are waiting for an assessment, or are exploring whether they may be neurodivergent. For many adults, recognising that they are neurodivergent later in life can be a relief, and it can also raise new questions about identity and past experiences. We can help with difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, overwhelm and burnout, emotional regulation, self-esteem, relationships and the demands of work, with therapy tailored to you.
Making sense of an autism or ADHD diagnosis
Receiving an autism or ADHD diagnosis can also bring up a range of emotions. For some people, it can feel validating and provide a new understanding of past experiences, while for others it may bring uncertainty, sadness, frustration or questions about their identity. We can help you adjust to and make sense of a diagnosis and understand what it means for you.
Support for parents, partners and families
We also offer consultations for parents, partners and family members who want to better understand and support someone who is, or may be, neurodivergent. We can help families develop supportive and affirming ways of responding, improve communication and better understand their family member’s individual needs.
You do not need a formal autism or ADHD diagnosis to access psychological support with us.
Looking for an autism or ADHD assessment?
We do not currently provide autism or ADHD diagnostic assessments directly, but we can recommend trusted specialist partners who do.
Autism, ADHD and neurodiversity support near you
We offer autism, ADHD and neurodiversity support from our clinics in Wallingford, Reading, Thame and Mortimer, as well as online appointments.
To arrange an appointment or ask a question, please get in touch.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Every answer is drawn only from the client brief. This section also powers the FAQ schema below.
Do I need an autism or ADHD diagnosis to access support?
No. You do not need a formal autism or ADHD diagnosis to access psychological support with us.
Do you provide autism or ADHD assessments?
We do not currently provide autism or ADHD diagnostic assessments directly, but we can recommend trusted specialist partners who do.
Who can you support?
We provide autism, ADHD and neurodiversity-affirming support for children, young people and adults, as well as support and guidance for parents, partners and families.
Do you support children and teenagers?
Yes. We provide autism, ADHD and neurodiversity-affirming support for children and young people, and we also offer guidance for their parents. You do not need a formal diagnosis to access support.
Do you support adults?
Yes. We support adults with autism, ADHD and neurodiversity, including those who do not have a formal diagnosis. We can help with difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, overwhelm and burnout, emotional regulation, self-esteem and relationships.
What difficulties can therapy help with?
Our experienced psychologists and therapists can help with difficulties including anxiety, low mood, overwhelm and burnout, emotional regulation, self-esteem, relationships, and challenges at school, university or work.
Can you support parents and families?
Yes. We offer consultations for parents, partners and family members who want to better understand and support someone who is, or may be, neurodivergent, including developing affirming ways of responding and improving communication.
Where are appointments available?
We offer autism, ADHD and neurodiversity support from our clinics in Wallingford, Reading, Thame and Mortimer, as well as online appointments.