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Bridging the Empathy Gap:
Training and Coaching

Creating lasting neurodiversity-affirming and intersectionality-focused workplace cultures requires meaningful action and sustained change.

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Considering we know that research shows that building and retaining a diverse workforce boosts both productivity and innovation. It makes sense that we would need to understand more about neurodivergent communication, processing and sensory experiences, within the workplace.

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It would help managers and leaders answer the question 'are you unlocking the full potential of your neurodivergent employees?' if they shared a dialogue with their team members and employees around topics pertinent to their lived experiences. This is where the role of training, coaching and consultation comes in.

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Likewise, employers who provide truly neurodiversity-affirming work cultures, inclusive leadership and neurodivergent-inclusive wellbeing initiatives enable their neurodivergent employees and colleagues to thrive, harness their own strengths and flourish within their identity. Supporting workplace coaching, fosters a persons potential and supports them to develop language for their experiences. A pre-requisite for developing self-advocacy skills within the workplace.​​

Training and Workshops

I offer a range of training programs designed for leaders and managers committed to fostering meaningful cultural transformation. These programs equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and strategies needed to create neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive workplace environments.

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Drawing on my dual qualifications as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and Sensory Integration Practitioner and experiences in Clinical Leadership and Operational Management roles, I understand the complexities and pressures faced by senior leadership.

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As a neurodivergent person in work, I also understand the realities of working within systems that were not designed for neurodivergence, whilst simultaneously trying to meet the responsibilities of your job role and manage teams or run services.

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Training can be tailored to align with your organisation’s goals and priorities, equipping you with practical strategies to lead by example.

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Wellbeing Workshops

Duration - 2 hours

Wellbeing workshops focus specifically on neurodivergent wellbeing, for example, sensory preferences and energy accounting in the workplace. With a focus on enhancing your workplace wellbeing offer to meet the needs of neurodivergent team members, this workshop can be offered as an introductory, single session, or as part of a short series of workshops focused on wellbeing in more detail.​

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Please note, Wellbeing Workshops can be adapted to be delivered on a 1-1 or small group basis, incorporating coaching and clinical skills to support neurodivergent team members to develop wellbeing profiles.

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Inclusive Leadership

Duration - 4 x 1 day sessions or 8 x half day sessions.

Inclusive Leadership training focuses on developing what McDowell, Doyle & Kiselevaz (2023) describe as the 'first responder' skills of managers and leaders who supervise neurodivergent team members. Inspired by my own experiences as a neurodivergent employee and leader, the training covers important topics, such as:

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  • Neurodivergent Communication, Sensory Preferences and Executive Functioning Differences.

  • Mental Health and Wellbeing through an Intersectional Lens.

  • Reasonable Adjustments and the Limitations of Ableist Systems/Environments.

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Bespoke leadership training can be designed.

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"Bite-Sized Insights"
Sessions

Duration - 1 hour

My "Bite-Sized Insights" sessions are designed to be much shorter workshop style sessions which offer topic specific learning opportunities and introductions to key topics related to neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive workplaces.  

 

Topics include:

  • Introduction to the Senses,

  • Reasonable Adjustments,

  • Dismantling Autism Myths,

  • Enhancing Team Meetings Through Multi-Model Communication

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Bespoke Training and Workshops

I can work with you to understand the growth edges your team and organisation have to develop bespoke training or workshops designed to support your services development, resilience and capacity to innovate. 

Practicalities:

  • All training can be delivered online or in person,

  • Training and workshops can be delivered, weekdays, evenings and some weekends,

  • Terms and Conditions for training and workshop bookings will be sent following initial discussions about organisational or individual needs.

Coaching

Aligning with my neurodiversity-affirming and intersectionality-focused approach to clinically supervising and coaching therapists, I provide coaching support that incorporates my specialist knowledge and skills as an experienced neurodivergent Speech and Language Therapist and Sensory Integration Practitioner.  

 

With expertise in understanding and supporting communication, executive functioning, emotional regulation and sensory processing, I help neurodivergent individuals develop the language to articulate their experiences, navigate challenges, and advocate for their needs. By combining these therapist skills with coaching, I can support clients in exploring their identity, leveraging their strengths, and fostering meaningful personal and professional growth in ways that honour their neurodivergence in the workplace.

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Coaching with managers and leaders, particularly those who are allistic (not autistic) or neurotypical focuses on building awareness, understanding, and practical skills to create a truly inclusive workplace. It provides tools to better support neurodivergent team members, foster open and effective communication, and implement meaningful changes that enable all employees to thrive. Together, we explore how to recognise and leverage the strengths of neurodivergent individuals, adapt management styles to be more inclusive, and address any barriers to creating a neurodiversity-affirming culture within your organisation and role.

 

Integrating my skills in this combined approach fosters space for learning, reflection and identifying commitments for moving forwards within the workplace and associated environments.  

Good to know:

 

  • Sessions can be held online or in person for individuals or organisations within 45 minutes drive of EX17.

  • Before the first session, I will provide information on my reasonable adjustment needs and request information on any reasonable adjustments the people I am working with have.

  • Depending on the nature of the work we do together, you may need to print some materials to use in the sessions, or have a separate device available to access them on.

  • I may in due course utilise software to support my executive functioning during sessions. If so, I will notify people prior to the session because they may need to share their consent.

1-1 Coaching for Managers, Leaders & HR Professionals

1:1 coaching with me is a collaborative and personalised process designed to help you unlock the full potential of your neurodivergent workforce while creating meaningful, lasting cultural change in your organisation and relationships with your team.

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Through tailored coaching sessions, I provide the knowledge, tools, and strategies you need to foster a truly neurodiversity-affirming workplace. Whether you're a manager, leader, or HR professional, coaching sessions will help you:

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  • Understand Neurodivergent Strengths: Gain a deeper awareness of how neurodivergent communication, processing, and sensory experiences shape the workplace, and learn how to harness these strengths to benefit your team.

  • Build Inclusive Practices: Develop actionable strategies for embedding neuroinclusion into every stage of the employee journey, from recruitment to retention.

  • Create a Supportive Culture: Learn to implement workplace adjustments, wellbeing initiatives, and leadership approaches that enable neurodivergent employees to thrive.

  • Enhance Your Leadership Skills: Grow your confidence and competence as a leader by navigating the complexities of managing diverse teams with authenticity and inclusivity.

  • Understand the 'Masters Tools' (Lorde, 1984): Explore how systemic barriers and traditional workplace structures can hinder neurodivergent inclusion and innovation. Learn to critically evaluate and adapt these systems to foster a culture of equity, collaboration, and authentic belonging, ensuring sustainable and meaningful change within your organisation.

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Drawing on my lived experience, dual qualifications as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and Sensory Integration Practitioner, and extensive leadership and management experience, I combine evidence-based knowledge with practical insights. My expertise in language, communication, and sensory integration adds a unique dimension to coaching, equipping you to approach workplace challenges with empathy and clarity.

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Working together, we’ll address your individual, team and organisational goals and priorities while staying aligned with a neurodiversity-affirming and intersectionality-focused framework. This transformative coaching will empower you to lead by example, nurture your team, and create a workplace where neurodivergent employees can truly flourish.

1-1 Coaching for Neurodivergent People in Work

1:1 coaching for neurodivergent team members and people in work is a tailored and supportive process designed to help you navigate the workplace with confidence, harness your strengths, and thrive in your role whilst recognising any of the limitations within the environments you work in/move through.

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As a neurodivergent person in work, myself, I understand the unique challenges of working within systems that weren’t designed with neurodivergence in mind. My combined coaching and therapist skillset strives to provide a safe, affirming space to explore your experiences, develop practical strategies, and embrace your authentic self at work.

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Together, we’ll focus on:

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  • Finding Your Voice: Build the language and confidence to advocate for your needs, communicate effectively with colleagues, and navigate workplace challenges with clarity and self-assurance.

  • Understanding Your Strengths: Identify and leverage your unique skills and talents, reframing challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation.

  • Navigating Workplace Dynamics: Learn strategies to manage sensory, communication, emotional or executive functioning differences in a way that feels empowering and aligned with your identity.

  • Balancing Wellbeing and Success: Develop practical approaches to maintaining your wellbeing while meeting the demands of your role, creating sustainable strategies for thriving in the workplace.

  • Give Space to Intersectional Experiences: We can work towards creating a relationship and space together, which enables you to show up authentically and to consider your neurodivergence within the context of all of your intersectional identities.

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Drawing on my dual qualifications as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and Sensory Integration Practitioner, I bring a deep understanding of communication and sensory processing to my coaching. This allows me to help you explore how your neurodivergence influences your workplace experience and guide you in developing skills and strategies that work for you.

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Through our work together, you’ll gain the tools and insights needed to flourish in your role, feel empowered in your identity, and contribute your best to your team and organization. Whether you’re looking to overcome specific challenges or simply want to build your confidence at work, coaching offers a personalized and affirming path forward.

Group/Team Coaching 

Group coaching offers a collaborative and dynamic space for individuals to grow, reflect, and learn from one another’s experiences. Designed to support both neurodivergent employees and those in leadership roles, group coaching fosters connection, shared understanding, and collective growth in a supportive and neurodiversity-affirming environment.

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I offer group coaching for:

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  • Neurodivergent People in Work:
    Group coaching provides a space to explore shared experiences, build confidence, and develop practical strategies for navigating the workplace. Together, participants learn to advocate for their needs, harness their strengths, and thrive in their roles.

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  • Managers and Leaders:
    Group coaching helps leaders collaborate on challenges, share insights, and develop inclusive practices. Participants will learn actionable strategies for creating neurodiversity-affirming cultures, supporting diverse teams, and embedding inclusivity into every stage of the employee journey.

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  • Neurodivergent Managers and Leaders:Group coaching offers a supportive and affirming space for neurodivergent managers and leaders to navigate the unique challenges of leadership within systems often not designed for neurodivergence. Participants will explore how their neurodivergent identity can inform and enhance their leadership style, build confidence in their abilities, and develop strategies to lead authentically while supporting their teams

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