Navigate Neurodivergence Questions - Navigating Life Therapy

Is Navigate Neurodivergence therapy?

Navigate Neurodivergence is a structured therapy programme of six sessions, focusing on Your Story, Masking & Authenticity, Burnout, Capacity & Self Care, Self-criticism, Shame and Self Compassion, Relationships, Needs & Boundaries, Building a Sustainable Life.

Navigate Neurodivergence sessions are a starting point for women who want a structured, gentle way to understand their neurodivergence, how it shows up in daily life and the emotional and psychological impact of this. Some clients decide to continue with ongoing therapy with me after the programme - we can discuss if this feels appropriate for you, and if I have availability for this.

What happens in the Navigate Neurodivergence sessions?

Each session follows a clear, predictable structure so you know what to expect:

a short check-in and grounding
a focused weekly theme
guided reflection and discussion
experiential work to help us explore more deeply
identifying patterns, needs, and what helps
a gentle “takeaway” for the week (optional)

There is no pressure to talk about anything you don’t want to.

Is Navigate Neurodivergence only 1:1 or do you offer group sessions?

Navigate Neurodivergence is currently only offered as 1:1, however in 2027 I will also be offering online group Navigate Neurodivergence support sessions.

Please get in touch if you would be interested and I will add you to my waiting list.

What is neuro-affirming therapy?

Neuro-affirming therapy recognises autism, ADHD and AuDHD as natural differences in how people experience and process the world. The focus is on self-understanding, regulation and reducing shame, not changing who you are.

Can I do more than six Navigate Neurodivergence sessions?

The structured programme is offered as a complete block of six sessions with a clear focus and road map. Some clients find the self understanding they gain from this programme is enough, while others find it has opened the door to wanting to understand more about themself. When we finish the programme we will discuss what your needs and next steps are - which may include continuing into ongoing therapy with another therapist or myself (availability depending).

Do I need an Autism / ADHD / AuDHD diagnosis, can you diagnose me?

You don’t need a formal diagnosis to work with me. I can support you to explore your experience, but I cannot provide formal diagnosis. Please see my extra support page for further information about diagnosis.

Many people come to me because they are:

self-identified
exploring neurodivergence for the first time
awaiting assessment
recently diagnosed and feeling unsure what happens next

I offer these support sessions as a gently structured way to help you understand your own experience before digging into deeper therapy, if appropriate.

What if I’m in burnout or feeling overwhelmed?

These sessions can be supportive if you’re in burnout or feeling overwhelmed. In fact, this is often when people find the gentle structure of the focus areas most helpful, because it offers clarity without pressure and gives us a way to understand what your nervous system is asking for.

We take things slowly, focus on what feels possible, and create space for rest, regulation, and making sense of your experience. There’s no expectation to be “doing well” in order to start, however these sessions are not suitable for people in acute mental health crisis.