Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in Edgware
I have experience working with individuals of all ages and addressing a wide range of mental health issues. I deliver person-centered and evidence-based interventions to help patients gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The aim of my therapy is to promote personal growth and wisdom, empowering patients to explore their feelings and find joy in their lives.
I have experience working with individuals of all ages and addressing a wide range of mental health issues. I deliver person-centered and evidence-based interventions to help patients gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The aim of my therapy is to promote personal growth and wisdom, empowering patients to explore their feelings and find joy in their lives.
Therapy that meets you where you are, with warmth, curiosity, and respect.
I work with individuals, couples, families, and young people who are finding life a bit heavy, whether that’s anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, identity questions, or the sense of being overwhelmed by everyday demands. My approach is calm, collaborative, and centred on helping people feel understood, supported, and able to move at a pace that feels right for them.
A core part of my practice is neuroaffirming work and an appreciation for the ways culture, identity, and lived experience shape how we navigate the world.
Therapy that meets you where you are, with warmth, curiosity, and respect.
I work with individuals, couples, families, and young people who are finding life a bit heavy, whether that’s anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, identity questions, or the sense of being overwhelmed by everyday demands. My approach is calm, collaborative, and centred on helping people feel understood, supported, and able to move at a pace that feels right for them.
A core part of my practice is neuroaffirming work and an appreciation for the ways culture, identity, and lived experience shape how we navigate the world.
Do you feel stuck? Wish for more creativity and to use your full potential instead of feeling held back by your fears? I can support you to tap into your own creative flow and work through fears, negative thought patterns and feelings that might be keeping you stuck. We can learn and harvest the messages your patterns are ready to teach you together. Your difficulties do not have to be your way of life and they do not have to define you. You are worth so much more than your worries and I would love to join you in the journey towards resilience, looking after you and discovering who you really are and what you are capable of!
Do you feel stuck? Wish for more creativity and to use your full potential instead of feeling held back by your fears? I can support you to tap into your own creative flow and work through fears, negative thought patterns and feelings that might be keeping you stuck. We can learn and harvest the messages your patterns are ready to teach you together. Your difficulties do not have to be your way of life and they do not have to define you. You are worth so much more than your worries and I would love to join you in the journey towards resilience, looking after you and discovering who you really are and what you are capable of!
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
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I have over 10 years’ experience working with learning disabilities and autism, and I adapt my approach to ensure counselling is accessible, flexible and tailored to your individual needs.
I focus on understanding what it’s like to be you. When you feel safe, accepted and understood, growth and meaningful change become possible. I have particular experience supporting clients of colour and adults with learning disabilities and autism, as well as those navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low self‑esteem and general life challenges
I have over 10 years’ experience working with learning disabilities and autism, and I adapt my approach to ensure counselling is accessible, flexible and tailored to your individual needs.
I focus on understanding what it’s like to be you. When you feel safe, accepted and understood, growth and meaningful change become possible. I have particular experience supporting clients of colour and adults with learning disabilities and autism, as well as those navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low self‑esteem and general life challenges
Are you feeling completely exhausted from trying to navigate a world that was not built for your neurotype? Perhaps you are quietly carrying the invisible, heavy weight of past trauma, or trying to rebuild your sense of self after the confusion of narcissistic or domestic abuse. When you are caught in life’s storms, finding a genuinely safe place to land can feel impossible.
It would be a true privilege to walk alongside you, offering deep understanding, compassion, and a non-judgmental space tailored entirely at your pace.
I practice as an Integrative counsellor, which means I adapt my therapeutic approach to your unique needs.
Are you feeling completely exhausted from trying to navigate a world that was not built for your neurotype? Perhaps you are quietly carrying the invisible, heavy weight of past trauma, or trying to rebuild your sense of self after the confusion of narcissistic or domestic abuse. When you are caught in life’s storms, finding a genuinely safe place to land can feel impossible.
It would be a true privilege to walk alongside you, offering deep understanding, compassion, and a non-judgmental space tailored entirely at your pace.
I practice as an Integrative counsellor, which means I adapt my therapeutic approach to your unique needs.
I work as a Complex Trauma/Childhood Abuse & Relationship Therapist, supporting individuals/couples who are "stuck", experiencing issues of high anxiety; anger; stress and distress around a life events, especially if you have a learning disability or autism.
Despite your best efforts of trying to resolve these issues privately with medication or receive counselling elsewhere; this to some degree has been unsuccessful. There is nothing we cannot work through together, let's address them now and not make it more complicated than is necessary. Sessions are held on a fortnightly or monthly basis online or inperson.
I work as a Complex Trauma/Childhood Abuse & Relationship Therapist, supporting individuals/couples who are "stuck", experiencing issues of high anxiety; anger; stress and distress around a life events, especially if you have a learning disability or autism.
Despite your best efforts of trying to resolve these issues privately with medication or receive counselling elsewhere; this to some degree has been unsuccessful. There is nothing we cannot work through together, let's address them now and not make it more complicated than is necessary. Sessions are held on a fortnightly or monthly basis online or inperson.
Maybe you keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns — in relationships, at work, or in how you feel about yourself — and you're not sure why. Perhaps you're neurodivergent or highly sensitive, and the world often feels like too much. Or you've tried talking things through before, but something deeper still hasn't been reached. You don't need to have the words for it yet. That sense that something needs attention is enough of a place to start — and you're very welcome here.
Maybe you keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns — in relationships, at work, or in how you feel about yourself — and you're not sure why. Perhaps you're neurodivergent or highly sensitive, and the world often feels like too much. Or you've tried talking things through before, but something deeper still hasn't been reached. You don't need to have the words for it yet. That sense that something needs attention is enough of a place to start — and you're very welcome here.
LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with learning disorders such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.
LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with learning disorders such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.
I work with adults, couples, families and adolescents who may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress or burnout, bereavement, relationship or family difficulties, separation, low self-esteem or important life changes. Some clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure how to move forward. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to understand what is happening, explore emotions and patterns, and find healthier ways to cope and move forward.
I work with adults, couples, families and adolescents who may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress or burnout, bereavement, relationship or family difficulties, separation, low self-esteem or important life changes. Some clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure how to move forward. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to understand what is happening, explore emotions and patterns, and find healthier ways to cope and move forward.
Before becoming a therapist, I managed a supported living care home and worked as a support worker with both adults and youths with learning disabilities.
I am deeply committed to helping those who have experienced loss, specialising in bereavement and loss counselling. Over the years, I have devoted myself to assisting numerous clients in navigating the complex emotions associated with grief. My extensive experience in bereavement services has equipped me to provide effective support.
Before becoming a therapist, I managed a supported living care home and worked as a support worker with both adults and youths with learning disabilities.
I am deeply committed to helping those who have experienced loss, specialising in bereavement and loss counselling. Over the years, I have devoted myself to assisting numerous clients in navigating the complex emotions associated with grief. My extensive experience in bereavement services has equipped me to provide effective support.
Are you the parent of a neurodivergent child?
Are you navigating the EHCP process and feel overwhelmed?
Are you looking for support to help you raise your neurodivergent child with confidence?
Do you just need a space that's for you — to talk, to breathe, to be heard?
I'm Ruth — a former teacher turned psychotherapeutic counsellor, and mum to a neurodivergent child myself. I support teenagers in a specialist secondary school, and in private practice I work with parents navigating the reality, complexities and joys of raising neurodivergent children.
Are you the parent of a neurodivergent child?
Are you navigating the EHCP process and feel overwhelmed?
Are you looking for support to help you raise your neurodivergent child with confidence?
Do you just need a space that's for you — to talk, to breathe, to be heard?
I'm Ruth — a former teacher turned psychotherapeutic counsellor, and mum to a neurodivergent child myself. I support teenagers in a specialist secondary school, and in private practice I work with parents navigating the reality, complexities and joys of raising neurodivergent children.
Hello. I wonder what brings you here today, we all need help at times. Perhaps relationships are difficult and you might feel lonely, or work is stressful. Maybe you don’t feel good or are experiencing depression or anxiety or trauma. Are you looking to realise your potential? Or perhaps some other reason. My aim as a therapist is to help you to get from where you are now to where you would like to be. As a qualified and experienced therapist I can help, my skills can guide you, my focus will be on your unique experience of life. As a person I am warm, approachable and supportive, you will not be on your own.
Hello. I wonder what brings you here today, we all need help at times. Perhaps relationships are difficult and you might feel lonely, or work is stressful. Maybe you don’t feel good or are experiencing depression or anxiety or trauma. Are you looking to realise your potential? Or perhaps some other reason. My aim as a therapist is to help you to get from where you are now to where you would like to be. As a qualified and experienced therapist I can help, my skills can guide you, my focus will be on your unique experience of life. As a person I am warm, approachable and supportive, you will not be on your own.
I am very experience working with adults and teenagers with special needs/ learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism, Gender issues, LGBT+, disabilities & illness.
I am a caring, kind, compassionate and easy to talk to therapist. I work with you to support you in exploring your difficulties and goals. I will provide a safe, confidential environment. in-person or online, to talk about and work on any worries, issues or thoughts affecting you. The time we spend together will be responsive to and guided by you. I don't shy away from challenge in helping you explore and understand yourself, your thoughts and actions but do this always in a gentle, collaborative investigative way, helping you to challenge and understand yourself. Therapy will be directed towards your goals, aims and wishes.
I am very experience working with adults and teenagers with special needs/ learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism, Gender issues, LGBT+, disabilities & illness.
I am a caring, kind, compassionate and easy to talk to therapist. I work with you to support you in exploring your difficulties and goals. I will provide a safe, confidential environment. in-person or online, to talk about and work on any worries, issues or thoughts affecting you. The time we spend together will be responsive to and guided by you. I don't shy away from challenge in helping you explore and understand yourself, your thoughts and actions but do this always in a gentle, collaborative investigative way, helping you to challenge and understand yourself. Therapy will be directed towards your goals, aims and wishes.
Gemma Fisk
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families. I work with a range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and behavioural difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families. I work with a range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and behavioural difficulties.
Hello, I am Jo, a Compassionate and experienced counsellor working with Adults, children & young people. I have a strong background in education and supporting children and young people with additional needs. Proven ability to provide empathetic, client-focused therapy using person-centred, cognitive-behavioural, and mindfulness-based & creative approaches. Experienced in working therapeutically with individuals in agencies and both primary and secondary school settings, and also in private practice.
Hello, I am Jo, a Compassionate and experienced counsellor working with Adults, children & young people. I have a strong background in education and supporting children and young people with additional needs. Proven ability to provide empathetic, client-focused therapy using person-centred, cognitive-behavioural, and mindfulness-based & creative approaches. Experienced in working therapeutically with individuals in agencies and both primary and secondary school settings, and also in private practice.
Therapy creates a safe space for you to work through the challenges life can bring and help you to reach your full potential. If you choose to work with GQ psychotherapy we will identify problem areas - working collaboratively towards an agreed goal and course of psychotherapy. Our ethos and aim is to use evidence – based CBT treatment to support and take care of the individual with a human approach.
Therapy creates a safe space for you to work through the challenges life can bring and help you to reach your full potential. If you choose to work with GQ psychotherapy we will identify problem areas - working collaboratively towards an agreed goal and course of psychotherapy. Our ethos and aim is to use evidence – based CBT treatment to support and take care of the individual with a human approach.
Play-informed child and adolescent psychological therapy, including EMDR, alongside coaching, parent support and learning assessments, can help young people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low confidence, difficult experiences or learning challenges.
I am an Educational Psychologist specialising in play-informed therapy, including EMDR, alongside coaching, parent support and learning assessments. I help children and young people navigate anxiety, emotional distress and difficult experiences. My approach is relational, trauma-sensitive and tailored to each child’s developmental needs and strengths.
Play-informed child and adolescent psychological therapy, including EMDR, alongside coaching, parent support and learning assessments, can help young people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low confidence, difficult experiences or learning challenges.
I am an Educational Psychologist specialising in play-informed therapy, including EMDR, alongside coaching, parent support and learning assessments. I help children and young people navigate anxiety, emotional distress and difficult experiences. My approach is relational, trauma-sensitive and tailored to each child’s developmental needs and strengths.
If you feel completely overwhelmed by life’s complexities, I am here to help you find a structured, gentle path forward. I work closely with you if you are a healing individual seeking to process trauma, stress, anxiety (and more), a SEND parent navigating the journey of raising a neurodivergent or traumatised child or an exhausted professional battling chronic stress and burnout.
I also support families who urgently need ADHD and Autism pre-assessment screenings to bypass long waiting lists, secure immediate classroom support and fast-track official referrals. You don't have to face this alone!
If you feel completely overwhelmed by life’s complexities, I am here to help you find a structured, gentle path forward. I work closely with you if you are a healing individual seeking to process trauma, stress, anxiety (and more), a SEND parent navigating the journey of raising a neurodivergent or traumatised child or an exhausted professional battling chronic stress and burnout.
I also support families who urgently need ADHD and Autism pre-assessment screenings to bypass long waiting lists, secure immediate classroom support and fast-track official referrals. You don't have to face this alone!
I specialise in cognitive, learning and executive-functioning assessments, neurodiversity-informed assessment, EHCP and tribunal-related reports, and expert witness work.
I work with parents, adults, solicitors and organisations where a clear professional opinion is needed. This may include concerns about learning, attention, organisation, executive functioning, school anxiety, unmet SEND needs, study difficulties, workplace functioning, or the need for a detailed written report with practical recommendations
I specialise in cognitive, learning and executive-functioning assessments, neurodiversity-informed assessment, EHCP and tribunal-related reports, and expert witness work.
I work with parents, adults, solicitors and organisations where a clear professional opinion is needed. This may include concerns about learning, attention, organisation, executive functioning, school anxiety, unmet SEND needs, study difficulties, workplace functioning, or the need for a detailed written report with practical recommendations
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.