Autism Counselling in Leeds
If you or your partner are neurodivergent I can help you find collaborative ways of communicating together.
I am a down to earth Yorkshire women who is also a Wife and Mum. I have a rich tapestry of lived experience and theory at my disposal. I've always felt safe and protected whilst walking through woods. I aim to offer the same feeling of safety and protection as we take this journey together and I walk alongside you whilst you go on a journey of discovery.
If you or your partner are neurodivergent I can help you find collaborative ways of communicating together.
I am a down to earth Yorkshire women who is also a Wife and Mum. I have a rich tapestry of lived experience and theory at my disposal. I've always felt safe and protected whilst walking through woods. I aim to offer the same feeling of safety and protection as we take this journey together and I walk alongside you whilst you go on a journey of discovery.
I offer an online confidential, caring counselling service for individuals to help you work through emotional issues such as bereavement, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and past experiences that are impacting you in the present. Or you may be feeling unhappy, stuck or struggling to cope with everyday life. I have a special interest in counselling & coaching for neurodiverse individuals and provide additional insight & empathy through my own lived experience of neurodiversity. I also have considerable experience of working with both cancer patients & their supporters to manage their trauma & stress.
I offer an online confidential, caring counselling service for individuals to help you work through emotional issues such as bereavement, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress and past experiences that are impacting you in the present. Or you may be feeling unhappy, stuck or struggling to cope with everyday life. I have a special interest in counselling & coaching for neurodiverse individuals and provide additional insight & empathy through my own lived experience of neurodiversity. I also have considerable experience of working with both cancer patients & their supporters to manage their trauma & stress.
I also work with young adults and neurodivergent adults.
Every young person is unique, so I tailor my approach to suit their needs. I integrate creative methods like art and play therapy alongside traditional talking therapy. As a neurodivergent therapist, I adapt my work to support neurodivergent clients effectively. I also have specialist training in eating disorders and self-harm.
I also work with young adults and neurodivergent adults.
Every young person is unique, so I tailor my approach to suit their needs. I integrate creative methods like art and play therapy alongside traditional talking therapy. As a neurodivergent therapist, I adapt my work to support neurodivergent clients effectively. I also have specialist training in eating disorders and self-harm.
Whether you're neurodivergent, holding onto trauma, or experiencing 'othering', you are safe here.
I’m Irfan, an AuDHD therapist, and I understand this from both a personal and professional perspective. I know the pain of trying to fit into systems that weren’t built for your brain, and the toll it can take on your sense of self. My aim is to help you feel more like yourself again: calmer, more grounded, and more connected to who you truly are unmasked.
Whether you're neurodivergent, holding onto trauma, or experiencing 'othering', you are safe here.
I’m Irfan, an AuDHD therapist, and I understand this from both a personal and professional perspective. I know the pain of trying to fit into systems that weren’t built for your brain, and the toll it can take on your sense of self. My aim is to help you feel more like yourself again: calmer, more grounded, and more connected to who you truly are unmasked.
Both my professional and personal life experience places me to work well with autistic people.
I believe every person deserves to be met where they are and at their own pace.
Each person has their own story and challenges unique to them and I look to provide an open, safe space to bring these to. This shapes how I work with people.
I support people to identify their strengths and find their voice so that they can identify their own answers.
Both my professional and personal life experience places me to work well with autistic people.
I believe every person deserves to be met where they are and at their own pace.
Each person has their own story and challenges unique to them and I look to provide an open, safe space to bring these to. This shapes how I work with people.
I support people to identify their strengths and find their voice so that they can identify their own answers.
Autism and ADHD Counselling Specialist.
I adapt my approach and pace to the needs of the person I am working with, providing a safe, calm, and non-judgmental space where the client can explore their concerns and feel truly understood. This balance helps to facilitate psychological growth and provides a platform on which clients can work towards positive change.
Autism and ADHD Counselling Specialist.
I adapt my approach and pace to the needs of the person I am working with, providing a safe, calm, and non-judgmental space where the client can explore their concerns and feel truly understood. This balance helps to facilitate psychological growth and provides a platform on which clients can work towards positive change.
I work with parents and families of autistic children, autistic adults and those struggling with daily life.
Highly specialised young persons Therapist, specialising in school refusal, trauma and neurodiversity.
I’m a qualified Psychotherapists based in Leeds, offering in-person and online sessions. I also offer AAT (animal-assisted therapy) within my work.
I provide a safe, supportive space to talk about anxiety, depression, trauma and the complex weave of difficulties faced by young people.
I work creatively and adapt my approach around the needs of the person and tailor sessions to what you need as an individual.
I work with parents and families of autistic children, autistic adults and those struggling with daily life.
Highly specialised young persons Therapist, specialising in school refusal, trauma and neurodiversity.
I’m a qualified Psychotherapists based in Leeds, offering in-person and online sessions. I also offer AAT (animal-assisted therapy) within my work.
I provide a safe, supportive space to talk about anxiety, depression, trauma and the complex weave of difficulties faced by young people.
I work creatively and adapt my approach around the needs of the person and tailor sessions to what you need as an individual.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/DBT therapy specifically adapted to Autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD.
My name is Eve Ahmed I am an owner and Lead Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (BABCP accredited) at Fenix CBT LTD. I utilise my skills and extensive experience to help my clients reach their personal targets and clinical recovery. I am very passionate about the work I do and I love helping people reach their goals. I have thirteen years of experience working in mental health in public and charity sector with adults and children. I completed BSc undergraduate degree in Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and Level 3 Diploma in DBT and I also have (amongst many others) EMDR, ACT and Compassionate Mind training.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/DBT therapy specifically adapted to Autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD.
My name is Eve Ahmed I am an owner and Lead Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (BABCP accredited) at Fenix CBT LTD. I utilise my skills and extensive experience to help my clients reach their personal targets and clinical recovery. I am very passionate about the work I do and I love helping people reach their goals. I have thirteen years of experience working in mental health in public and charity sector with adults and children. I completed BSc undergraduate degree in Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and Level 3 Diploma in DBT and I also have (amongst many others) EMDR, ACT and Compassionate Mind training.
I'm a clinical psychologist offering compassionate, individualised, and non-judgmental therapy. I will help you to make sense of your difficulties and learn new ways of coping to help you to move forward.
I specialise in working with adults who have experienced trauma using compassionate approaches and EMDR.
I also specialise in neurodivergence, acknowledging the unique strengths and challenges, as well as providing support on the journey of diagnosis, self-acceptance, and managing any mental health comorbid difficulties.
I also specialise in anxiety, OCD, and addictions.
I'm a clinical psychologist offering compassionate, individualised, and non-judgmental therapy. I will help you to make sense of your difficulties and learn new ways of coping to help you to move forward.
I specialise in working with adults who have experienced trauma using compassionate approaches and EMDR.
I also specialise in neurodivergence, acknowledging the unique strengths and challenges, as well as providing support on the journey of diagnosis, self-acceptance, and managing any mental health comorbid difficulties.
I also specialise in anxiety, OCD, and addictions.
Whether you grew up knowing you were autistic/ADHD or realised later in adulthood, it can have an influence on your ability to connect, express emotions & to let go of neurotypical (NT) standards & thrive as a neurodivergent (ND) adult.
I meet clients where they are & empower them to go where they want to be. I work with clients to help them explore their feelings & become emotionally stronger. Explore their identity & what it means to be ND for them. Supporting them to cope with their challenges & to embrace themselves. Supporting others to explore, strengthen & improve relationships.
Whether you grew up knowing you were autistic/ADHD or realised later in adulthood, it can have an influence on your ability to connect, express emotions & to let go of neurotypical (NT) standards & thrive as a neurodivergent (ND) adult.
I meet clients where they are & empower them to go where they want to be. I work with clients to help them explore their feelings & become emotionally stronger. Explore their identity & what it means to be ND for them. Supporting them to cope with their challenges & to embrace themselves. Supporting others to explore, strengthen & improve relationships.
Welcome! We're a specialist child, adolescent and adult psychotherapy service, working from a cosy practice in North Leeds.
We offer: Creative psychotherapy to children, teens and young adults; Attachment psychotherapy to parents and children together; Trauma-focussed psychotherapy - including EMDR - to children and adults
Our unique approach integrates somatic and creative therapies with a rich understanding of child and adult personality development. With us, you’ll find a service that really understands development, the impact of traumatic stress on the body and the importance of attachment relationships across the lifespan.
Welcome! We're a specialist child, adolescent and adult psychotherapy service, working from a cosy practice in North Leeds.
We offer: Creative psychotherapy to children, teens and young adults; Attachment psychotherapy to parents and children together; Trauma-focussed psychotherapy - including EMDR - to children and adults
Our unique approach integrates somatic and creative therapies with a rich understanding of child and adult personality development. With us, you’ll find a service that really understands development, the impact of traumatic stress on the body and the importance of attachment relationships across the lifespan.
I appreciate that people might be coming to therapy with different preconceptions, goals, past experiences, and/or worries. As starting therapy takes a lot of courage, it is important we go at your pace. As such, our first session together will focus on: Getting to know each other to make sure I am the right fit for you, and exploring the difficulties you would like support with. We might also start to develop your goals and think about the type of therapy best suited to meet these. covering other important aspects such as confidentiality, session length, and timings so we know what to expect from each other.
I appreciate that people might be coming to therapy with different preconceptions, goals, past experiences, and/or worries. As starting therapy takes a lot of courage, it is important we go at your pace. As such, our first session together will focus on: Getting to know each other to make sure I am the right fit for you, and exploring the difficulties you would like support with. We might also start to develop your goals and think about the type of therapy best suited to meet these. covering other important aspects such as confidentiality, session length, and timings so we know what to expect from each other.
I'm an Autism and ADHD affirming practitioner.
I tailor my approach to your child’s unique needs, whether through play therapy with sand trays, miniatures, creative media, games, or talking therapies. Everything is adapted to be developmentally appropriate and meets you where you are, ensuring it’s a comfortable and effective fit for your child.
I'm an Autism and ADHD affirming practitioner.
I tailor my approach to your child’s unique needs, whether through play therapy with sand trays, miniatures, creative media, games, or talking therapies. Everything is adapted to be developmentally appropriate and meets you where you are, ensuring it’s a comfortable and effective fit for your child.
Combined with impacts of neurodivergence ( ASD, ADHD, specific learning difficulties...), depression, addictions, loss and bereavement.
I am Anya, an experienced therapist and NHS practitioner, with 20+ year background in neuropsychology. I expertly analyse and structure therapy around your individual experiences. My Trauma-informed practice incorporates evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP, DBT and Transactional Analysis, underpinned by psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim to grow self-awareness. Offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
Combined with impacts of neurodivergence ( ASD, ADHD, specific learning difficulties...), depression, addictions, loss and bereavement.
I am Anya, an experienced therapist and NHS practitioner, with 20+ year background in neuropsychology. I expertly analyse and structure therapy around your individual experiences. My Trauma-informed practice incorporates evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, CBT, ERP, DBT and Transactional Analysis, underpinned by psychoeducation. Client-Centred approach is central to my therapeutic aim to grow self-awareness. Offering clients a proactive involvement in their therapeutic process. My private practice is based in Derbyshire and virtually on Zoom, where I have been supporting clients from across the UK, Europe and further afield.
I am an HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist dedicated to serving adults who have been diagnosed or believe they might have Autism and/or ADHD.
I have experience using CBT, CFT, ACT, TF-ACT, EFT & ADHD Coaching. My expertise acknowledges challenges neurodivergent individuals may encounter including: anxiety, social anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing, addiction, anger management, autistic burnout, OCD, low self esteem, suicidal ideation, eating disorders, trauma.
I am an HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist dedicated to serving adults who have been diagnosed or believe they might have Autism and/or ADHD.
I have experience using CBT, CFT, ACT, TF-ACT, EFT & ADHD Coaching. My expertise acknowledges challenges neurodivergent individuals may encounter including: anxiety, social anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing, addiction, anger management, autistic burnout, OCD, low self esteem, suicidal ideation, eating disorders, trauma.
For instance, you may be:
• Feeling burned out, fatigued, or emotionally drained
• Struggling with self-esteem or feeling “not good enough”
Worried about being a burden to others
• Feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood
• Coping with loss, change, or uncertainty
• Feeling overwhelmed by a world that doesn’t suit the neurodivergent brain?
My experience has given me specific interests in working with those struggling with the following specific areas:
Specific areas of focus:
• Neurodiversity ( Autism, ADHD, and related experiences)
• Chronic illness and fatigue (Long Covid, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia)
• Chronic pain, migraines, and headaches
• Anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement
For instance, you may be:
• Feeling burned out, fatigued, or emotionally drained
• Struggling with self-esteem or feeling “not good enough”
Worried about being a burden to others
• Feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood
• Coping with loss, change, or uncertainty
• Feeling overwhelmed by a world that doesn’t suit the neurodivergent brain?
My experience has given me specific interests in working with those struggling with the following specific areas:
Specific areas of focus:
• Neurodiversity ( Autism, ADHD, and related experiences)
• Chronic illness and fatigue (Long Covid, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia)
• Chronic pain, migraines, and headaches
• Anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement
My clients are often neurodivergent, whether they are diagnosed or they identify with neurodivergent traits, however all walks of life are welcome in my practice.
I offer an integrative approach, drawing upon different therapeutic modalities to tailor therapy to your needs. I work collaboratively, recognising that you are the expert in your own experiences. Working together, we can build a therapeutic relationship that provides a safe space to explore, understand and work towards meaningful change.
My clients are often neurodivergent, whether they are diagnosed or they identify with neurodivergent traits, however all walks of life are welcome in my practice.
I offer an integrative approach, drawing upon different therapeutic modalities to tailor therapy to your needs. I work collaboratively, recognising that you are the expert in your own experiences. Working together, we can build a therapeutic relationship that provides a safe space to explore, understand and work towards meaningful change.
Our ideal clients are families who feel overwhelmed by challenging behaviours, limited communication, or uncertainty about how to support their autistic child.
We specialise in supporting autistic children and their families through evidence-based ABA. We create personalised, compassionate programmes that build communication, independence, and confidence. Our goal is to help your child thrive while supporting you every step of the way.
Our ideal clients are families who feel overwhelmed by challenging behaviours, limited communication, or uncertainty about how to support their autistic child.
We specialise in supporting autistic children and their families through evidence-based ABA. We create personalised, compassionate programmes that build communication, independence, and confidence. Our goal is to help your child thrive while supporting you every step of the way.
Being neurodivergent myself, I've been drawn to work with autism, ADHD and other neurotypes, as well as with the gender/sexuality/relationship diverse (polyamory/non-monogamy), kinky, and sex worker communities.
I believe that every person has the inner wisdom and potential to create a fulfilling life for themselves. However, at some point, most of us will find that we need external perspective and a space to explore issues that might make us feel stuck or hopeless.
To me, counselling is a collaborative and creative relational process, and my role within it is to help people find their own personal power and joy, no matter their circumstances.
I'm an energetic practitioner who will laugh and get excited with you, but also respect your rhythm and create space for grief, pain and stuckness, for as long as it's needed.
Being neurodivergent myself, I've been drawn to work with autism, ADHD and other neurotypes, as well as with the gender/sexuality/relationship diverse (polyamory/non-monogamy), kinky, and sex worker communities.
I believe that every person has the inner wisdom and potential to create a fulfilling life for themselves. However, at some point, most of us will find that we need external perspective and a space to explore issues that might make us feel stuck or hopeless.
To me, counselling is a collaborative and creative relational process, and my role within it is to help people find their own personal power and joy, no matter their circumstances.
I'm an energetic practitioner who will laugh and get excited with you, but also respect your rhythm and create space for grief, pain and stuckness, for as long as it's needed.
I work with neurodivergent individuals and those who feel they don't quite fit in.
I offer neurodiversity-affirming in-person, online and live text therapy across the UK, specialising in anxiety, overwhelm, and the impact of masking. I combine psychotherapy and hypnotherapy to help you understand how your mind works, process experiences, and build practical coping strategies so you can feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I work with neurodivergent individuals and those who feel they don't quite fit in.
I offer neurodiversity-affirming in-person, online and live text therapy across the UK, specialising in anxiety, overwhelm, and the impact of masking. I combine psychotherapy and hypnotherapy to help you understand how your mind works, process experiences, and build practical coping strategies so you can feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
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What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.