Autism Counselling in London Colney
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, affecting mental health, relationships and everyday wellbeing. But recovery is possible.
At The Trauma Recovery Space, Dr Claire Arnold and Dr Emma Morris, provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy for children, young people, couples, families and adults.
Our services align with NHS standards of care and are delivered by expert consultant clinical psychologists with over 20 years of experience
Healing from pain. Building resilience. Moving forward with strength.
We are based in London Colney, St. Albans, but also offer online services.
Easily accessible and free car parking.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, affecting mental health, relationships and everyday wellbeing. But recovery is possible.
At The Trauma Recovery Space, Dr Claire Arnold and Dr Emma Morris, provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy for children, young people, couples, families and adults.
Our services align with NHS standards of care and are delivered by expert consultant clinical psychologists with over 20 years of experience
Healing from pain. Building resilience. Moving forward with strength.
We are based in London Colney, St. Albans, but also offer online services.
Easily accessible and free car parking.
I specialize in supporting individuals with ADHD, ASD, and OCD who may experience anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, or struggle with connection.
I take an integrative approach under a pluralistic philosophy which means I fit the therapy to you, rather than trying to fit you into therapy. This approach naturally supports the individual attention neurodivergent individuals need. I am also familiar with those affected by Religious/Spiritual Abuse.
I specialize in supporting individuals with ADHD, ASD, and OCD who may experience anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, or struggle with connection.
I take an integrative approach under a pluralistic philosophy which means I fit the therapy to you, rather than trying to fit you into therapy. This approach naturally supports the individual attention neurodivergent individuals need. I am also familiar with those affected by Religious/Spiritual Abuse.
Hello, I’m Nazik, a warm, grounded, relational Neuro- affirming Counsellor offering a calm space where you can slow down, breath, and make sense of what’s happening in your inner world.
My approach is gentle, collaborative and human. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, seen, and met without judgement.
I support adults (18+) who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lost, or exhausted from trying to cope alone.
Hello, I’m Nazik, a warm, grounded, relational Neuro- affirming Counsellor offering a calm space where you can slow down, breath, and make sense of what’s happening in your inner world.
My approach is gentle, collaborative and human. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, seen, and met without judgement.
I support adults (18+) who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lost, or exhausted from trying to cope alone.
I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt counsellor; I am based in Eastleigh, where I see clients at my home. I believe you can only go as far as your counsellor has been. This lived experience means I don't just imagine what you have been through; I have worked through similar situations, which enriches the work we can do together. I see myself as a collective counsellor with further training in different types of counselling, including CBT, Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, TA and addiction counselling. I create a strong therapeutic relationship and use my knowledge to tailor the sessions to meet your needs.
I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt counsellor; I am based in Eastleigh, where I see clients at my home. I believe you can only go as far as your counsellor has been. This lived experience means I don't just imagine what you have been through; I have worked through similar situations, which enriches the work we can do together. I see myself as a collective counsellor with further training in different types of counselling, including CBT, Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, TA and addiction counselling. I create a strong therapeutic relationship and use my knowledge to tailor the sessions to meet your needs.
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I help late-discovered neurodivergent adults, especially those with ADHD and autism, stop people-pleasing and create lives that align with their needs and values.
Discovering you're neurodivergent, whether ADHD, autistic, or highly sensitive, can be life-changing. Suddenly, things click, but you need space to process and settle into this new self-understanding. I help you navigate these shifts, set boundaries that honour your needs, and step into a life that feels authentically yours.
I help late-discovered neurodivergent adults, especially those with ADHD and autism, stop people-pleasing and create lives that align with their needs and values.
Discovering you're neurodivergent, whether ADHD, autistic, or highly sensitive, can be life-changing. Suddenly, things click, but you need space to process and settle into this new self-understanding. I help you navigate these shifts, set boundaries that honour your needs, and step into a life that feels authentically yours.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist accredited by the British Association of Behaviour and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR, levels 1-3) and hypnosis.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist accredited by the British Association of Behaviour and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR, levels 1-3) and hypnosis.
Whether you are navigating a late ADHD/ Autism diagnosis, struggling with body image, or seeking support for your child or teenager, I am here to help you move from "just surviving" to feeling grounded.
I am psychotherapist, which means we look beneath the surface. For adults, this involves exploring how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. For children (ages 4-12), I use play-based therapy—including sand tray and art because children often show us what they cannot yet say. My practice is neuroaffirmative and sensory aware.
Whether you are navigating a late ADHD/ Autism diagnosis, struggling with body image, or seeking support for your child or teenager, I am here to help you move from "just surviving" to feeling grounded.
I am psychotherapist, which means we look beneath the surface. For adults, this involves exploring how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. For children (ages 4-12), I use play-based therapy—including sand tray and art because children often show us what they cannot yet say. My practice is neuroaffirmative and sensory aware.
I also specialise in working with patients and carers of those living with rare or chronic medical conditions, SEN, and Autism.
My approach is rooted in empathy, flexibility, and a deep respect for your unique experience. Drawing from a variety of therapeutic methods, I meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling, or seeking clarity amidst the chaos, I’ll work with you to build a personalised toolkit to help you move forward.
I also specialise in working with patients and carers of those living with rare or chronic medical conditions, SEN, and Autism.
My approach is rooted in empathy, flexibility, and a deep respect for your unique experience. Drawing from a variety of therapeutic methods, I meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling, or seeking clarity amidst the chaos, I’ll work with you to build a personalised toolkit to help you move forward.
My primary specialities are neuro-affirming ADHD & autism diagnostic assessments for all ages.
Clients who come to me can expect a psychologist who is empathic, open-minded, extensively and comprehensively trained, research based but not overly so, and motivated to be a therapeutic influence in their lives.
My primary specialities are neuro-affirming ADHD & autism diagnostic assessments for all ages.
Clients who come to me can expect a psychologist who is empathic, open-minded, extensively and comprehensively trained, research based but not overly so, and motivated to be a therapeutic influence in their lives.
The most important thing first: No matter what place you’re in - there is hope for change and for things to get better. You may be reading this feeling vulnerable, disempowered, dejected, fearing disappointment or simply too overwhelmed to know how you feel. I'll meet you wherever you are and with whatever you bring and we can walk through your confusion and distress together. I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of people with an equally diverse range of individual challenges. Spending time exploring your challenges can bring clarity, empower you to break with old patterns and help you find a positive way forward.
The most important thing first: No matter what place you’re in - there is hope for change and for things to get better. You may be reading this feeling vulnerable, disempowered, dejected, fearing disappointment or simply too overwhelmed to know how you feel. I'll meet you wherever you are and with whatever you bring and we can walk through your confusion and distress together. I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of people with an equally diverse range of individual challenges. Spending time exploring your challenges can bring clarity, empower you to break with old patterns and help you find a positive way forward.
I have over 10 years experience working with neurodivergent and neurotypical clients.
I have over 10 years’ experience working with individuals and couples, through the NHS, EAPs and privately; I worked and trained at Tavistock and Relate. My experience includes working with individuals and couples who present with relationships problems and/or sexual difficulties.
I have over 10 years experience working with neurodivergent and neurotypical clients.
I have over 10 years’ experience working with individuals and couples, through the NHS, EAPs and privately; I worked and trained at Tavistock and Relate. My experience includes working with individuals and couples who present with relationships problems and/or sexual difficulties.
I work with clients are facing anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood, perfectionism, or low self-esteem — often during a life transition or a relationship pattern that keeps repeating. Many aren’t in crisis; they simply want to understand themselves better and stop feeling stuck.
I work through telephone and online counselling, using an integrative approach (person-centred, humanistic, mindfulness-based, CBT-informed). I often use everyday metaphors to help make sense of complex emotions. My role isn’t to decide who you should become — it’s to help you see your own patterns clearly enough to make different choices.
I work with clients are facing anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood, perfectionism, or low self-esteem — often during a life transition or a relationship pattern that keeps repeating. Many aren’t in crisis; they simply want to understand themselves better and stop feeling stuck.
I work through telephone and online counselling, using an integrative approach (person-centred, humanistic, mindfulness-based, CBT-informed). I often use everyday metaphors to help make sense of complex emotions. My role isn’t to decide who you should become — it’s to help you see your own patterns clearly enough to make different choices.
I offer a culturally sensitive, kink-aware practice welcoming all faiths, identities and relationship styles (LGBTQ+, ENM & neurodivergent).
Struggling with intimacy, sexual difficulties or communication? Sex and relationships have a rhythm that shifts through different life seasons, making it easy to feel out of sync. I provide therapy for individuals and couples to help navigate complex dynamics and reclaim their connection.
Whether you face a loss of desire, painful sex, erectile difficulties, sexual trauma, anxiety around intimacy or communication loops that end in conflict, I offer an uncensored space to talk. Together, we reflect on where you are and co-construct a shared story that leads to a fulfilling sexual life—finding a path that feels authentic to you.
I offer a culturally sensitive, kink-aware practice welcoming all faiths, identities and relationship styles (LGBTQ+, ENM & neurodivergent).
Struggling with intimacy, sexual difficulties or communication? Sex and relationships have a rhythm that shifts through different life seasons, making it easy to feel out of sync. I provide therapy for individuals and couples to help navigate complex dynamics and reclaim their connection.
Whether you face a loss of desire, painful sex, erectile difficulties, sexual trauma, anxiety around intimacy or communication loops that end in conflict, I offer an uncensored space to talk. Together, we reflect on where you are and co-construct a shared story that leads to a fulfilling sexual life—finding a path that feels authentic to you.
I help clients develop coping strategies for anxiety, ADHD and autism using a neurodiversity-affirming approach.
Online counselling across the UK for adults and young people aged 11+, with face-to-face therapy and play therapy available in Girvan, South Ayrshire.
Kim McAllister is a fully accredited psychotherapist offering compassionate, person-centred therapy for children, young people, and adults. Based in rural Scotland, she draws on experience in private practice, schools, and charities. Kim specialises in neurodivergence, anxiety, and life transitions including menopause. Awarded Child Counsellor of the Year, she uses talking and play therapies to create a warm, inclusive space where clients feel heard and supported.
I help clients develop coping strategies for anxiety, ADHD and autism using a neurodiversity-affirming approach.
Online counselling across the UK for adults and young people aged 11+, with face-to-face therapy and play therapy available in Girvan, South Ayrshire.
Kim McAllister is a fully accredited psychotherapist offering compassionate, person-centred therapy for children, young people, and adults. Based in rural Scotland, she draws on experience in private practice, schools, and charities. Kim specialises in neurodivergence, anxiety, and life transitions including menopause. Awarded Child Counsellor of the Year, she uses talking and play therapies to create a warm, inclusive space where clients feel heard and supported.
Or perhaps you suspect your loved one has a condition like Autism or ADHD- maybe they were recently diagnosed.
I specialise in helping parents and neurodivergent people understand the function of challenging behaviour. I use tried and tested strategies, adapted especially for people who are "different" to help neurodivergent people reduce behaviours that challenge. My approach is gentle and nurturing and prioritises the attachment bond.
Or perhaps you suspect your loved one has a condition like Autism or ADHD- maybe they were recently diagnosed.
I specialise in helping parents and neurodivergent people understand the function of challenging behaviour. I use tried and tested strategies, adapted especially for people who are "different" to help neurodivergent people reduce behaviours that challenge. My approach is gentle and nurturing and prioritises the attachment bond.
As well as being a qualified therapist, I am an Autism and ADHD mentor and coach with lived experience of Autism, dedicated to helping neurodivergent individuals thrive—on their own terms.
Together, we identify what works for your brain—developing tools for focus, emotional regulation, boundaries, and energy management without trying to “fix” who you are.
My work is grounded in neurodiversity affirming principles, compassion, and real-world strategies.
As well as being a qualified therapist, I am an Autism and ADHD mentor and coach with lived experience of Autism, dedicated to helping neurodivergent individuals thrive—on their own terms.
Together, we identify what works for your brain—developing tools for focus, emotional regulation, boundaries, and energy management without trying to “fix” who you are.
My work is grounded in neurodiversity affirming principles, compassion, and real-world strategies.
Perhaps you are a neurodivergent young adult or a woman who received a later-in-life autism or ADHD diagnosis and is now trying to make sense of years of masking, people-pleasing, anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt.
I offer a supportive, neurodivergent-affirming space where you can explore your experiences without judgment or pressure to “fit in.” Together, we can work towards understanding your patterns with compassion, building healthier boundaries, improving emotional regulation, reducing anxiety, and helping you reconnect with your authentic self.
Perhaps you are a neurodivergent young adult or a woman who received a later-in-life autism or ADHD diagnosis and is now trying to make sense of years of masking, people-pleasing, anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt.
I offer a supportive, neurodivergent-affirming space where you can explore your experiences without judgment or pressure to “fit in.” Together, we can work towards understanding your patterns with compassion, building healthier boundaries, improving emotional regulation, reducing anxiety, and helping you reconnect with your authentic self.
I've been qualified since 2008, treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD.
I am trained to use a number of therapies and I integrate these with my training as a psychologist to develop a psychological understanding (a formulation) which I test and adjust with my patient. I use a number of approaches CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, systemic, I-CBT, metacognitive and behavioural approaches with a professional, but an informal and relaxed manner.
I've been qualified since 2008, treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD.
I am trained to use a number of therapies and I integrate these with my training as a psychologist to develop a psychological understanding (a formulation) which I test and adjust with my patient. I use a number of approaches CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, systemic, I-CBT, metacognitive and behavioural approaches with a professional, but an informal and relaxed manner.
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I work with neurodivergent adults (ADHD, autism and AuDHD, diagnosed or exploring), and those navigating questions about identity, relationships, or sexuality.
I’m Saida (she/her), a neurodivergent sex-positive counsellor offering online therapy for adults who want to explore their identity, emotions, experiences and relationships without shame. With broad training and robust experience in mental health field, I bring a compassionate, grounded, and flexible approach, tailored to the individual needs.
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I work with neurodivergent adults (ADHD, autism and AuDHD, diagnosed or exploring), and those navigating questions about identity, relationships, or sexuality.
I’m Saida (she/her), a neurodivergent sex-positive counsellor offering online therapy for adults who want to explore their identity, emotions, experiences and relationships without shame. With broad training and robust experience in mental health field, I bring a compassionate, grounded, and flexible approach, tailored to the individual needs.
As Clinical Director, I lead a practice providing psychological therapy, ADHD coaching, ADHD and autism assessments for children and adults, and family and couples therapy.
I have extensive experience treating OCD, including POCD, SO-OCD, ROCD, scrupulosity, false memory, real event and sensorimotor OCD. I specialise in RF-ERP, while Ark Psychology also provides traditional ERP, tailoring treatment to individual needs. We also offer ADHD coaching and comprehensive ADHD and autism assessments for children and adults.
As Clinical Director, I lead a practice providing psychological therapy, ADHD coaching, ADHD and autism assessments for children and adults, and family and couples therapy.
I have extensive experience treating OCD, including POCD, SO-OCD, ROCD, scrupulosity, false memory, real event and sensorimotor OCD. I specialise in RF-ERP, while Ark Psychology also provides traditional ERP, tailoring treatment to individual needs. We also offer ADHD coaching and comprehensive ADHD and autism assessments for children and adults.
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Autism Counsellors
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.