Autism Counselling in Wembley
It can take courage to cope day to day when there has been significant change or loss, or if emotional difficulties or dilemmas are preventing you from moving forward with your life. You might have existential questions about where your life is going, or be at a crossroads. Counselling can be like bringing along a suitcase full of your experiences, beliefs and coping strategies. We'll look through it together, re-organise it, maybe discard some baggage along the way. You'll aim to leave feeling you can be more authentic, and with more of a sense of purpose or direction.
It can take courage to cope day to day when there has been significant change or loss, or if emotional difficulties or dilemmas are preventing you from moving forward with your life. You might have existential questions about where your life is going, or be at a crossroads. Counselling can be like bringing along a suitcase full of your experiences, beliefs and coping strategies. We'll look through it together, re-organise it, maybe discard some baggage along the way. You'll aim to leave feeling you can be more authentic, and with more of a sense of purpose or direction.
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London. I have more than 30 years’ experience of working in the NHS as well as in independent practice. In my experience people seek therapy for many different reasons. They may be facing a predicament, be anxious, depressed or confused, or feel stuck in repeating patterns of thoughts and behaviour that have adverse effects on their lives. They may have relationship difficulties or questions about their sexuality; they may be finding it difficult to deal with the loss of a person, a position or an identity.
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London. I have more than 30 years’ experience of working in the NHS as well as in independent practice. In my experience people seek therapy for many different reasons. They may be facing a predicament, be anxious, depressed or confused, or feel stuck in repeating patterns of thoughts and behaviour that have adverse effects on their lives. They may have relationship difficulties or questions about their sexuality; they may be finding it difficult to deal with the loss of a person, a position or an identity.
I also have hands-on experience working with children and adults with autism and ADHD, and can help explore challenges you may face
Emotional connection, along with psychological and physical wellbeing, relies on being understood, listened to, heard, loved, valued, and respected. However, there are instances when you may find yourself caught in unhelpful work or personal relationships with no idea how to break free. It may feel like that your life is crumbling around you.You may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward, leaving you feeling confused, scared, anxious, or low. By working together in a safe and supportive space, you can delve into self-discovery, gain confidence and resilience, and strive for a positive change in your life.
I also have hands-on experience working with children and adults with autism and ADHD, and can help explore challenges you may face
Emotional connection, along with psychological and physical wellbeing, relies on being understood, listened to, heard, loved, valued, and respected. However, there are instances when you may find yourself caught in unhelpful work or personal relationships with no idea how to break free. It may feel like that your life is crumbling around you.You may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward, leaving you feeling confused, scared, anxious, or low. By working together in a safe and supportive space, you can delve into self-discovery, gain confidence and resilience, and strive for a positive change in your life.
I am a compassionate psychologist who believes that healing and growth begin in a space where people feel safe, understood, and respected. I work collaboratively with clients to help them make sense of their experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop skills that support meaningful change.
My approach is thoughtful and individualized, recognizing that no two people—or families—are the same. Whether supporting children, adolescents, adults, or couples, I focus on understanding the emotional patterns beneath current challenges and helping clients move forward with greater clarity and confidence. I value cultural sensiti
I am a compassionate psychologist who believes that healing and growth begin in a space where people feel safe, understood, and respected. I work collaboratively with clients to help them make sense of their experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop skills that support meaningful change.
My approach is thoughtful and individualized, recognizing that no two people—or families—are the same. Whether supporting children, adolescents, adults, or couples, I focus on understanding the emotional patterns beneath current challenges and helping clients move forward with greater clarity and confidence. I value cultural sensiti
I support individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including loneliness, workplace stress and conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, burnout, imposter syndrome, low self-confidence, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), career uncertainty, or navigating the workplace as a neurodivergent individual (ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism).
Have you been feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? like life is piling more on your shoulders than you can manage. You may be coping with loss, facing difficult decisions, navigating unexpected changes, or juggling multiple responsibilities across work, study, parenting, family, or relationships. Over time the weight of these demands can take a real toll on your emotional wellbeing. I offer compassionate and dedicated counselling in a safe, confidential space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.
I support individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including loneliness, workplace stress and conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, burnout, imposter syndrome, low self-confidence, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), career uncertainty, or navigating the workplace as a neurodivergent individual (ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism).
Have you been feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? like life is piling more on your shoulders than you can manage. You may be coping with loss, facing difficult decisions, navigating unexpected changes, or juggling multiple responsibilities across work, study, parenting, family, or relationships. Over time the weight of these demands can take a real toll on your emotional wellbeing. I offer compassionate and dedicated counselling in a safe, confidential space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.
I work with clients presenting with complex issues such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Autism, BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder), Bereavement, and Loss.
I’m a UKCP-Registered Neurodiverse Psychotherapist trained in Transactional Analysis which has its roots in Psychodynamic and Humanistic psychotherapy, and share similarities with Schema therapy. Transactional Analysis (TA) examines an individual's personality and how this has been shaped by experiences. This means I’m able to help clients understand the root of their issues and therefore make lasting changes.
I work with clients presenting with complex issues such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Autism, BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder), Bereavement, and Loss.
I’m a UKCP-Registered Neurodiverse Psychotherapist trained in Transactional Analysis which has its roots in Psychodynamic and Humanistic psychotherapy, and share similarities with Schema therapy. Transactional Analysis (TA) examines an individual's personality and how this has been shaped by experiences. This means I’m able to help clients understand the root of their issues and therefore make lasting changes.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming — whether it’s anxiety, low mood, family conflict, or the pain of loss. You may feel stuck in cycles of worry, struggling to cope, or disconnected in your relationships. I offer a warm and confidential space where you can be truly heard, without judgment. Together, we will work to restore balance, build resilience, and support you in creating a clearer path forward, one step at a time."
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming — whether it’s anxiety, low mood, family conflict, or the pain of loss. You may feel stuck in cycles of worry, struggling to cope, or disconnected in your relationships. I offer a warm and confidential space where you can be truly heard, without judgment. Together, we will work to restore balance, build resilience, and support you in creating a clearer path forward, one step at a time."
Everyone copes with difficult feelings and life situations in their own way. But there are times when we feel stuck or overwhelmed, and strategies that once helped no longer seem effective. This might follow the loss of a relationship, a life transition, or even being deeply affected by something that seems small or insignificant.
Everyone copes with difficult feelings and life situations in their own way. But there are times when we feel stuck or overwhelmed, and strategies that once helped no longer seem effective. This might follow the loss of a relationship, a life transition, or even being deeply affected by something that seems small or insignificant.
I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have experience working with people with a wide range of issues related to alcohol or drug use, withdrawal from activities or friends, low energy or problems sleeping, inability to concentrate, mood changes, sex drive, excessive anger or feeling sad and down. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts, experiences and problems. I work with adults (and couples), teenagers and children, offering face-to-face and online sessions.
I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have experience working with people with a wide range of issues related to alcohol or drug use, withdrawal from activities or friends, low energy or problems sleeping, inability to concentrate, mood changes, sex drive, excessive anger or feeling sad and down. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts, experiences and problems. I work with adults (and couples), teenagers and children, offering face-to-face and online sessions.
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I support people of all ages, genders, and disabilities, including neurodivergent children, young people, and adults experiencing overwhelm, anxiety, burnout, emotional regulation difficulties, or challenges with attention, communication, and daily functioning.
I provide neurodivergent-informed therapy, structured psychological assessments, and non-diagnostic autism and ADHD screening for children, young people, and adults. I also undertake independent Expert Witness psychological assessments and medico-legal reports, offering evidence-informed support, psychoeducation, and tailored practical strategies.
I support people of all ages, genders, and disabilities, including neurodivergent children, young people, and adults experiencing overwhelm, anxiety, burnout, emotional regulation difficulties, or challenges with attention, communication, and daily functioning.
I provide neurodivergent-informed therapy, structured psychological assessments, and non-diagnostic autism and ADHD screening for children, young people, and adults. I also undertake independent Expert Witness psychological assessments and medico-legal reports, offering evidence-informed support, psychoeducation, and tailored practical strategies.
I work with a broad range of clients having built up years of experience in working with clients from many different settings. I particularly support those who need to rebuild their lives after Trauma, Loss, Grief, relationship breakdown, and I have worked too with many facing Addiction, Work-related issues, and those who are unable to move forward in their lives and need time and support in finding their way forward. I am passionate about and committed to guiding you to find a way that is supportive for you and helps you turn towards making the changes in your life that have not been possible to do alone.
I work with a broad range of clients having built up years of experience in working with clients from many different settings. I particularly support those who need to rebuild their lives after Trauma, Loss, Grief, relationship breakdown, and I have worked too with many facing Addiction, Work-related issues, and those who are unable to move forward in their lives and need time and support in finding their way forward. I am passionate about and committed to guiding you to find a way that is supportive for you and helps you turn towards making the changes in your life that have not been possible to do alone.
My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
I completed a 12 month NHS placement and MSc in Psychological Therapy (CBT), qualifying in 2008, and then worked as a CBT Therapist. I'm a member of the BPS and BABCP. I'm experienced in delivering Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), mindfulness, and person-centred counselling.
My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
I completed a 12 month NHS placement and MSc in Psychological Therapy (CBT), qualifying in 2008, and then worked as a CBT Therapist. I'm a member of the BPS and BABCP. I'm experienced in delivering Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), mindfulness, and person-centred counselling.
I also support autistic individuals and their families in understanding neurodivergence and building skills to navigate everyday
Life’s hardest moments can leave you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I specialise in supporting adults through bereavement, infertility, and neurodivergence, creating a safe and supportive space where you can process what’s happening and begin to rebuild.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with learning difficulties,
I also support autistic individuals and their families in understanding neurodivergence and building skills to navigate everyday
Life’s hardest moments can leave you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I specialise in supporting adults through bereavement, infertility, and neurodivergence, creating a safe and supportive space where you can process what’s happening and begin to rebuild.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with learning difficulties,
In addition to therapy and supportive coaching, we provide NHS-commissioned Autism assessments and ADHD assessment/diagnosis.
We recognise that one perspective isn’t always the whole answer so we have a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who can also provide assessments for autism, attention deficit disorder, educational psychology and behavioural assessment and help for challenging or difficult behaviours. We also offer lower cost supportive psychological coaching support.
In addition to therapy and supportive coaching, we provide NHS-commissioned Autism assessments and ADHD assessment/diagnosis.
We recognise that one perspective isn’t always the whole answer so we have a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who can also provide assessments for autism, attention deficit disorder, educational psychology and behavioural assessment and help for challenging or difficult behaviours. We also offer lower cost supportive psychological coaching support.
Perhaps you are looking for help to find your bearings while going through a time of crisis and/or you who wish to examine your life more fully to address issues that have affected you over time. With the help of therapy, you can start understanding your inner world and thought patterns more clearly and remove the feelings of anxiety and worry from your mind. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy aims to go deep into your emotions, understanding how your early life has formed strategies that might contribute to unhelpful patterns in adulthood with the aim of gradually removing distress, helping you to live a fuller life.
Perhaps you are looking for help to find your bearings while going through a time of crisis and/or you who wish to examine your life more fully to address issues that have affected you over time. With the help of therapy, you can start understanding your inner world and thought patterns more clearly and remove the feelings of anxiety and worry from your mind. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy aims to go deep into your emotions, understanding how your early life has formed strategies that might contribute to unhelpful patterns in adulthood with the aim of gradually removing distress, helping you to live a fuller life.
I’m Vikki, a neurodivergent trauma-informed counsellor specialising in eating disorders, addiction and chronic pain.
Together, we can gently explore what’s going on for you and work towards meaningful, sustainable change at a pace that feels manageable. My approach is neuroaffirmative, compassionate, collaborative and tailored to your needs. I aim to offer a calm, welcoming and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
I’m Vikki, a neurodivergent trauma-informed counsellor specialising in eating disorders, addiction and chronic pain.
Together, we can gently explore what’s going on for you and work towards meaningful, sustainable change at a pace that feels manageable. My approach is neuroaffirmative, compassionate, collaborative and tailored to your needs. I aim to offer a calm, welcoming and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
Finding a therapist who truly understands the neurodivergent experience can be transformative.
My practice is deeply person-centered; I adapt my therapeutic style to meet your unique communication needs, sensory profile, and personal goals. Whether we are using creative play, traditional talk therapy, or practical problem-solving, the focus remains on what works best for you. Together, we will create a safe space where your voice is the priority.
Finding a therapist who truly understands the neurodivergent experience can be transformative.
My practice is deeply person-centered; I adapt my therapeutic style to meet your unique communication needs, sensory profile, and personal goals. Whether we are using creative play, traditional talk therapy, or practical problem-solving, the focus remains on what works best for you. Together, we will create a safe space where your voice is the priority.
I have also worked in schools with children who are struggling mentally or with suspected autism/adhd.
I am an integrative counsellor offering talking therapy focused on you and your needs. Sometimes this will mean providing a safe place to openly discuss your concerns and difficulties without judgement and sometimes this will be providing solutions and guidance around practical elements to help overcome your concerns and difficulties, depending on what best suits your needs. I work with adults and couples across a range of presenting issues.
I have also worked in schools with children who are struggling mentally or with suspected autism/adhd.
I am an integrative counsellor offering talking therapy focused on you and your needs. Sometimes this will mean providing a safe place to openly discuss your concerns and difficulties without judgement and sometimes this will be providing solutions and guidance around practical elements to help overcome your concerns and difficulties, depending on what best suits your needs. I work with adults and couples across a range of presenting issues.
In life’s journey we experience many ups and downs with issues we find difficult to cope with. To have someone there who’s warm, supportive and non judgemental can help to make that journey a little easier. To be heard and understood can aid in the process of understanding our inner feelings and emotions and help us to find successful ways of managing the difficulties that life throws at us. I can offer a safe and confidential place for you to share, explore and work through those difficulties which may be causing you distress.
In life’s journey we experience many ups and downs with issues we find difficult to cope with. To have someone there who’s warm, supportive and non judgemental can help to make that journey a little easier. To be heard and understood can aid in the process of understanding our inner feelings and emotions and help us to find successful ways of managing the difficulties that life throws at us. I can offer a safe and confidential place for you to share, explore and work through those difficulties which may be causing you distress.
Are you a parent worrying about your child or teenager's mental health? Are you a young person yourself who's struggling? I am a fully qualified, integrative counsellor working exclusively with young people aged 9-21 years. I have experience working with young people with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, self-harm, low self esteem, friendship issues, family conflicts, sexuality and gender identity. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, have full public indemnity insurance, an enhanced DBS and additional safeguarding training.
Are you a parent worrying about your child or teenager's mental health? Are you a young person yourself who's struggling? I am a fully qualified, integrative counsellor working exclusively with young people aged 9-21 years. I have experience working with young people with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, self-harm, low self esteem, friendship issues, family conflicts, sexuality and gender identity. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, have full public indemnity insurance, an enhanced DBS and additional safeguarding training.
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.