Autism Counselling in Wimborne Minster
Trying to work out the way forward in the world is hard, especially if you're young, have difficult family circumstances, have trouble with school and peers. Parents too have worries about their children and young people, they want the best but sometimes need a non judgemental, empathetic person to work through issues and challenges of modern life. I also work with adults struggling to make their way through the world, perhaps having issues rooted in childhood, or perhaps you need somewhere to explore your life stories find ways of relating to one another. A place to build resilience and self-esteem can be found in Unlocked Therapy.
Trying to work out the way forward in the world is hard, especially if you're young, have difficult family circumstances, have trouble with school and peers. Parents too have worries about their children and young people, they want the best but sometimes need a non judgemental, empathetic person to work through issues and challenges of modern life. I also work with adults struggling to make their way through the world, perhaps having issues rooted in childhood, or perhaps you need somewhere to explore your life stories find ways of relating to one another. A place to build resilience and self-esteem can be found in Unlocked Therapy.
My approach is simple: be honest, be real, and create a space where you can relax enough to explore what’s going on for you. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, I'm here to meet you exactly where you're at.
Some of my specialised interests include: addiction, LGBTQIA+ support, and male and non-binary survivors of abuse.
My approach is simple: be honest, be real, and create a space where you can relax enough to explore what’s going on for you. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, I'm here to meet you exactly where you're at.
Some of my specialised interests include: addiction, LGBTQIA+ support, and male and non-binary survivors of abuse.
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Coming to know our neurodivergent identity can cause ripples that spread out through all areas of our live, as we begin to understand how it has always impacted on the way we move through the world.
I support you to increase your of understanding of your individual neurodivergent identity and how it impacts on all areas of your life. By integrating the different aspects of your own identity and learning to attend to your individual needs with kindness and compassion you can learn to navigate the waves and ripples you are experiencing.
Coming to know our neurodivergent identity can cause ripples that spread out through all areas of our live, as we begin to understand how it has always impacted on the way we move through the world.
I support you to increase your of understanding of your individual neurodivergent identity and how it impacts on all areas of your life. By integrating the different aspects of your own identity and learning to attend to your individual needs with kindness and compassion you can learn to navigate the waves and ripples you are experiencing.
I’m a BACP Registered and Autism-Informed Counsellor based out of Bournemouth, Dorset.
I’m an Autism-Informed counsellor with lived experience & specialist training in working with neurodivergent clients. Autism & ADHD are key areas of my ongoing training & I work in a Neurodivergent Affirming way. I can support with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, meltdowns, shutdown, burnout & more.
I’m a BACP Registered and Autism-Informed Counsellor based out of Bournemouth, Dorset.
I’m an Autism-Informed counsellor with lived experience & specialist training in working with neurodivergent clients. Autism & ADHD are key areas of my ongoing training & I work in a Neurodivergent Affirming way. I can support with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, meltdowns, shutdown, burnout & more.
Through my work with many neurodiverse adults and children I have further developed my understanding of issues which may impact clients with autism or ADHD.
I am a BACP registered therapist who offers counselling to children (8+yrs), young people and adults. As an integrative therapist I draw on several different approaches to best address individual needs, working in a flexible and collaborative way. I have extensive experience of working with neurodiverse clients, offering a calm, safe, non judgmental space. Areas I can support with include: difficulties with mood, emotions, frequent distress or excessive worry; relationships and family problems; friendships, social difficulties, and bullying; challenges of masking; rigid thinking; and negative self belief.
Through my work with many neurodiverse adults and children I have further developed my understanding of issues which may impact clients with autism or ADHD.
I am a BACP registered therapist who offers counselling to children (8+yrs), young people and adults. As an integrative therapist I draw on several different approaches to best address individual needs, working in a flexible and collaborative way. I have extensive experience of working with neurodiverse clients, offering a calm, safe, non judgmental space. Areas I can support with include: difficulties with mood, emotions, frequent distress or excessive worry; relationships and family problems; friendships, social difficulties, and bullying; challenges of masking; rigid thinking; and negative self belief.
I am also an Autism Ambassador, with vast experience in counselling people with Autism and ADHD.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
I am also an Autism Ambassador, with vast experience in counselling people with Autism and ADHD.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
Are you autistic or wondering if you might be?
Perhaps you want to explore your own experience or want your child to be happy, confident and successful. You want someone to help you with effective and proven strategies that work. I have many years experience of working with autistic adults, young people and their families and I can also help you.
Are you autistic or wondering if you might be?
Perhaps you want to explore your own experience or want your child to be happy, confident and successful. You want someone to help you with effective and proven strategies that work. I have many years experience of working with autistic adults, young people and their families and I can also help you.
I work with adults & young people (aged 11+) using past & present experiences combined with professional skills & understanding to support people with ASD/ autism, ADHD/ADD, addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, work/home/school transitions & trauma.
Are you in a position whereby your struggles or concerns are impacting on your day to day life? Then now could be a good time to seek some support. Often many difficulties overlap and counselling can help bring a sense of clarity by allowing you time to process, understanding, work through difficulties and overcome barriers, to live a more fulfilling life. You may be neuro-curious or have a diagnosis or traits that you want to understand and to learn about your strengths and feel empowered. You may want support with past trauma or help to work through the impact of a loved ones behaviour due to neurodivergence, addiction or trauma.
I work with adults & young people (aged 11+) using past & present experiences combined with professional skills & understanding to support people with ASD/ autism, ADHD/ADD, addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, work/home/school transitions & trauma.
Are you in a position whereby your struggles or concerns are impacting on your day to day life? Then now could be a good time to seek some support. Often many difficulties overlap and counselling can help bring a sense of clarity by allowing you time to process, understanding, work through difficulties and overcome barriers, to live a more fulfilling life. You may be neuro-curious or have a diagnosis or traits that you want to understand and to learn about your strengths and feel empowered. You may want support with past trauma or help to work through the impact of a loved ones behaviour due to neurodivergence, addiction or trauma.
Our clinicians and support team are here to help you through; whether you want an assessment/diagnosis for autism, ADHD, family support, psychological therapy or supportive psychological coaching (SPC) we can help - and if we can't we'll do our utmost to help you find someone who can.
Our expert multi-disciplinary team (child and adult Clinical and Educational psychology, Functional Behavioural Psychology, Speech Therapy) work together to provide therapy and assessments/diagnosis for children and adults; attention deficit disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum conditions (ASC) and cognitive assessments.
Our clinicians and support team are here to help you through; whether you want an assessment/diagnosis for autism, ADHD, family support, psychological therapy or supportive psychological coaching (SPC) we can help - and if we can't we'll do our utmost to help you find someone who can.
Our expert multi-disciplinary team (child and adult Clinical and Educational psychology, Functional Behavioural Psychology, Speech Therapy) work together to provide therapy and assessments/diagnosis for children and adults; attention deficit disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum conditions (ASC) and cognitive assessments.
I work with autistic and ADHD children, young people and adults, as well as those navigating trauma or exploring whether these labels fit.
I offer calm, autism- and ADHD-aware therapy that moves at your pace. Together we make sense of overwhelm, behaviour and relationships without trying to “fix” who you are. I also provide space for parents to think clearly about next steps and feel less alone in the process.
I work with autistic and ADHD children, young people and adults, as well as those navigating trauma or exploring whether these labels fit.
I offer calm, autism- and ADHD-aware therapy that moves at your pace. Together we make sense of overwhelm, behaviour and relationships without trying to “fix” who you are. I also provide space for parents to think clearly about next steps and feel less alone in the process.
If you are autistic, ADHD, AuDHD or considering if any of this might be you, you're in the right place.
As an ADHDer myself and parent to neurodivergent adults, you'd be working with someone who truly gets it, not just professionally, but personally. I'm BACP registered with over 6,000 hours in private practice. I support neurodivergent adults who are trying to make sense of things and find ways of living where they are finally free to be themselves.
If you are autistic, ADHD, AuDHD or considering if any of this might be you, you're in the right place.
As an ADHDer myself and parent to neurodivergent adults, you'd be working with someone who truly gets it, not just professionally, but personally. I'm BACP registered with over 6,000 hours in private practice. I support neurodivergent adults who are trying to make sense of things and find ways of living where they are finally free to be themselves.
I am an experienced school counsellor & qualified teacher & offer an autism affirming tailored service for young people aged 11+.
Seeking support can be daunting -but you have taken the courageous first step! Working with adults & young people aged 11+, I offer an opportunity for you to explore your relationship with yourself, with others & with the wider world, drawing on your own internal strengths & resources to build your self-awareness & self-acceptance to help you make sense of things & feel more clarity. Stepping away from a focus on diagnoses & labels, working together acknowledging you as an individual we can explore the impact that your own unique set of challenges & experiences has had on your ability to engage with & enjoy the world around you.
I am an experienced school counsellor & qualified teacher & offer an autism affirming tailored service for young people aged 11+.
Seeking support can be daunting -but you have taken the courageous first step! Working with adults & young people aged 11+, I offer an opportunity for you to explore your relationship with yourself, with others & with the wider world, drawing on your own internal strengths & resources to build your self-awareness & self-acceptance to help you make sense of things & feel more clarity. Stepping away from a focus on diagnoses & labels, working together acknowledging you as an individual we can explore the impact that your own unique set of challenges & experiences has had on your ability to engage with & enjoy the world around you.
Can talking to someone help?
At times we may all struggle with stresses, strains, challenges, difficulties, loss and change. In a fast changing and sometimes confusing world many of us may struggle to feel connected; with ourselves, with others and within society and during these times it can be helpful to talk about our thoughts, our feelings and our emotions.
Can talking to someone help?
At times we may all struggle with stresses, strains, challenges, difficulties, loss and change. In a fast changing and sometimes confusing world many of us may struggle to feel connected; with ourselves, with others and within society and during these times it can be helpful to talk about our thoughts, our feelings and our emotions.
Sometimes life can get tricky with unexpected changes or we can feel stuck. Perhaps experiences from your past are intruding in your daily life?
Sometimes life can get tricky with unexpected changes or we can feel stuck. Perhaps experiences from your past are intruding in your daily life?
One area that I specialise in is autism and other neurodivergent profiles.
As a gestalt relational counsellor I work with you in the here and now by focusing upon the what and the how of your experience. I do not neglect your past or your future, but instead ask you to consider the impact that your past or future has for you within the present. I am interested in how you perceive your environment and your individual context.
One area that I specialise in is autism and other neurodivergent profiles.
As a gestalt relational counsellor I work with you in the here and now by focusing upon the what and the how of your experience. I do not neglect your past or your future, but instead ask you to consider the impact that your past or future has for you within the present. I am interested in how you perceive your environment and your individual context.
I am Neurodivergent-Affirming and Trauma-Informed.
Welcome, feeling overwhelmed? Tired of masking and holding it all together?
You don't need to keep holding this on your own, lets gently explore together at your pace.
I have experience in working with clients who have:
Visible and Invisible disabilities,
AuDHD,
Social and general anxiety and low self-esteem,
Who have Neurodivergence or questioning their neurodiversity,
A desire to understand themselves, make sense of their identity and are struggling with self-acceptance,
Challenges at work or college/university or within their family system or want to explore their relationships and
Burnout
I am Neurodivergent-Affirming and Trauma-Informed.
Welcome, feeling overwhelmed? Tired of masking and holding it all together?
You don't need to keep holding this on your own, lets gently explore together at your pace.
I have experience in working with clients who have:
Visible and Invisible disabilities,
AuDHD,
Social and general anxiety and low self-esteem,
Who have Neurodivergence or questioning their neurodiversity,
A desire to understand themselves, make sense of their identity and are struggling with self-acceptance,
Challenges at work or college/university or within their family system or want to explore their relationships and
Burnout
I support trauma-affected and neurodivergent adults and teens ( Autism, ADHD, OCD) who feel anxious, disconnected, or pushed beyond their capacity.
I specialise in trauma, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, dissociation and grief.
My approach is gentle and body-based, helping you work with your nervous system, not just your thoughts. We go at your pace, building safety and trust so things feel manageable rather than overwhelming, not rushed or pushed.
I support trauma-affected and neurodivergent adults and teens ( Autism, ADHD, OCD) who feel anxious, disconnected, or pushed beyond their capacity.
I specialise in trauma, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, dissociation and grief.
My approach is gentle and body-based, helping you work with your nervous system, not just your thoughts. We go at your pace, building safety and trust so things feel manageable rather than overwhelming, not rushed or pushed.
You may struggle with anxiety, grief, autism-related challenges, relationship issues, or caring responsibilities.
I offer Gestalt counselling with an emphasis on the present moment to increase awareness of thoughts, feelings, sensations, and relational dynamics. Using mindfulness, creative approaches, and compassion-oriented strategies, I support clients in exploring their current experiences, identifying patterns, and cultivating genuine and constructive responses
You may struggle with anxiety, grief, autism-related challenges, relationship issues, or caring responsibilities.
I offer Gestalt counselling with an emphasis on the present moment to increase awareness of thoughts, feelings, sensations, and relational dynamics. Using mindfulness, creative approaches, and compassion-oriented strategies, I support clients in exploring their current experiences, identifying patterns, and cultivating genuine and constructive responses
This may include exploring your neurodivergent identity or the layered griefs of being childless not by choice.
I offer warm, thoughtful therapy grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together we gently explore the different parts of your inner world, including those carrying old patterns or unheard stories. I affirm Autistic and other neurodivergent experiences, offering a compassionate space where you can feel seen, understood and accepted.
This may include exploring your neurodivergent identity or the layered griefs of being childless not by choice.
I offer warm, thoughtful therapy grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together we gently explore the different parts of your inner world, including those carrying old patterns or unheard stories. I affirm Autistic and other neurodivergent experiences, offering a compassionate space where you can feel seen, understood and accepted.
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, low mood, or just not feeling yourself? Maybe you are struggling with relationships or family problems? Counselling can help you to explore these things in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, low mood, or just not feeling yourself? Maybe you are struggling with relationships or family problems? Counselling can help you to explore these things in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
Nearby Autism Counsellors Searches for Wimborne Minster
- Blandford Forum
- Bournemouth
- Christchurch
- Ferndown
- Lymington
- Poole
- Ringwood
- Ripley
- Saint Ives
- Shaftesbury
- Sturminster Newton
- Wimborne
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.