Late diagnosis of ADHD made my whole life make sense

Like Cinderella trying on the glass slipper.
But, it was no fairy story: just total certainty that it explained all my inconsistencies, confusion & frustration

Looking back, there was a lifetime of missed clues hiding in plain sight:

I grew up being told "you'd forget your head if it was loose"

The CV from my corporate career screams undiagnosed ADHD

I was stuck in a cycle of over-work & unexplained under-achievement

I'd thrived when using my strengths

and

Burnt out when the demands on my executive function became too big

Realising I had ADHD was so liberating and it turned my world upside down

The grief, sadness & regret at not knowing for so long

The doubt & imposter syndrome around my diagnosis

The realisation about the impact of undiagnosed ADHD on my life
The extent I'd masked & hidden my challenges

Anger over the undiagnosed, misdiagnosed & late diagnosed generation

and

Being impatient to make up for lost time, but wondering "what now"?

These feelings became rocket fuel and made me:

Determined to learn everything I could about how to thrive with ADHD.

And, also passionate about helping others by becoming an expert in ADHD & a masterful coach.

Determined to create a better understanding of ADHD amongst front line professionals.

Help to erase stereotypes, reduce stigma, improve identification & remove barriers to access services.

Determined to help people with ADHD to thrive at work.

Help employers create neuro-inclusive workplaces and appreciate the much needed, valuable skills neurodiverse people can bring.

I have trained with reputable providers and my coaching has been independently evaluated so you can be confident that you'll be supported in the right way for you & your brain

Training & Qualifications

I am an certified at AACC (Associate ADHD Coach Certification) level by ADDCA - the ADD Coach Academy.

They are one of only four providers worldwide who run ICF accredited ADHD coach training programmes

Find Me On The ADDCA Coach Directory

Independent Credentials

I'm 1 of only 2 UK coaches awarded PCAC standard by the Professional Association for ADHD Coaches .

They are the only independent body worldwide to assess ADHD coaching competency

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Experience

I have 25+ years senior level corporate experience so know the demands & issues.

I also have over 5 years coaching experience working with people on anxiety, stress & burnout, habit change & menopause.

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Ethics & Values

I work to the ICF's Code of Ethics and PAAC's ethical standards.

This means I'll only work with you on things I'm qualified in & refer to other practitioners if you'd benefit from help I don't offer

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As a member of the 'late diagnosis club', it takes time to understand what your brain needs to thrive

When you work with me you'll make sense of it by:

Getting support as you navigate the emotional rollercoaster after late diagnosis
Developing a new understanding of yourself & your brain
Breaking the cycle of frustration, overwhelm, overworking yet underachieving and burnout
Identifying & learning how to harness your strengths
Developing effective & sustainable ways to manage the challenges of your always-on brain

Who Am I?

An intense, multi-passionate who's driven by a constant stream of ideas, a love of learning & an always-on brain
An imperfectly recovering overworker & perfectionist
Someone who's nourished by deep & meaningful conversations and values loyal friends
Highly driven by a desire to do meaningful work that has impact
Big feelings, occasionally ranty, sometimes sweary, always passionate

What I Stand For:

Ours being the last late diagnosed, misdiagnosed and undiagnosed generation
Removing barriers to diagnosis & making effective treatments more inclusive & accessible
Creating awareness & acceptance of ADHD and eradicating stigma & discrimination
Changing the narrative around ADHD from limitation to possibility
Understanding & accepting all the strengths & challenges that come with it