Type of service: Online services, Professionals support networks, Social skills

Service URL: https://www.neurodirections.co.uk/

Neuro Directions Ltd specialises in providing ADHD and Autism coaching support, along with expertise in neurodivergent conditions such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Tourette Syndrome, and Tics. We work with adults, children, and young people across the UK, offering customized assistance to address the unique challenges associated with neurodivergent conditions.

Our mission is to empower individuals to thrive, embrace life, and fulfil their aspirations. Emphasizing comfort, connection, and self-discovery, our approach enables you to unearth answers from within. Through coaching and mentoring support, we have garnered a reputation for enhancing outcomes by adapting our methods to meet the specific needs of neurodivergent individuals.


AUTISM COACHING SUPPORT
Autism coaching support is a valuable resource for autistic individuals, a lifelong developmental disability that can significantly impact their wellbeing and life outcomes. Autism can present differently and vary from person to person, resulting in a distinct combination of strengths and weaknesses. These challenges often encompass difficulties in social interaction, communication, repetitive behaviours, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, and anxiety.

In recognition of these obstacles, autism coaching support offers a practical intervention that aims to assist autistic individuals in discovering effective strategies to overcome these challenges and enhance their overall quality of life. This support extends to various areas, including academic pursuits, career development, emotional well-being, and interpersonal relationships. It’s essential to emphasize that formal diagnosis of Autism is not a prerequisite for accessing the benefits of autism coaching support. The primary focus is on providing individuals with the necessary tools to navigate their unique experiences, empowering them to achieve their personal goals.

Autism coaching support can work well for the following difficulties:
•    Communication
•    Improving self-esteem and confidence
•    Relationships – personal and professional
•    Managing sensory sensitivities
•    Coping with the school or work environments
•    Concentration, focus, and attention
•    Managing transitions and change
•    Managing emotions, including anger
•    Developing impulse control
•    Planning and organisational skills
•    Time-management
•    Goal-setting and motivation
•    Poor sleep and insomnia
•    Anxiety and stress

What you can expect from autism coaching support
•    Initial sessions involve getting to know one another and establishing your priorities, goals, and objectives.
•    Coaching that is tailored to your specific needs.
•    Option of weekly, fortnightly, or monthly sessions.
•    Option of 30 to 120-minute sessions.
•    Option of face-to-face sessions, walk-and-talk coaching, or sessions online via Zoom (you can request another video call option).
•    Regular progress reviews and reformulation sessions.
•    Tools and exercises to aid positive mental health, your progress, and improvement.
•    Text check-ins in between sessions if required.

AUTISM COACHES AND SUPPORT MENTORS
Autism coaches and support mentors require specific skills and experience. All our coaches and mentors are highly skilled and come from a wide range of professional backgrounds which is great because, as a collective, we share ideas which also means that you can find the right coach for you. Some are neurodivergent themselves; some are neurotypical, and all have experience working with neurodivergent individuals. They all receive regular supervision and training and have the expertise and knowledge to adapt coaching models and techniques to suit your needs. We love supporting people of all genders and neurodivergent types working to realise their passions and achieve their short and long-term goals.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Our standard rate for coaching sessions is £200 +VAT per 60 minutes. Some coaches and mentors offer slots at a reduced and low cost for those on a low income or where they are grant funded; we don’t want the price to be a barrier for you to access support.

You may be entitled to apply for a grant that can either pay for the coaching in full or contribute towards the costs via the UK government access to work scheme.

ACCESS TO WORK GRANT
The Access to Work grant is available for individuals with recognised disabilities who are employed or self-employed. This grant is managed by the Department of Work and Pensions and provides practical support and advice to overcome obstacles in the workplace. In addition to coaching support, it covers various additional employment expenses, including specialist software, equipment, and virtual assistants. Notably, there are no restrictions based on earnings, and it is applicable to any job.

For those who are employed, the scheme is facilitated through the employer, so requires the disclosure of your condition. Employers with over fifty staff are expected to contribute to the costs of specialised software and equipment. However, regardless of the company or business size, the grant fully covers coaching support costs.

To ensure a timely process, we highly recommend applying as soon as possible. It’s important to note that the Access to Work Service mandates that coaching support sessions be conducted within a specific timeframe.

For more information about the Access to Work grant call 0345 268 8489 or visit www.gov.uk/access-to-work/how-to-claim
 

Aimed at: Adolescent , Adult , Child , Parent/carer of a child, Parent/carer of a young person, Parent/carer of an adult, Young person

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Registrations and professional qualifications: European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC)