Neurodiversity-Affirming Co-Thinking Sessions: Supporting Growth, Inclusion & Authenticity at Work (including Access to Work)
Through co-thinking sessions I aim to...
1-1 Co-Thinking Sessions for Neurodivergent People in Work
My 1:1 co-thinking sessions supports neurodivergent professionals in navigating the workplace with confidence, embracing their strengths, and developing strategies that align with their identity. I provide a safe, affirming space to explore your experiences and challenges within systems not designed for neurodivergence. ​
Our Focus:
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Finding Your Voice – Build confidence in advocating for your needs and communicating effectively.
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Understanding Your Strengths – Identify and leverage your unique skills while acknowledging challenges.
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Navigating Workplace Dynamics – Develop strategies for sensory, communication, emotional, or executive functioning differences.
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Balancing Wellbeing & Realism – Create a toolkit for thriving at work while acknowledging systemic barriers.
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Honouring Intersectional Experiences – Explore your neurodivergence within the context of your full identity.
Bringing together knowledge around communication and sensory processing, We co-create the sessions to help you feel empowered, supported, and more at home in your workplace. Whether overcoming specific challenges or building confidence, coaching offers a personalised and affirming path forward.
1-1 Co-Thinking Sessions for Managers, Leaders & HR Professionals
1:1 co-thinking sessions for managers, leaders and HR professionals are designed to help you create a neurodiversity-affirming workplace by equipping you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to support neurodivergent employees effectively. Co-thinking sessions offer a collaborative space to foster lasting cultural change. ​
Our Focus:
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Understanding Neurodivergent Strengths – Recognise how communication, processing, and sensory experiences shape the workplace and harness these strengths for team success.
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Building Inclusive Practices – Embed neuroinclusion across recruitment, retention, and daily workplace practices.
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Creating a Supportive Culture – Implement adjustments and leadership approaches that enable neurodivergent employees to thrive.
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Enhancing Leadership Skills – Strengthen your ability to lead diverse teams with confidence and inclusivity.
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Challenging Systemic Barriers – Critically evaluate workplace structures (Lorde, 1984) to drive meaningful, sustainable change.
Blending evidence-based knowledge with practical insights, I bring knowledge on communication and sensory integration to your insights on your organisation and team to help you lead with empathy and clarity. Co-thinking sessions are tailored to your team and organisational goals, empowering you to build a truly inclusive workplace where neurodivergent employees can thrive.
Group/Team Co-Thinking Sessions
Group co-thinking sessions provide a collaborative space for growth, reflection, and shared learning in a neurodiversity-affirming environment. Designed for both neurodivergent employees and those in leadership roles, these sessions foster connection, collective growth, and inclusive workplace practices.
Group Co-Thinking Options:
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Neurodivergent Employees – Explore shared experiences, build confidence, and develop strategies for navigating the workplace while advocating for your needs.
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Managers & Leaders – Collaborate on challenges, share insights, and implement inclusive practices that support neurodivergent employees at every stage of the employee journey.
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Neurodivergent Managers & Leaders – Navigate leadership challenges while embracing your neurodivergent identity, strengthening confidence, and leading authentically.
Rooted in grassroots activism from feminist, LGBTQ+, and racial justice movements, these sessions cultivate safeR and brave (Arao & Clemens, 2013) spaces—designed to minimise harm, encourage accountability, and support open, transformative dialogue.
Good to know:
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All sessions can be funded through Access to Work
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Sessions can be held online or in person for individuals or organisations within 45 minutes-1.5 hours drive of EX17.
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Before the first session, I will provide information on my reasonable adjustment needs and request information on any reasonable adjustments the people I am working with have. I will endeavour to support these, wherever possible.
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Depending on the nature of the work we do together, you may need to print some materials to use in the sessions, or have a separate device available to access them on.
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In line with my ongoing commitment to accessibility, I will be using Heidi Health in sessions—where consented to.​​ You can read more about this here.