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Neurodivergent coaching

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Dr Alexa Smith

Neurodiverse

Neurodivergent

Adjective

  1. Differing in mental or neurological function from what is considered typical or normal (frequently used with reference to autistic spectrum disorders); not neurotypical.

As a neurodiverse woman I have a unique perspective into the challenges faced by people like me in the workplace. With this insight I can more effectively coach others and help them find solutions that work for them.

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​As a neurodiversity coach, I support clients in understanding and celebrating their neurodivergent ways of being in the world, connecting with their purpose and gaining clarity around their strengths and challenges. I work with all neurodiverse individuals at any level of their career.  

 

I work with clients on the Access to Work Scheme. I also work with neurobox as an associate coach. 

Access to work is great, but often not very accessible. Here are steps on to how to access the support you (and your employer) might need to apply for an Access to Work grant.

Step 1 - Call them

Step 2 - Assessment

Step 3 -  Get adjustments

Step 4 -   Learn, develop, adapt

Step 5 -   Review the impact

Access to Work is government-run. It enables anyone with a disability to access support - whether employed or self-employed. As soon as you have difficulties at work you can refer yourself to this service.

Upon contacting Access to Work, you will typically be assessed by a “workplace needs assessor”, who will then write a report recommending the support they think you need to perform effectively in your job. Recommendations can be for many things such as some one-to-one strategy coaching sessions (as can be provided by me). Access to Work can provide training for your colleagues in how to manage and understand disability. This is really important as not everyone understands what is going on for you.

If you work for a small employer (under 50 employees) the support is free. However, if you work for a larger employer they will have to contribute some or all of the costs. Because of this , it’s vital that employers see the benefit of providing disabled employees with the support.

If you are self-employed the Access to Work scheme will even refund the cost of any support ordered.

 

There’s usually a period of training, such as how to use new technology, co-coaching with your line manager to navigate communication difficulties, or strategy coaching to help you to use your strengths to overcome any difficulties that you have – it's important to remember it doesn’t happen overnight!
 

Evidence shows that performance can be dramatically improved following strategy coaching and our own personal experiences of Access to Work is that once it is given some time, attention and value, the difference in working practices can be huge. Stress levels can be massively reduced meaning that you can be better and happier at work.

Contact Alexa

Start your journey towards becoming your most impactful self by scheduling a free consultation call with me. Click here to book now.

Sessions are face-to-face or virtual depending on your location

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