Neurodiversity-affirming ADHD therapy in London

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition with a strong genetic basis (among the most heritable psychiatric conditions, alongside autism and bipolar). It primarily affects the development and functioning of the prefrontal cortex, the brain’s “CEO” responsible for executive functioning.

In children with ADHD, there is typically a 2–3 year delay in the maturation of grey and white matter and connectivity in these key areas.

Core Impairments

  • Inhibition (the ability to stop yourself) — often the first and most fundamental issue

  • Working memory (holding things in mind)

  • Emotional regulation (being unable to ‘come down’ from an arousing episode)

  • Self-monitoring / metacognition (awareness of how you’re coming across or how you’re doing)

    This leads to the classic symptoms:

    • Inattention

    • Hyperactivity

    • Impulsivity

    • Executive functioning difficulties

    The Real-World Impact

    • People with ADHD have increased early mortality and shortened life expectancy (roughly 11–13 years if untreated, according to major longitudinal studies).

    • Higher rates of accidents, injuries, suicide, and other risks due to impulsivity and poor future-oriented thinking.

    • It has a bigger negative effect on life expectancy than obesity, smoking, or lack of exercise individually.


      I don’t say this to scare you, but to validate how serious and real these challenges can be. Many of my clients feel enormous relief when they finally understand that their struggles have a neurological basis and that effective support exists.

    3. How I Work With ADHD

    • Neurodiversity-affirming but not denialist.

    • Strengths-based and practical.

    • Blend of psychotherapy + ADHD-informed strategies + coaching + lifestyle adjustments that actually fit ADHD brains.

    • Work on emotional dysregulation, time blindness, rejection sensitivity, task initiation, etc.

    • Relational, warm style (very important for your audience).

    4. Who This Helps

    • Adults who were missed in childhood

    • People with late diagnosis

    • Those with co-occurring anxiety, trauma, burnout, identity issues, or being queer/HSP

    I want you to feel understood and not pathologised

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