Neuro-Affirming Therapy

Our charity is focused on offering peer support for AuDHD individuals. Whilst we are unable to offer any funding for therapy, we have developed a therapist directory for neuro-affirming talking therapists in the UK.

Neuro-affirming therapy is rooted in the belief that neurodiversity is not a deficit to be fixed or masked. This approach recognises and values the different strengths, perspectives, and needs of neurodivergent individuals, aiming to empower them to live authentically and confidently.

Instead of trying to make neurodivergent people appear or behave more “neurotypical,” neuro-affirming therapists focus on understanding and supporting each person as they are. Therapy is collaborative and client-led, with goals centred on improving quality of life, self-acceptance, and well-being, never on suppressing natural traits or enforcing conformity to neurotypical standards. Neuro-affirming practice also respects different communication styles, sensory needs, and self-advocacy, and it challenges ableist assumptions about what is “normal”.

Ultimately, to be neuro-affirming is to create a safe, respectful space where neurodivergent people can explore their identities, develop their strengths, and access support that truly fits their needs.

Our Directory

We understand how overwhelming it can be to try to find a therapist that understands neurodiversity, so we have tried to take some of the leg work out for you. We maintain a directory of therapists who have declared to us that they practice neuro-affirming approaches and have experience supporting autistic and ADHD clients.  Whilst the charity is not directly involved with these service providers and can not endorse them, we encourage you to explore the directory to find a therapist who feels like the right fit for you. Please contact therapists directly using the links provided in their bios to learn more about their services and availability.

We welcome any feedback from these services to keep our directory up to date.