Introducing Neurodivergent-affirming Art Psychotherapy, ADHD and Autism coaching and Arts Mentoring.
These sessions are Neurodivergent (ND) led.
These are ND (neurodivergent) led therapy and mentoring services which means I strive to be an inviting and inclusive space for individuals who are struggling to cope with their mental health and daily life. I see clients online but it is also possible to have telephone sessions.
I work integratively, which means I work with you and tailor fit our therapy to you and what you best need. I am a diversity-inclusive therapist who works with all clients regardless of ethnicity, gender or gender non conforming identities, sexuality, age, or disability.
Please note: This website is set on coloured backgrounds to meet the access needs of neurodivergent clients.
I aim to support you to reduce your immediate anxiety and crisis and together we shall create an environment where you feel relaxed enough to explore and develop your strengths, your skills, your resilience and coping mechanisms to continue your life journey.
We can also use art materials when words are too difficult to express, and look at the images as a means of expression.
I am available for short term and long term therapy and/or mentoring sessions.
We can also use art materials when words are too difficult to express, and look at the images as a means of expression.
What we do in
art psychotherapy
Using art materials in ways that allow us to unmask, and explore our true selves. Perhaps we have never had the words to use to explore or express ourselves. In art therapy, we have the possibility to use art materials to be able to do just this.
Being human can be difficult, even harder if you or someone you love is neurodivergent and experiences life as a square peg in a round hole.
Being Human, original art by Elinor Rowlands
Redefine yourself and your arts practice in ways that feel empowering, supportive and important in arts mentoring with Elinor.
Neurodiversity affirming sessions
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Helping you to realise your potential
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Neurodiversity affirming sessions ✴︎ Helping you to realise your potential ✴︎
Accessible and supportive. These sessions are Neurodivergent-affirming for adults and children.
Welcome. I am a London based art psychotherapist, mentor, and employment coach (also known as an ADHD and Autism Coach). I primarily see clients online. My services address the access barriers that so often fail autistic people and the many neurodivergent individuals who encounter barriers to quality mental health support and access to therapies, mentoring and support.
I advocate for radical changes in the way we approach neurodivergent access in pedagogy, higher education, mental health services and therapy, and access in the arts.
The work I do with individuals is non behaviour based, person centred and I use compassionate models that respect human rights and sensory preferences of individuals that are non trauma inducing.
I am a frequent writer and advocate for social justice, autistic/neurodivergent access and disability rights.
About you
You do not need to have a formal diagnosis of autism or ADD/ADHD to access these services. Nor do you have to be neurodivergent or identify as such however, it is important you know you are seeing a neurodivergent practitioner.
You might not conform to a specific gender and you might not have the words to describe your identity.
You might or might not be a parent but the stress of trying for a baby or having a child is taking its toll. You might want support with identifying your true self.
You might feel lost, confused, excluded and might be in need of some guidance or simply a kind and listening ear.
You might experience barriers at work and be looking for an employment coach/mentor.
You might be an art psychotherapist trainee seeking a neurodivergent art psychotherapist to have weekly therapy with.
In our sessions it’s important you experience autonomy, respect and support.
If you’re a parent or carer seeking support for your autistic or/and ADHD or/and neurodivergent (other conditions under the ND umbrella) child:
Your child might have been failed by a previous therapist or counsellor and you are looking for a neurodivergent psychotherapist or mental health professional for them who is experienced in autism and ADHD.
You might need help to apply for disability benefits for you or your child, or you might need help to apply for Access to Work.
It’s important your child experiences autonomy, respect and support in our sessions.
Due to my neurodivergence, I work with many different hats.
Art Psychotherapy
I am a BAAT and HCPC registered art psychotherapist. Art therapy is a mixture of verbal therapy (talking) and art-making. We use art materials when words can feel or be too inaccessible or difficult to use.
Arts Mentoring
I support artists in the arts across all art forms.
Artist development
Support with developing your art practice.
Writing about your work
Applying for opportunities
Developing an artistic project
Pitching your project to funders
Planning, creating or maintaining artist website
Support with artist CV
Support with artist statement
Support with applying to Access to Work.
Autism and ADHD Coaching (aka. employment coaching)
Sometimes this can be paid for by Access to Work (if you’re disabled or/and neurodivergent).
I support people into job roles, with job interviews or whilst they are in employment. I meet with them once a week for employment coaching.
Specialist Mentoring and Study Skills Specialist
I work as a Specialist Mentor and Study Skills Specialist with disabled university students. This is paid for by Disabled Student Allowance.
Training and Consultancy on access in the arts
I am available as a consultant on access in the arts and art psychotherapy. I can be booked for training, panels, or talks.