No, I am not currently able to carry out ADHD assessments. However, I can:
No, you do not need a formal diagnosis of ADHD to access my ADHD service. I support adults who are self-diagnosed and who are currently awaiting an assessment, not just those who have a confirmed diagnosis.
For the standardised group programmes CBT for Adult ADHD and Mindfulness for Adult ADHD, a formal diagnosis is usually required as these programmes are designed specifically for those with a diagnosis. However, if you do not have a formal diagnosis and are keen to join a group, this can be discussed on an individual basis.
Sessions are recorded to enable me to give you my full attention and to accurately capture what has been said.
First session
Our first session focuses on getting a really clear picture of your current situation. I use the Kawa Model, an occupational therapy framework that uses the metaphor of a river to explore your life: the supports and challenges that exist that either increase or restrict your sense of flow. This helps us both to understand what matters most to you, what is acting as a barrier and what may support you to move forward.
From this, I develop a formulation that brings together the key factors of your current situation and helps to guide our work together.
Second session
We use this shared understanding to identify the main goal you would like to work towards and agree a clear, realistic plan. I also use standardised assessments to measure progress and to better understand any specific difficulties that you are experiencing.
Subsequent sessions
In subsequent sessions, I will support you to work towards your goal using a strengths-based, evidence-informed approach. Sessions are practical and collaborative, drawing on tools and strategies that are tailored to you and your everyday life.
You are welcome to mix and match across my services, depending on what feels most helpful at the time.
If you book a block of sessions, you can use them flexibly over a 12-month period – for example, meeting more frequently at the start and spacing sessions out later, or focusing on different goals as your needs change.
OT is a person-centred, evidence-based health and social care profession regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Occupational therapists take a holistic view of a person’s life, looking not only at the challenges they are experiencing, but also at their strengths, values, and what matters most to them.
As an occupational therapist, I work with people to understand the barriers that are getting in the way of the activities they want or need to do, and to identify practical ways to overcome these. Together, we set meaningful goals and develop a personalised plan to help achieve them.
My practice is rooted in supporting people to:
If you’d like to read more about occupational therapy from the professional body, you can visit the Royal College of Occupational Therapists’ page: What is occupational therapy | RCOT
As an occupational therapist, I am registered with and regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The HCPC exists to protect the public by setting standards for education, training, and professional practice and by holding registered professionals to account. This means you can be confident that I meet nationally recognised standards and am required to practise safely, ethically and effectively.
This gives more more information about the HCPC and its role:
Yes, I am. My membership of RCOT supports the quality of the service I provide by giving me access to up-to-date, evidence-based resources, professional guidance and ongoing learning opportunities. It also enables me to connect with other occupational therapists to share knowledge, to reflect on practice and to continually develop my skills.
This helps to ensure that my work is informed by current best practice and that I meet my continuing professional development requirements, so that I can provide high-quality, effective occupational therapy.
Additionally, my RCOT membership provides me with indemnity and public liability insurance.
Yes. I am a member of Scotland’s PVG Scheme for regulated work with children and protected adults.
Equity, belonging and diversity are central to how I work. I am committed to providing occupational therapy that is inclusive, respectful, and responsive to each person’s individual identity, experiences and circumstances.
I recognise that people experience the world differently depending on factors such as neurodivergence, disability, race, culture, gender, sexuality, family background, and life experience, and that these differences can shape both challenges and strengths. My role is to create a safe, affirming space where you feel listened to, understood and accepted as you are.
I take a reflective, strengths-based approach and continually develop my practice to reduce barriers, challenge assumptions, and ensure the support I offer is relevant and accessible. My aim is to support a genuine sense of belonging and to work alongside you in a way that respects your values, goals, and lived experience.
I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and integrity. I am fully compliant with UK GDPR requirements and am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Any personal data you share with me is collected, stored, and used only for legitimate purposes, kept securely, and never shared without your consent unless legally required.
I keep my practice up to date by subscribing to the Journal of Attention Disorders, receiving regular alerts and newsletters about newly published ADHD research, and maintaining membership of a range of ADHD-focused professional organisations. I am also frequently involved in research as a participant, bringing both professional expertise and lived experience into my work.
My work is informed by these United Kingdom ADHD standards:
These documents describe what high‑quality, effective and ethical ADHD support should look like. They highlight the importance of the following, which are part of occupational therapy practice:
I record both online and in-person sessions using secure, GDPR-compliant tools. As someone with ADHD, my memory and attention have their limits. This way, I know that the note-taking will be accurate and it allows me to:
Recordings are used for clinical purposes only. They are stored securely in line with GDPR regulations and never shared externally. I am happy to talk through any concerns or questions you might have before your first session.
The AHP Health and Work Report is a nationally recognised form that allied health professionals, such as occupational therapists, use to give clear advice about a person’s fitness for work and any practical adjustments that could help them stay in or return to work after a health issue. It provides structured information for the employee, their employer and GP about how a physical or mental health condition affects work tasks, and can be used as evidence to support sick pay and work-modification discussions alongside a GP’s fit note. For further information: The AHP Health and Work Report | RCOT
Book a free 20‑minute consultation to see whether working together feels right for you. It gives you the opportunity to meet me, ask questions and explore what support might be helpful.