Specialist Neurodiversity‑Affirming, Trauma‑Informed Therapy
Emma Weston - Neurodiversity Specialist Psychotherapist
BACP Accredited + MA + specialist Master's research into neurodiversity + lived experience + 14+ years' experience + trauma/EMDR + Counselling Supervisor
Specialist Online therapy for autistic, ADHD & AuDHD adults
Therapy that works with your mind—not against it.
How I Work
Neurodiversity-Affirming, Trauma-Informed, Nervous-System Aware
Your neurotype is part of who you are. I don't see autism, ADHD or AuDHD as something to fix. I offer neurodiversity-affirming (ND-affirmative) therapy for autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, Dyslexic, Dyspraxic and otherwise neurodivergent adults, online across the UK and internationally.
My approach is grounded in the understanding that many of the difficulties you bring; burnout, anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, relationship strain, often arise from trying to cope in a world not designed with your neurotype in mind, rather than from anything “wrong” with you. In our work together, we focus on unmasking safely, rebuilding energy and self-trust, processing traumatic experiences (including those linked to school, work, diagnosis and healthcare), and developing sustainable ways of living that fit your brain and body.
I draw on evidence-based methods such as EMDR and trauma-informed psychotherapy, adapted in a neurodivergent-friendly way: clear structure, sensory-aware pacing, explicit communication, and respect for your expertise on your own experience to support you in living more authentically, with greater regulation, choice and self-compassion.
Many clients come to therapy exhausted from masking, experiencing burnout or overwhelm, adjusting to a later-in-life diagnosis, struggling with anxiety or self-worth, or living with the effects of trauma. My approach integrates neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy, trauma-informed practice, and EMDR, tailored to your mind, nervous system, communication style, experiences, and goals.
Who This Helps
You might benefit from therapy if you:
- Are exhausted from masking or adapting to others' expectations
- Experienced autistic, AuDHD or ADHD burnout
- Recently discovered your neurodivergence and are trying to make sense of your life
- Feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally overloaded
- Have a relentless inner critic or struggle with self-worth
- Find people-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries exhausting
- Want to explore EMDR or trauma work
What Makes Therapy Different Here
✓ No expectation to "perform normality"
✓ Sessions that are tailored to your sensory and processing needs
✓ Stimming is welcome
✓ You can move, fidget, or take breaks
✓ No formal diagnosis required
✓ Sessions adapted to your communication style, including tangents
✓ No expectation of eye contact
✓A clear understanding of the structure, process and what to expect
✓ Different and non-linear thinking styles welcome
✓ Space to bring special interests
Get in Touch
The best way to contact me is by email:
emmawestoncounselling@proton.me
Email me to ask a question, share what's bringing you to therapy, or find out whether I might be the right therapist for you. You don't have to have everything worked out before making contact.
We start where you are.
