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There is only ever one question in any coaching session.
What is most important for you today?
If it works for you to bring with you a list of topics to work on- go for it!
If it doesn't or your mind goes blank, that's groovy too. I may ask a couple of extra questions to help you find a place to start.
From here I hold space with you to help you hold curiosity about what is going on. Together we can then design experiments to do something with them. Or not. (because doing nothing is always an option).
I will likely ask you a bunch of questions to aid your thinking. If it works for you we can create notes on a digital whiteboard.
Although I may nudge you along- the session is yours to lead. I am your thought partner in the process, asissting rather than guiding you.
Almost all of my clients are entrepreneurs wanting to find better ways for them in running their businesses, or being at work. So anything that comes under this bracket.
However, I make no distinction between home and work- you are neurodivergent all of the time. So there may be discussions about home life. The good thing about these are when we find ways through, they can be applied to work life too!
If it works for you, sure!
If not, then no.
If it works some of the time, and not others, then we will work with that also.
Working together we flex with your rhythms, energy and attention.
Most clients choose to set fortnightly calls. This gives them time to let the session filter and settle into their brains, and time to take action.
Some clients like the accountability and pace of weekly, so we do that.
A few prefer less frequent, so we do that.
If you start with one frequency and decide it's not for you- let me know and we can change it.
This is about what works for you.
Most people have hour long sessions as this works for them.
Some people (usually ADHDers) find this is too long, so prefer 30 minuts.
Others have liked to deep dive, so we arrange longer sessions.
This is about tailoring to your energy and attention. So if you try one duration and find it isn't working for you- let me know and we will adjust.
I do ask that I have a couple of days notice. This gives me time to re-arrange my diary and supports my neurodivergence to settle into the change.
If it is less than 48 hours notice I may still charge/ count this session.
However, I do understand that emergencies happen and on these rare occasions I may re-arrange.
If it works for you, I will set up a digital whiteboard. This will be where we can collaborate and work together. Every client gets their own one and you can use it as you wish.
I do keep details of your name and payment information. I also keeo a list of coaching session dates in case it is needed for audit or accreditation purposes. These are all stored in accordance with GDPR.
You have absolute permission to turn up as you are on that day.
If you struggle to speak you can use the chat to write what you'd like to say. Or if you prefer to use pictures, you can drop them into the whiteboard we use in our sessions.
Overwhelm is part and parcel of the territory of working with Neurodivergent folx. It is not uncommon for me to sit with clients as emotions come in and through.
If I feel carrying on is not the most helpful for you I will ask you if you would like to end the session early. It is your choice, and the decision you make will be without judgement.
Please do tell me what they are- if it is something I can help you with, I will.
Some examples of requests I have accommodated include:
Working together is about helping you feel comfortable.
Most of my clients are dotted all over the UK and some are internationally based. This can make face-to-face sessions impractical and unaffordable.
If you would prefer in-person, please do ask.
My client sessions are Tueday and Thursday all day, and Wednesday afternoons.
My first appointment is 9am and I finish at 5pm UK time.
If you are in a different time-zone or have other barriers to meeting in these times, plesae do drop me a message. I may still be able to help.
I absolutely do.
Let me know when we talk which grant you have and we can make sure the correct awarding body is invoiced.
Unfortunately due to non-payment bu the DWP I invoice Access to Work in advance.
Nope.
I work with people who are neurodivergent. This is all diagnoses (or not), co-curring identities and presentations.
If there are topics or subjects relating to your life that go beyond the coaching relationships I will invite you to take this to your counsellor, or to find a qualified professional.
We will continue the session, and I will nudge you to a topic I can support with.
Nope.
My job is to be your thought partner with whatever issue or situation we are working on.
Where it is appropriate I may share with you solutions that have worked for others. These are suggestions intended to support you to find the right one for you.
If you identify as neurodivergent- that is good enough for me.
I work with individuals. This means that what each of my clients want to achieve is going to be different from the next.
If you have clear outcomes you want to achieve- we will work with that.
If you are not clear on where it is you want to get, and want to know- we will start there.
Along the way you have absolute permission to change your mind.
Here is the thing I have learned about neurodivergent folx- almost none of us find SMART goals or targets motivating. So, unless you want it- I will not be thrusting them on you.
A block of sessions to be booked in as you need them throughout the year. Must be used within 12-months of purchase.