My Autism Story:
In 2014, I was diagnosed with autism and ADHD; this changed my life. Despite being a ‘successful creative pioneer,’ I knew inside that I wasn’t in a good place. I needed to make better sense of why I was struggling and understand what I could do about it.
I am grateful for all the support I have received from the neurodivergent community, where I found people whose experiences of the world frequently mirrored my own.
I have come to understand that my way of sensing and interpreting the world is integral to how I operate, is a core asset in what I offer clients, and explains why I seek to champion people who think, feel, see, sense and interpret the world differently.
I provide talks and partner with others to deliver workshops that promote a more constructive engagement with neurodiversity.
The Neurodivergent Community:
The term neurodiversity recognises a natural range of differences in the way people’s brains operate. It is currently estimated that around 20% of us are neurodivergent, covering ADHD, autism, dyslexia and dyspraxia (amongst others).
This is a HUGE minority.
We are beginning to recognise the extraordinary contribution of the neurodivergent community in innovation, creativity and business. And yet, barriers to inclusion and opportunity persist. Neurodivergence is commonly misunderstood, surrounded by negative stigmas and generally viewed as a deficit. Outdated stereotypes need replacing.
Imagine how much more we will all gain when neurodivergent people’s needs are better understood and supported.
The Neuroinclusive Design Collective launched at Clerkenwell Design Week in May 2026 when I was asked to curate 7 talks for the design and architecture community. 5 amazing people contributed, generously sharing their own lived experiences and professional insights.
Rather than viewing neurodivergence as a deficit, the Neuroinclusive Design Collective explores and promotes its many positive traits.
We are moving the dial from stigma and negative perception to a recognition that neurological differences are natural and beneficial for society. Of huge value for the success of many businesses and essential for many people’s wellbeing, how we support this community matters.
Two key aims:
1. To provide a meeting place for the neurodivergent community where we share experiences and expertise.
2. To act a bridge between this community and clients interested in positive engagement with neuroinclusion.
Design
Design for neuroinclusion means better design for everyone.
Expertise
Neurodivergent expertise that draws on our lived experience, must lead the debate.
Wellbeing
Living as an neurodivergent person in a neurotypical world is not easy
Community
Together we share experiences, support each other and raise our voices.
The focus of the Collective will develop over time
with input from across the community.
We welcome your interest.