Kirsten Williams,
Psychologist & Child Psychotherapist
The Grove Psychology Practice
The Gardens Medical Centre
Neurodiversity is part of the natural variation of how human brains work. For some people, that means thinking quickly and creatively, feeling deeply, or noticing details others miss.
For others, it means needing more time to process, finding social situations tiring, or feeling overwhelmed by everyday demands.
A Different Way of Seeing the World
What Is Neurodiversity?
The word neurodiversity refers to the different ways brains can be wired. It includes people with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, sensory processing differences, and other ways of learning, feeling, or relating. These differences are not disorders — they are valid, meaningful ways of being in the world.
Sometimes being neurodivergent brings strengths. Other times it brings friction — especially in environments that weren’t designed with these differences in mind.
Support is available for people of all ages and stages, including:
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Children who might be highly sensitive, active, anxious, or struggling with routines
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Teenagers navigating school pressure, social challenges, or identity questions
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Adults who feel different or misunderstood — including those exploring a late-diagnosed identity
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Parents and carers wanting to better understand and support their neurodivergent child — or themselves
This includes those who may not identify with a specific label but find that the language of neurodiversity helps make sense of their experience.
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Neurodiversity is a natural part of human variation. This resource explores common patterns and traits, including autism, ADHD, and other ways of experiencing the world.
Ideas and insights for supporting children with ADHD in ways that recognise their strengths and unique needs.
