My Approach

I am an integrative therapist, which means I don't believe one style of therapy or way of working suits everyone. I draw on different approaches depending on your experiences and what you need.

About Me

Are you exploring ADHD or autism, perhaps following a later-life diagnosis, or wondering whether neurodivergence might help explain why life has often felt harder than it seems for others?

I'm Jennifer Davis, a UKCP-registered counsellor offering neurodivergent-affirming therapy for adults, both online across the UK and in-person in Sudbury, Suffolk. I offer an individual approach to exploring identity, self-worth and the experiences that have shaped you.

Exploring ADHD and autism:

You may be looking back at school, work and relationships in a new light, trying to make sense of longstanding difficulties or wondering why things that seem easier for others have felt so hard for you. Perhaps you're thinking about who you are and where you fit, or what a new understanding of yourself might mean for your life.

I am neurodivergent myself and was diagnosed with ADHD at 57. I've also undertaken training in counselling for ADHD and autism. Everyone's experience is different, and I won't assume I know yours.

Some of the issues I can support you with:

Identity and self-acceptance: Understanding who you are, where you fit and how you relate to yourself and others.

ADHD, autism and neurodivergence: Exploring a diagnosis, wondering whether you may be neurodivergent, and making sense of what this means for your identity and everyday life.

Midlife, transitions and getting older: Navigating change, questioning old assumptions and finding meaning in a new stage of life.

Self-worth, shame and belonging: Exploring feelings of not being good enough, hiding parts of yourself or feeling that you don't quite fit.

Loss and life-limiting illness: Making space for grief, uncertainty and the emotional impact of illness, change and loss.

Anxiety and depression: Exploring difficult feelings and experiences in a supportive, non-judgemental space.

More about me:

I trained at Re-Vision in North London and have a Diploma in Integrative Psychosynthesis Counselling. Before training as a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I was a palliative care volunteer, supporting people with life-limiting illness, and also worked with the Samaritans. I have many years' experience working with people facing low self-worth, loss, uncertainty and difficult periods in their lives.

Over the years, I've worked with people exploring questions around sexuality, gender, race and neurodivergence (ADHD and autism). I'm interested in how our experiences of difference shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. I welcome the opportunity to work with people whose identities, experiences or ways of being may not fit easily with other people's expectations.

In my counselling work, I've been privileged to witness incredible growth in clients, many of whom had given up on the idea of self-acceptance. There are parallels between tending to the needs of plants and people, and I believe passionately in the power of both to flourish, given the right conditions.

How I work:

My approach draws on different therapeutic perspectives and is rooted in compassion, both for ourselves and for others. I work in a neurodivergent-affirming way, adapting therapy to you rather than expecting you to fit a particular way of working. We can find a pace and way of communicating that feels right for you, creating space to explore your experiences without judgement or the pressure to have everything worked out.

You may be exhausted from always having to be strong, holding secrets or keeping difficult feelings to yourself. Perhaps you're questioning old beliefs about who you are, or looking for a different relationship with yourself. You don't need to arrive with a clear explanation of what is troubling you or know where to begin.

Taking the next step:

Whatever brings you to therapy, I offer a confidential, compassionate and non-judgemental space where we can explore your experiences together, at a pace that feels right for you.

If something here resonates with you, please do get in touch to arrange a free 20-minute introductory call. It's an opportunity for us to talk about what you're looking for and consider whether working together might be helpful.

UKCP Registration No: 2011173330

I work with

• Individuals
• Private healthcare referrals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Integrative Transpersonal Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

What I can help with

• ADHD
• Autism
• Online Counselling
• Telephone Counselling
• Terminal Illness