Jade Taylor
Member Status: Senior Accredited
Member No: NCS21-00223
Location: Shrewsbury
Online and face-to-face.
AuDHD.
Researcher: To understand the experiences of autistic counsellors: A United Kingdom phenomenological study https://doi.org/10.1002/capr.12839
Where our differences are recognised and applauded as strengths as ttherapists. Whether you are a neurodiverse client or not, maybe an autistic counsellor is for you.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change.” - Carl Rogers.
I offer a safe space where you identify any learnt messages and separate them from who you really are, not who you have become, by trying to conform and please the world and others. Through an neurodiverse-affirmative therapeutic lens, I support you in recognising and celebrating your differences while understanding the effect of social expectations and judgements on how you view those differences. You are the expert on you, but you may have just lost your voice.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist; my initial core training was in the person-centred model, but I also have training and experience in cognitive behaviour therapy, gestalt, and creative methods. I use psychoeducation, lived experience and my natural AuDHD strengths, such as cognitive understanding and pattern-finding, to help you gain new insights and awareness. You can find out more about me here: https://www.jadetaylorcreativecounselling.com
Counselling is about the relationship and feeling safe to be able to explore our inner world and worries with someone who understands and without fear of judgement. So, it’s important to find a counsellor you feel comfortable with. Accredited with both BACP and NCS and ACTO member. Enhanced DBS. 20+ years parallel career working with Children and Families.
My specialisms (but not exclusive to) are:
Autism and ADHD and the comorbid symptoms
BPD/EUPD
Self-injury
Self-worth
Depression/Low mood
