Neurodivergent Coaching for Adolescents and Adults

Neurodivergent coaching for children aged 14+ and adults with ADHD, Autism and/or Dyslexia.

Practical, strengths-based support for everyday life.

Coaching is not therapy or diagnosis. It is a structured, strengths-based approach that focuses on skills, insight, and real-life application.

Neurodivergent coaching at Lycali is practical, collaborative, and future-focused.

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What is Neurodivergent coaching at Lycali?

Individuals with an Autism, ADHD and/or Dyslexia diagnosis (or traits suspected of the above).
Neurodivergent coaching may be helpful if you want support with:
- Attention, focus, and follow-through
- Emotional regulation, anxiety, or overwhelm
- Communication, relationships, or self-advocacy
- Planning, organisation, and decision-making
- Identity, confidence, and life transitions
All Lycali coaching programmes are:
- Neuro-affirming and non-pathologising
- Individualised to your goals and context
- Practical and skills-focused
- Adapted for age, communication style, and capacity
Sessions may be delivered 1:1 and can involve parents or caregivers where appropriate.
Delivered by experienced clinicians and specialist practitioners with neurodevelopmental expertise.
Grounded in evidence-based frameworks, without being rigid or prescriptive
Clear boundaries between coaching and therapy
Integrated with post-diagnostic pathways where appropriate
We focus on understanding first, strategies second, and confidence third.
Neurodivergent coaching may be appropriate if you are:
Looking for practical support rather than therapy
Ready to work towards specific goals
Seeking structured, neuro-affirming guidance
Wanting support that fits real life, not just sessions.
Coaching can certainly help with strategies to manage anxiety, particularly where anxiety is linked to things such as overwhelm, uncertainty, social interaction, routines, or day-to-day functioning.
Neurodivergent coaching focuses on putting practical strategies and structures in place to support with difficulties that can often contribute to anxiety.
For example, coaching may help with building routines, developing coping strategies for stressful situations, improving social communication and interaction skills, and creating tools to manage overwhelm and emotional regulation.
However, if the primary focus is severe anxiety, depression or other mental health conditions requiring more in-depth psychological support, this is usually better addressed through psychotherapy or psychology sessions.

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Reviews

"Lycali provided a thorough and compassionate autism assessment. Everything was explained clearly, and I finally feel understood. I wish I’d done this sooner."
"I’ve worked with other services before, but Lycali stands out for their professionalism and empathy. My therapist helped me navigate some really difficult times with sensitivity and skill."
I just wanted to say thank you to Dr Isobel Robb and Stephanie for making the assessment comfortable for both me and my parents to conduct. It was very thorough and the outcome will definitely help me in my future. I'm really thankful for receiving the results so quickly
“Thank you so much for all your help, support and care. You have explained everything we needed and thank you for saying I can get in touch if we need any more help.”
“You were very patient with our son and always gave us ideas so that we could support him between therapy sessions. Thank you so much!”
“After our daughter's Speech and language assessment, you offered great feedback and your report was very detailed. This was a huge help towards the EHCP process.”
"My daughter’s speech has improved so much in just a few months. Our speech therapist at Lycali was kind, engaging, and always kept us involved with providing follow up activities. I highly recommend them."
“Heidi was very engaging and really listened to the needs of my son. She explained her methods and gave us tips to try at home. We are really pleased with the service.”
“The calls have helped me to find more space and given me a safe space to discuss and release emotions. Tim's nature and communication is comforting and supportive, he adds thoughts and questions which offer space to analyse and to help growth.”
"Heidi was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She gave our son room to explore and enjoyable targets".
"Heidi was very patient with my child and has made him confident to use his voice"
"I can’t thank you enough for your help and support with my son. I will most certainly be coming back to your services again for an autism assessment".
"The ADHD assessment process was seamless, evidence-based, and respectful. I felt listened to throughout, and the diagnosis has helped me finally understand myself."
Everything has been amazing so thanks to you, Isobel and Stephanie. You have made things really easy with clear and quick communication and they really created a safe environment instantly.
Thank you so much. It was a pleasure working with your staff. They were really kind and helpful and made the process easier for both me and Matilda.
"We had a brilliant experience with Lycali. The assessment process was clear, kind, and professional from start to finish. My son felt at ease, and we finally have a clear plan for supporting his needs."
"I was nervous about starting therapy, but the team at Lycali made me feel heard and respected from day one. Their care was outstanding, and the progress I’ve made is life-changing."

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About Lycali

Lycali was founded by Stephanie Connolly, with the vision of creating a service where individuals and families feel genuinely heard, supported, and understood. Stephanie recognised that many people seeking neurodevelopmental assessments or therapeutic support often face long waiting times and limited guidance, leaving them unsure where to turn. Lycali was created to offer a more responsive, compassionate, and clinically robust alternative.

At Lycali, we take pride in providing high-quality, professional care in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our specialist team takes the time to understand each individual’s experiences, ensuring assessments and therapeutic support are thoughtful, thorough, and tailored to the person’s needs.

We believe that support should not end with a diagnosis. Our clinicians provide clear guidance, practical strategies, and ongoing support, helping individuals and families understand what a diagnosis means and how best to move forward.

Under Stephanie’s leadership, Lycali has developed a trusted multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians, working together to deliver evidence-based assessments and therapy for both children and adults.

Based in Thanet, Kent, we support individuals locally and across the UK through both in-person and online appointments, making high-quality specialist support more accessible.

At the heart of Lycali is a simple commitment: to provide expert care with time, understanding, and integrity.

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Neurodivergent Coaching for Adolescents and Adults

What is Neurodivergent coaching at Lycali?

"Lycali provided a thorough and compassionate autism assessment. Everything was explained clearly, and I finally feel understood. I wish I’d done this sooner."

"I’ve worked with other services before, but Lycali stands out for their professionalism and empathy. My therapist helped me navigate some really difficult times with sensitivity and skill."

I just wanted to say thank you to Dr Isobel Robb and Stephanie for making the assessment comfortable for both me and my parents to conduct. It was very thorough and the outcome will definitely help me in my future. I'm really thankful for receiving the results so quickly

“Thank you so much for all your help, support and care. You have explained everything we needed and thank you for saying I can get in touch if we need any more help.”

“You were very patient with our son and always gave us ideas so that we could support him between therapy sessions. Thank you so much!”

“After our daughter's Speech and language assessment, you offered great feedback and your report was very detailed. This was a huge help towards the EHCP process.”

"My daughter’s speech has improved so much in just a few months. Our speech therapist at Lycali was kind, engaging, and always kept us involved with providing follow up activities. I highly recommend them."

“Heidi was very engaging and really listened to the needs of my son. She explained her methods and gave us tips to try at home. We are really pleased with the service.”

“The calls have helped me to find more space and given me a safe space to discuss and release emotions. Tim's nature and communication is comforting and supportive, he adds thoughts and questions which offer space to analyse and to help growth.”

"Heidi was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She gave our son room to explore and enjoyable targets".

"Heidi was very patient with my child and has made him confident to use his voice"

"I can’t thank you enough for your help and support with my son. I will most certainly be coming back to your services again for an autism assessment".

"The ADHD assessment process was seamless, evidence-based, and respectful. I felt listened to throughout, and the diagnosis has helped me finally understand myself."

Everything has been amazing so thanks to you, Isobel and Stephanie. You have made things really easy with clear and quick communication and they really created a safe environment instantly.

Thank you so much. It was a pleasure working with your staff. They were really kind and helpful and made the process easier for both me and Matilda.

"We had a brilliant experience with Lycali. The assessment process was clear, kind, and professional from start to finish. My son felt at ease, and we finally have a clear plan for supporting his needs."

"I was nervous about starting therapy, but the team at Lycali made me feel heard and respected from day one. Their care was outstanding, and the progress I’ve made is life-changing."

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