Holding Space Differently: Supervision Through a Neurodivergent Lens

Supervision is often framed as a place for accountability, ethical reflection, and clinical oversight. But for neurodivergent therapists—especially those working with trauma, marginalisation, and systemic harm—it must be more than that. It must be a space where we are allowed to be whole.

As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand the emotional weight of masking, the grief of misdiagnosis, and the complexity of holding space for others while navigating our own sensory and relational needs. My supervision practice is shaped by this lived experience.

What Makes It Safe

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Safety isn’t just about safeguarding protocols—it’s about emotional permission. In my supervision space, you are not expected to be polished. You are invited to be real. We explore rupture and repair, emotional overwhelm, and the impact of systemic dynamics on your practice.

What Makes It Trauma-Informed

I follow the six principles of trauma-informed care (SAMHSA, 2014): safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural sensitivity. These aren’t just theoretical—they’re embedded in how we pace sessions, how feedback is offered, and how power is shared.

What Makes It Neuro-affirming

Neurodivergence is not a problem to be managed—it’s a lens through which we experience the world. Supervision honours your sensory profile, executive functioning needs, and emotional processing style. We use metaphor, visual tools, and non-linear reflection to support your growth.

Supervision should feel like a place where you can exhale. Where your complexity is not just tolerated, but welcomed.