Nikki Read
Clinical Experience
As a parent of neurodivergent twins, I have been actively involved in supporting children, adults and families as a qualified practitioner for around 18 years. Utilising a neuro-affirmative approach, I provide bespoke support, and work together to remove barriers to progress and success.
As part of my clinical package, I can offer training adapted to meet the needs of parent groups, educators and corporate organisations. Having worked with parliamentary and local authority steering committees and focus groups, I am a proactive practitioner that strives to ensure the voice of the individual is not only heard but that we explore attaining the highest quality outcomes we can.
By working together in psycho education groups, through one-to-one sessions and coaching, I aim to identify the most pressing needs and explore accessible mechanisms to meet them.
Through undertaking continuous education and drawing on lived experience, I ensure that my practice is current and accredited. As such I am a certified ADHD Coach and autism assessor, currently finalising a PGC in adult autism assessments.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Neurodivergence is my passion. Working to explore the intersectionality of a client’s neurodivergent profile and building together a tool kit to develop an understanding of their unique identity, remove barriers to their goals and develop skills to establish resilience and self-compassion. Facilitated through the creation of a non-judgemental, welcoming space I hope to support clients through the entirety of their journey, from assessment, through education and in personalised support.
Interests and hobbies
My family are my greatest passion and source of inspiration. Living in the most spectacular part of the UK, I also spend time exploring the Southwest Coastal Path with Bob, our Dachshund, and enjoying the incredible creativity within the local communities. I quilt, read, and study; another passion of mine. The joy of catching up with friends ‘up country’ in London and Surrey provides a wonderful antidote to the coastal tranquillity of every day.
Top 5 Questions
Favourite Music: Absolutely anything but 80’s music has the edge.
Favourite Food: Indian cuisine but home cooked.
Favourite Catchphrase: Leave your ego at the door.
Favourite Activity: Spending time with family and friends.
Inspiration: My incredible sons and amazing husband.
Qualifications and Membership
- BPhil
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
- MED-Autism Practitioner
Specialisms
- Autism in children and young people
Interventions
- Children’s Autism Assessment
- Autism Workshops for patients and their families
Nikki Read
Clinical Experience
As a parent of neurodivergent twins, I have been actively involved in supporting children, adults and families as a qualified practitioner for around 18 years. Utilising a neuro-affirmative approach, I provide bespoke support, and work together to remove barriers to progress and success.
As part of my clinical package, I can offer training adapted to meet the needs of parent groups, educators and corporate organisations. Having worked with parliamentary and local authority steering committees and focus groups, I am a proactive practitioner that strives to ensure the voice of the individual is not only heard but that we explore attaining the highest quality outcomes we can.
By working together in psycho education groups, through one-to-one sessions and coaching, I aim to identify the most pressing needs and explore accessible mechanisms to meet them.
Through undertaking continuous education and drawing on lived experience, I ensure that my practice is current and accredited. As such I am a certified ADHD Coach and autism assessor, currently finalising a PGC in adult autism assessments.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Neurodivergence is my passion. Working to explore the intersectionality of a client’s neurodivergent profile and building together a tool kit to develop an understanding of their unique identity, remove barriers to their goals and develop skills to establish resilience and self-compassion. Facilitated through the creation of a non-judgemental, welcoming space I hope to support clients through the entirety of their journey, from assessment, through education and in personalised support.
Interests and hobbies
My family are my greatest passion and source of inspiration. Living in the most spectacular part of the UK, I also spend time exploring the Southwest Coastal Path with Bob, our Dachshund, and enjoying the incredible creativity within the local communities. I quilt, read, and study; another passion of mine. The joy of catching up with friends ‘up country’ in London and Surrey provides a wonderful antidote to the coastal tranquillity of every day.
Top 5 Questions
Favourite Music: Absolutely anything but 80’s music has the edge.
Favourite Food: Indian cuisine but home cooked.
Favourite Catchphrase: Leave your ego at the door.
Favourite Activity: Spending time with family and friends.
Inspiration: My incredible sons and amazing husband.
Qualifications and Membership
- BPhil
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
- MED-Autism Practitioner
Specialisms
- Autism in children and young people
Interventions
- Children’s Autism Assessment
- Autism Workshops for patients and their families
