Psychotherapy in West Yorkshire

I HAVE MOVED MY PRACTICE TO HALIFAX,WEST YORKSHIRE

Hello and welcome to my site. 

I am Rebecca Taylor Brown, a neuro divergent tribe member, I am autistic, with ADHD and a liberal sprinkling of PDA! I make for an interesting mix which means I have first hand knowledge and experience to help you. My husband and three children are also autistic so I understand the demands, diversity and challenges we face as a family in a world that keeps getting faster.

Clients present with a variety of issues, either from themselves, their partners or their children. 

Neuro divergent people have evolved to be the world's problem solvers, that is why our brains are so fundamentally different. I use my skills to help you work out your problems and solve then, critically this must be through the lens and framework of neuro diversity. 

Is this psychotherapy?, NO, it can't be, the typical psychotherapy models do not work effectively enough to get us to where we need to go. The core conditions of therapy are offered to keep everyone safe and the power dynamic is where it should be, equal. My work is adapted to support neuro diverse brains and the unique problems and challenges we alone face.

Can I also say at this point, we that are neuro divergent are fabulous, we have super powers and I do not live a negative life, I wouldn't change me. However, I have had to learn a lot over the years so I can thrive on a planet that is not designed for me. I can help you learn too.

You may have a diagnosis, you may self identify as being neuro-divergent or you have got to a stage in your life where you are not be too sure about anything anymore. Working with a neuro divergent specialist will help you to better understand yourself and make your life better. 

For family members who have neuro divergent loved ones it can sometimes be a difficult time too. There can be lots of questions that need answers and it is not always clear how to help and support. Having additional information from the research and literature is very helpful as well as practical strategies and learning how give appropriate support. I offer separate, joint or family sessions to help work through issues, everyone is listened to and supported.

For those of you who are parents to ND children, this can be a particularly fraught time. In my experience the primary years were quite smooth, a few ups and downs but nothing too concerning. However the switch into secondary school, the onset of puberty, and so many decisions to make brought challenges. During this timeframe there are increased social demands and expectations which begins to highlight the differences in our children. It can be fraught for everyone and not knowing what you are dealing with or how to seek help, just adds to the anxiety.

I work with many young people and their families, because most ND children need an army of support during these important developmental years. Our work includes; considering the appropriate neuro divergent assessments, liaising with school SEND staff, exploring the EHCP process if necessary, supporting the transition from A levels to degree study with DSA applications and assessments to liaising with university support services. These hurdles can appear overwhelming but with support all can be achieved so our ND young people can continue on their path towards independence.

I offer a free initial telephone conversation, my aim is for you to begin to get a sense of whether or not you could work with me. 

Please note if you are making an enquiry to me via e-mail I would advise that you keep the enquiry information to a minimum – to best protect sensitive information. We can discuss detail when we speak on the phone.