I specialise in supporting neurodivergent adults at work, particularly those who are late-diagnosed and trying to make sense of their experiences, needs, and strengths for the first time.

Hi, I’m Anita

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About me

I moved to the UK in 2016 and became self-employed during the pandemic in 2021. The sudden shift to working from home completely transformed my quality of life. Only later did I realise why: I’m autistic, and I had spent years masking to survive in traditional workplaces.

Understanding my own neurodivergence has been life-changing, and it’s the foundation of the work I do now.

Once I encountered the Access to Work grant in 2022, I dedicated myself to helping neurodiverse and disabled people navigate it with confidence.

My passion for my work is rooted in my own experiences of feeling excluded in traditional workplaces due to my neurodiversity, my accommodation needs due to my chronic pain, or because of being non-binary and bisexual.

As a strong believer of workplace inclusion, I strive to bring awareness and change to how workplaces accommodate neurodiversity and disability. My consultancy work is part of my personal mission to ensure that others don't face the same obstacles I did.

When I'm not working, you'll find me spending time with my two beloved cats or working on a crocheting project.

What I do

  • Access to Work consultancy

    I support neurodivergent adults in work to:

    ⭐ Reflect on why they’re struggling at work

    ⭐ Identify what adjustments and support would genuinely help

    ⭐ Translate that into concrete, realistic recommendations they can request

    ⭐ Navigate the Access to Work grant process, including applications, renewals, evidence, and forms

    I know first-hand how overwhelming and inaccessible official paperwork can be, especially when you’re already burnt out, anxious, or overloaded.

    My role is to break it down, guide you through it, and help you advocate for what you need.

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  • ATW support for businesses

    I also have experience working with employers who have staff with Access to Work grants, helping them understand what their responsibilities are, how to implement adjustments in practice, and how to better support their neurodivergent team members.

    If you're a business keen to understand how Access to Work can support your employees, I’m here to help you.

    Learn how grants, workplace adjustments, and practical support can help neurodiverse staff members thrive, reduce barriers, and improve retention, with clear guidance on eligibility and how to apply.
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  • Specialist support worker

    For a small number of clients at a time, I work one-to-one as a specialist virtual assistant / support worker. This can include:

    ⭐ Helping with complex or executive-function-heavy admin

    ⭐ Managing overwhelming paperwork

    ⭐ Structuring tasks and routines

    ⭐ Full operational support

    ⭐ Providing steady, practical support around work demands

    Many of my clients fund our work through their Access to Work grant, but that is not a requirement.

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  • Who I work with

    Most of the people I support are:

    ⭐ Neurodivergent adults (for example autistic, dyslexic, has OCD, ADHD, or a mix of them), with or without a formal diagnosis

    ⭐ Already in work or about to start a job

    ⭐ Late diagnosed / suspecting and trying to figure out what that means for the first time

    ⭐ Intelligent, ambitious, and very capable, but so very overwhelmed

    ⭐ Trying to understand why work has always felt harder for them than for others, and what a better, more sustainable version of work could look like

    ⭐ Millenials
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Why my work matters to me

I see myself in the people I support. I know what it’s like to feel like you’re “failing” at work, when in reality the environment was never designed with you in mind.

My mission is to break down barriers and create an environment where every individual has the support they need to succeed at work.

Navigating the Access to Work process is known to be challenging, especially for neurodiverse people. My goal is to change this by increasing awareness, providing free resources, and offering expert guidance to make the ATW process as accessible as possible.

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Expertise.
Empathy.
Results.

With years of dedicated experience guiding people through the Access to Work grant process, my approach is built on personal connection and empathy.

I understand firsthand the challenges and rewards associated with ATW, which informs every consultation I give.

Together, we’ll navigate the ATW grant process, backed by a strategy that’s as empathetic as it is effective.

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making access to work clear and simple

Understanding the Access to Work process can be tricky. That's where I come in. I know the challenges neurodiverse professionals face, and I'm dedicated to making the ATW process simple and clear for everyone.

I truly believe an ATW grant can change one’s life, and my hope is that my content and work will enable as many people to successfully apply as possible.

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