About hey!dhd

Mentoring is a supportive, developmental relationship where there is a 1-to-1 engagement between a learner (the mentee) and a more experienced individual (the mentor) who shares knowledge and guidance around a specific need.

The incorporation of neuro-affirming practice in our mentoring practice recognises the unique challenges that neurodivergent young people face when moving from secondary school to tertiary education or the workplace.  We will support you in developing the skills you need to achieve your goals, provide accountability, and develop your executive function skills, in order to access opportunities for personal and professional development, such as:

• challenges with executive function 
• developing and implementing strategies for education
• creating and building relationships in the workplace

Kathleen's consulting practice combines the use of, and the teaching of, neurodivergent affirming practice. When these programs are led by neurodivergent individuals, they incorporate unique insights and approaches derived from lived experiences. This perspective enriches the training, making it more inclusive and applicable to a diverse range of learning styles and cognitive processes. 

Working with Kathleen, you will be able to benefit from her experiences working with organisations such as Telstra, Virgin Australia, the Department of Immigration and the NSW Police Force.  In addition, drawing on current research, Kathleen embeds universal design principles into her training and education programs.  This approach ensures that, regardless of the content being delivered, training and education programs delivered by hey!dhd are inclusive and accessible for all learners.

Advocacy plays a crucial role in promoting social justice, influencing public policy, and protecting the rights and interests of individuals and communities. By raising awareness of issues, advocating for change, and voicing the concerns of neurodivergent young people, advocacy efforts help ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to participate in both education and the workplace, as well as access necessary resources.

Advocacy provides crucial support for families by helping them navigate systems, access resources, and ensure their rights are upheld. This can be even more complex for neurodivergent families as they navigate the interactions with schools and workplaces. By bridging gaps and facilitating communication, advocacy ensures that the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals are met and respected in educational and professional environments.