Janet Gothelf · BACP (accred) MA

Respecting the dignity of difference

Counselling, psychotherapy and coaching for neurodivergent and neurotypical people – providing innovative approaches, enabling self awareness and self development.

Over 30 years in the field of autism, ADHD and AuDHD. Individuals, couples, families, groups, training and consultancy.

Logical & Reasoned
Coherent & Clear
Neurotypical & Neurodiverse
Supportive & Safe
Listen & Understand
Non-judgmental & Confidential

The Insight

Knowledge & Understanding

The world around us can be very confusing and overwhelming. It continues to evolve and change at a frenetic pace. Our ability to ‘keep up’ and cope with volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity of life is often challenged. We may seek help and support from organisations and from individual professionals and yet this too can be a challenge to know ‘where to go’ and ‘who to turn to’ to get the best and most effective support.

Having worked as a professional in this field for over 30 years, I have gained an intimate understanding of the real challenges my clients face. I have developed an innovative approach that recognises that every client is different. I work with Neurodivergent (particularly Autism, AuDHD and ADHD) and with Neurotypical clients. By working in collaboration with my clients I can understand ‘who’ my client is (more than what their situation or condition might be), and this is at the heart of my practice; respecting the dignity of difference.

The privilege of working with my clients has enabled me to elicit the following perspectives;

  • People own what they help to create. Collaborating and empowering ‘understanding’ delivers exceptional outcomes. Be empowered.
  • Personal ‘meaning and purpose’ come through revealing our authentic self. This comes from taking personal interest in discovering ourselves and sharing this with others. Be interesting.
  • Investing the time to learn about others creates meaningful connections and relationships and avoids misunderstandings and misinterpretations, which can cause difficulties. Be interactive and interested.
  • Increasing our focus on the external world; engaging in activities and engaging with people helps bring meaning and purpose to our lives. Be involved and giving.
  • Understanding is the first step to acceptance. Most life challenges are a source of improvement and need not be feared. It is not what happens to us, it is the way we respond that shapes our future. Be curious and receptive.

I am so confused  ·  I feel like an alien  ·  I need to figure it out my way  ·  Why don’t they like me?  ·  I can’t cope with the noise  ·  Why do I mask all the time?  ·  I’m overwhelmed

The Approach

Self & Others

Working with Neurodiverse (Autism , AuDHD and ADHD) and Neurotypical clients ‘the Approach’ devised is both flexible and/or structured to meet the needs of the individual. ‘The Approach’ recognises that diversity warrants creativity and can also benefit from ‘tried and tested’ models. The wealth of experience gained from listening to clients for over 30 years reinforces the importance of;

The ‘dignity of difference’

A confidential, supportive and safe space from which to explore clients’ unique perspectives and experiences. This approach enables clients to better understand themselves, their life experience and other people. The aim is to cope better, achieve more contentment, to become more productive, happier, enriched and with an improved future.

Inclusive

We work holistically by engaging with the clients’ experiences and environment to enable them to do things ‘their way’. We identify and build upon strengths and we develop skills and strategies to cope with difficulties. This approach starts to develop purpose and meaning where it is needed and enables active participation and the opportunity to take control to live a more fulfilling and rewarding life.

Partnership

With the clients consent, we engage (where appropriate) with parents, spouse/partner, friends & family to build a complete picture. Also when relevant we engage with Employers, Social services, Mental health services, Education establishments, Support workers and the Criminal justice system. This inclusive systemic approach creates a supportive environment whereby the ‘people’ around the individual can learn and make adjustments and modifications to enable a more effective situation.

Thank you for understanding me  ·  We have much less conflict now we understand autism  ·  Our marriage has improved now we can communicate  ·  I am more aware of my choices

Services

Individuals & Groups

Services are structured to support the wide array of client needs and continue to evolve and grow. Clearer Perspectives strives to deliver services that help clients achieve their desired outcomes.

  • 1-1 sessions supporting the Neurodiverse
  • 1-1 sessions supporting the Neurotypical (Particularly those living with people with ADHD and autism)
  • Couple work where one (or both) partners are Neurodivergent
  • Family Counselling where one or more members of the family are Neurodivergent
  • Book club; for autistic adults An opportunity to learn more about ‘ones self’ and about ‘others’ through literature.
  • Social Understanding and Communication; helping autistic adults to build knowledge and social understanding.
  • Social groups; where neurodivergent adults engage in social activities in a safe and supportive environment (e.g. visiting speakers, restaurant & bowling). Building confidence.
  • Woman’s Forum for females diagnosed or identifying as being on the autism spectrum. A forum to explore the impact of autism on their lives.
  • Gender Identity exploration. A safe space to engage with the complexities of identity and its intersectionality with neurodiversity
  • Writing group for autistic adults to express themselves through the written word.
  • Neurodiverse Therapeutic Group to share and explore issues, differences and challenges with “likeminded” individuals.
  • Parenting and neurodiversity; to explore and collectively create better ways to parent.
  • Awareness training and workshops; Autism and AuDHD ADHD awareness training. Highly interactive and engaging to provide insights and strategies that inform people living with or working with those with Neurodiversity. The workshops are tailored to suit the interests and knowledge base of the delegates attending.
  • Talks/Lectures; Keynote speaker. Working with: Employers/ Teachers & Educational Professionals / Health Professionals/ Psychotherapists & Counsellors/Social Workers/ Probation Service/Residential Support Workers/ Medical Students/ Ministers.
  • Consultancy; To help employers and organisations with their diversity and inclusion agenda, specifically with regards to neurodiversity. To creatively engage with business in recruitment, retention and harnessing the potential of the neurodiverse talent pool.
  • Mediation/Interpretation; Autism at its core is a social and communication difference and as such difficulties do arise. Mediation and interpretation can provide a necessary bridge to finding the best outcome for all parties.

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  • Social Understanding
  • Conversational skills and communication
  • Understanding relationships
  • Neurodiverse Wellbeing
  • Managing as part of a neurodiverse couple
  • Intimacy and sexual understanding
  • How to make friends
  • Employability- helping the individual improve their employability and be more successful in the workplace
  • Understanding the Neurotypical
  • Understanding my Autism
  • Understanding my ADHD
  • Gender identity and autism
  • Understanding my emotions
  • Neurodiversity and Anxiety
  • Neurodiversity and self-harm
  • Impact of Autism on the family
  • Managing University life
  • Autistic Women
  • Working with Neurodivergent people

Outcomes

Needs & Goals

Understanding the individual and recognising his or her needs and goals enables a sharp focus on outcomes. Clearer Perspectives is described as insightful, unconventional and innovative. We work together to come up with ideas and solutions and we consider the consequences of the next steps. Typically, the process builds self-esteem, self-worth and the value and dignity of difference. The individual is helped to find their own unique way of building awareness of societal norms and then enabling the choice of whether they conform to them or not.

The outcomes are typically the achievement of deeper understanding and improved ability to effectively ‘manage’ and ‘cope’ with challenges

What we work on

What clients report

Client voices

Client testimonials from individual work, couple and family sessions, groups and training.

About Janet

Counsellor & Facilitator

Janet Gothelf  BACP(accred) MA

Psychotherapist specialising in working with Adults with Asperger Syndrome

Janet Gothelf has worked in the field of Autism for over 30 years and is the founder of ‘Clearer Perspectives’ – a practice established in 1998 to support and improve the lives of her clients.  She specialises in working with the Neurodiverse (particularly Autism, AuDHD and ADHD), and with Neurotypical clients. By working in collaboration with her clients she can understand ‘who’ her client is (more than what their situation or condition might be), and this is at the heart of her practice; respecting the dignity of difference.

Janet comes from a psychotherapy background and works extensively with people with Neurodiversity their families & their employers. She works with individuals as well as facilitating many different Adult autism groups.

Janet is a passionate and experienced autism awareness trainer and has consulted both in the public and private sector enabling a productive and effective relationship between the neurodivergent individual and their surroundings.

Janet has a postgraduate qualification in Asperger Syndrome (Sheffield Hallam University) and a Masters in Autism (Distinction) from The University of Birmingham. Janet is an eclectic practitioner who has trained in a variety of therapeutic models (CBT, Systemic family Therapy, Psychodynamic, Solution focussed, Mindfulness) and is committed to continued professional development.  Janet is registered accredited member of the BACP and has professional indemnity insurance and has the necessary regular supervision.

She believes in the dignity of difference that defines Autism and ADHD and is described as a straightforward, trustworthy, non-judgmental, innovative and caring clinician.

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Here & Now

A first conversation is simply a conversation – about what you are finding difficult and whether this is the right kind of support for you.

Email

janet-gothelf@clearer-perspectives.com

Mobile

07958 700168

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