About Me
Welcome! I’m Cole (he/him) and I help people with ADHD understand themselves.
I bring a unique perspective to my coaching practice. I’m a Registered Mental Health Nurse and accredited ADHD Coach with over 10 years of professional experience.
Being diagnosed with ADHD in 2022 was a life changing experience for me. It allowed me to see myself in a new light, and it gave me a deeper, more personal understanding of myself and the daily challenges—and unique strengths—that come with living with ADHD. I have since found profound happiness and clarity.
Knowing I have a different brain has helped me understand why things have worked out the way they have but that doesn’t make it easier to deal with. I hold a huge amount of grief for the person I could have been if I knew I had a different brain.
My approach is simple: ADHD does not need to be “fixed.” It’s not a flaw or a failing. Instead, it’s something to be understood, embraced, and worked with. This does not come naturally, given the stigma and misunderstanding of ADHD you may have been exposed to. My role as a coach is to support you in discovering strategies that suit your unique brain and lifestyle, while also helping you to build confidence in your own abilities.
In my sessions, I focus on creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can show up exactly as they are. Many people with ADHD have spent years feeling misunderstood, “too much,” or “not enough.” My coaching is about offering a different experience - one where you’re accepted, listened to, and encouraged to explore your authentic self.
I always approach my practice with an intersectional lens. I know that ADHD doesn’t exist in isolation; our identities, backgrounds, and environments shape how we experience the world. I recognise and honour the ways these intersections influence each person’s journey with ADHD.
What I love most about this work is watching people begin to see themselves differently, often for the first time. Coaching isn’t about forcing yourself into someone else’s definition of what is right or successful. It’s about building tools and approaches that align with who you are, and learning to navigate challenges in a way that feels manageable and authentic.
If you’re looking for a coach who understands both the clinical and lived experience of ADHD, I would be honoured to work with you. Together, we can explore how to create more ease, self-compassion, and joy in your life.
Experience and Qualifications
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I am a member of the Universal Coaching Alliance and have regular supervision and undertake a at least 60 hours of Continuous Personal Development activities per year.
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Barrett Coaching and Training (2025)
The course is dual accredited by the Association for Coaching and the Universal Coaching Alliance. I’ve completed over 50 hours of ADHD coaching and continue to deepen my practice through supervision, training, and ongoing learning.
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Over 10 years experience in mental health nursing. Working in hospital and community NHS settings, including prisons and emergency mental health. My most recent role in the NHS was a Senior ADHD Practitioner where I created a Post Diagnostic Support Offer for adults with ADHD, including facilitating Peer Support Groups. I am regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council and have no restrictions on my practice.
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Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing - University of West London (2015).
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I am currently undertaking a Diploma in Neurodiversity Coaching. This add-on qualification is for coaches who have completed the Award/Certificate in ADHD Coaching with Barrett Coaching and Training. This course is accredited by the Universal Coaching Alliance.
“It’s like 20 television channels on at once…you can’t tell what anything is saying.”
TESTIMONIALS
My coaching approach
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Safe and Inclusive
Every session is judgement-free. You can show up exactly as you are, and we’ll work together with compassion and understanding
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Psychoeducation
Clear, practical information about ADHD, helping you understand your neurotype, challenges, and strengths. This knowledge empowers you to make informed choices, develop effective coping strategies, and reduce self-blame or stigma
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Strengths Based Approach
Instead of focusing on what’s “wrong,” we build on your natural energy, creativity, and problem-solving skills to create real momentum
Not sure what’s the best fit for you? Book a FREE discovery call. There’s no obligation to work together afterwards, a discovery call is just a great way to get to know each other so we can see if we’re a good fit and find the best coaching programme for you and your needs.
