
Jade Farrington
She/Her
Online
About Me and How I Work
I support people who want to create a happy neurodivergent life that works with their brain instead of against it.
I am LGBTQIA+, home education and neurodivergence-affirming. People in all of these groups can find themselves misunderstood by counsellors and other professionals who don’t understand their identity. I aim to provide a safe space and to affirm your lived experience.
Some of my clients are exploring who they are and processing their past after realising their neurodivergent or LGBTQIA+ identity. Others are seeking help with other life issues and want a counsellor who is likely to understand and validate their experiences. It's common for autistic adults and those with a late diagnosis or self-identification to have a lot to unpick as they grow into their newly discovered neurodivergent identity.
I do not view autism, ADHD or other neurodivergences as disorders or conditions. There is nothing wrong with being neurodivergent. Research shows that building a positive neurodivergent identity is crucial for improving self-esteem, and I support people on their journey to achieve this.
I work online internationally (subject to your country's laws permitting this) from my base in Cornwall, United Kingdom.
I also produce free and low-cost neuroaffirming resources which are available to all via https://jadefarrington.com/articles-resources-and-information/
Qualifications & Professional Background
I am professionally accredited by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS); ICO registered; and hold insurance and a DBS check.
My formal qualifications include:
» Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Devon and Cornwall Counselling Hub)
» Level 5 Diploma in Trauma and Mental Health Informed Schools and Communities (Trauma Informed Schools UK)
» BSc (Hons) Sociology (University of Plymouth)
» Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Supervision of Psychological Therapies Practice (University of Exeter)
» Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Practice in Education Settings (University of Exeter)
» MSc Psychology (Manchester Metropolitan University)
I undertake regular CPD courses and training, particularly focused on autism, ADHD, neurodiversity and neurodivergence, and I hold a certificate in Rewind Trauma Therapy from the International Association of Rewind Trauma Therapy.
National Diversity Awards 2025 - Positive Role Model Award for Disability Nominee
Next Steps
Please email me at contact@jadefarrington.com to book a free 15-minute video consultation. You can find out how this works at https://jadefarrington.com/what-does-working-with-you-involve/ I aim to reply to queries within 48 hours. For frequently asked questions, please see https://jadefarrington.com/faqs/
My current fees are available at https://jadefarrington.com/fees/
My Socials
https://www.jadefarrington.com
https://jadefarrington.substack.com
https://www.facebook.com/JadeFarringtonLaunceston
https://www.instagram.com/jadefarringtonlaunceston/
https://bsky.app/profile/jadefarrington.bsky.social
https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyneurodivergentlife/
https://theleap.co/creator/JadeFarrington/