Surviving July Together: Tips from Our Parent-Carer Community
The summer holidays are so close we can almost taste them. But if you are a parent-carer of a neurodivergentAn individual whose brain functions differently
Being the parent or carer of a neurodivergent child or teen can be joyful, messy, confusing, and isolating – sometimes all at once. That’s why we’re introducing a new Family Support programme, led by Yasodha Rajadurai, to provide a space that centres your experience and gives you the tools, community, and confidence to navigate it.
This pilot programme is a first step in expanding our support for families – and we’re excited to share it with you.
Led by neurodiversityHow human brains and minds differ. The Neurodiversity Movement is an approach that seeks equal rights, respect and inclusion for neurodivergent people who have conditions like autism, Asperger’s syndrome, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD, OCD or Tourette Syndrome and parent support coach Yasodha Rajadurai, this programme is designed for parents, carers, and guardians of neurodivergent children and young people.
It’s a chance to pause, reflect, and connect – with yourself, with others walking a similar path, and with new strategies grounded in empathy and inclusion.
This is a pilot, which means we’re keeping it small and flexible so we can learn from participants and shape future offerings based on your feedback.
This programme is open to:
You don’t need a formal diagnosis or the perfect words to describe what’s going on. If you’re showing up for a neurodivergent young person and want support, this is for you.
Yasodha brings both lived and professional experience to her work with families. She’s passionate about creating inclusive, affirming spaces where parents and carers feel understood – not blamed or overwhelmed.
Her approach is:
Yasodha works with families from diverse cultural and racial backgrounds and is deeply committed to anti-oppressive, trauma-informed practice.
Yasodha is a NeurodiversityHow human brains and minds differ. The Neurodiversity Movement is an approach that seeks equal rights, respect and inclusion for neurodivergent people who have conditions like autism, Asperger’s syndrome, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD, OCD or Tourette Syndrome Facilitator, Coach, and founder of All Hands Together, an organisation dedicated to supporting children who learn differently and their families. Drawing on her experience as both a parent and special educator, she takes a strengths-based, person-centred approach that empowers individuals and families alike. Yasodha also works with organisations to foster inclusive environments, with a focus on mental health and intersectionalityThe way multiple forms of discrimination (such as racism, sexism, and classism) combine, overlap, or intersect especially in the experiences of marginalised individuals or groups..
Yasodha has an Advanced Diploma in Coaching and a Master’s in Education. She is a CCET-certified member of the British Psychological Society, a qualified Mental Health First Aider, and holds a Level 3 Safeguarding Certificate.
At NeuroTribe UK, we’ve seen how often families are left out of the support conversation – or given advice that doesn’t fit their reality.
We want to change that. This pilot is our way of exploring what meaningful, sustainable family support could look like – designed with input from the people who need it most.
We’re currently welcoming expressions of interest for the pilot, with limited places available to ensure the space remains safe and supportive. If you’d like to find out more or register your interest, please fill out the form or get in touch using the buttons below.
The summer holidays are so close we can almost taste them. But if you are a parent-carer of a neurodivergentAn individual whose brain functions differently
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The two can beautifully complement each other: therapy brings deeper understanding, and coaching turns that insight into day-to-day progress. Together, they support both your emotional health and your parenting confidence—helping you move from just coping to thriving.