I have a unique perspective of autism as I am autistic (diagnosed as an adult), my children (young adults) are autistic, I have specialised in teaching autistic children, and I am an autism researcher.

I am a highly experienced teacher; and have taught in mainstream primary and secondary schools, special schools, and alternative provisions. I am also a qualified SENCo, and have recently been a SENCo in a mainstream secondary school. Although no longer school-based, I still enjoy working with children and young people, and specialise in SEN tutoring for children of all ages, and mentoring for neurodivergent adults, young adults, and teenagers.

I am an experienced autism speaker, trainer and consultant, having travelled across the country and internationally to deliver talks and training sessions on a wide variety of topics to a range of attendees, including parents and professionals from education, health and the care sector. I started my business in 2014 as I realised there was a need for autism speakers and trainers with both personal and professional experience.

In addition, I enjoy carrying out autism research. Early this year I passed an MSc in Psychology. This included a research project on autism in Black and Black mixed-heritage late-diagnosed autistic women, including myself. I first presented my findings at an international autism conference in Poland in autumn 2022, and subsequently at other events in England. My previous postgraduate research looked at effective transition from primary school to secondary school for autistic children.

I am particularly interested in the experiences of autistic women and girls, especially those who received a late diagnosis. I am also keen to explore the impact of intersectionality on marginalised groups. I will be taking this interest further as I am starting a PhD in September, with my proposed research exploring the impact of a later diagnosis of autism in Black and Black mixed heritage girls, so that more can be done to support them in school.

Outside of work and study, I enjoy listening to music, reading, walking my dog, and going to see my favourite football team play. I love sci-fi programmes, in particular Doctor Who and all Star Trek series. I also love watching Marvel (MCU) films.