Embracing neurodiversity - support and empowerement for your neurodivergent journey.
Whatever you have been waiting to start, start where you are.
You are not alone. I am here for supporting you.
Heartful Welcome
– to embrace your unique story
I am delighted that you have found your way here, to a safe place that profoundly understands neurodiversity. I’m Riikka Seppälä, seasoned adhd & autism coach, author, emotional wellbeing trainer and Dare to Lead trained facilitator, specialising in neurodiversity, shame resilience, empathy and selfcompassion skills, as well as making feel of belonging possible.
I am dedicated to supporting neurodivergent individuals and their close ones, empowering them to embrace their life and own their unique stories. I believe in the power of understanding, acceptance, and practical support to enhance the lives of those navigating neurodiversity.
My mission is to provide comprehensive and compassionate support that fosters self-awareness, resilience, and well-being among neurodivergent individuals, their families and professionals working with them. I am especially skilled in topics such as understanding and supporting neurodivergent girls and women, supporting parents raising their children by applying low-demand approach, understanding PDA in the family, coping and healing from autistic burnout and helping neurodivergent professionals to find best strategies for trhriving and wellbeing at work.
I also coach and train organisations and workplaces in shameinformed practises, and help them to build inclusive cultures and neurodiversity affirming leadership - designing workplaces where everyone can utilize their stregths, to thrive as their authentic selves and be seen, valued and heard - to feel true belonging.
This is how can I help you:
Neurodiversity-Informed Coaching: Tailored to the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals and their family.
Strengths-Based Approach consultation: Focusing on identifying and building on individual strengths and strategies for executive functioning, stress management, self- awarenss and emotional regulation.
Shame resilience skills: Understanding and addressing the impact of shame in different areas of life.
Compassionate Support: Providing a safe, non-judgmental space for growth and healing.
Consultation and Training for professionals and leaders: For educators, social sector professionals, and organizations on neurodiversity and humane interactions.
I am here to support you with empathy and understanding, helping you navigate and thrive in your unique journey.
Explore services
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Individual Support - one to one coachin (online and face to face)
- Personalized coaching and counseling tailored to the needs of neurodivergent individuals.
- Strategies for managing daily challenges, enhancing self-regulation, and building self-confidence.
- Guidance on navigating educational, social, and professional environments.
- Special focus on shame resilience skills to help individuals develop healthy coping mechanisms and a strong sense of self-worth.
- Expertise in healing from autistic burnout,providing support for recovery and sustainable self-care practices.
- Assistance in balancing work and life as a neurodivergent adult, helping to create a harmonious and fulfilling lifestyle.
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Parent Support - one to one / group coaching (online and face-to face)
- Coaching and counseling sessions for parents, families and other close ones to better understand and support their neurodivergent loved ones.
- Tools and techniques for effective communication, fostering empathy, and creating supportive home environments.
- Guidance on navigating educational, social, and professional environments.
- Guidance on low demand parenting and understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), offering strategies to support children with these needs.
- Support for surviving parental blame, helping parents to navigate criticism and develop resilient family dynamics.
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Educational Workshops and Trainings
- Trainings, lectures and key notes designed to deepen understanding of neurodivergent experiences.
- Practical support strategies for health care professionals, educators, employers, and caregivers.
- Emphasis on promoting emotional well-being and mental health of neurodivergent people and their close ones.
- Training on developing shame resilience skills to create supportive and inclusive environments.
- Specialized training on understanding and supporting neurodivergent girls and women, addressing their unique experiences and challenges.
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Neurodiversity and a Socially Responsible, Humane, and Well-Being-Oriented Work Life - Walk the Talk
Neurodiversity as a Competitive Advantage - Executive Consulting
Consulting for senior management to leverage neurodiversity as a strategic advantage.
Neurodiversity-Aware and Supportive Leadership and Culture
Promoting leadership and management practices that recognize and support neurodiversity.
Neurodiversity-Inclusive Processes and Practices
Implementing neurodiversity-aware leadership, communication, and interaction.
Designing flexible digital and physical work environments.
Developing inclusive communication and recruitment processes.
Professional Self-Awareness and Diversity Leadership for Supervisors
Enhancing supervisors' self-awareness and skills in leading diverse teams.
Empathy and Inclusion in Neurodiversity
Building empathy skills and fostering inclusive workplace communities.
Understanding and Recognizing Shame in Work Interactions
Addressing and recognizing shame in workplace interactions and leadership.
Family-Friendly Work Life
Supporting parents of neurodivergent children with strategies for work-life balance and well-being.
Neurodiversity as Part of DEI Strategy
Incorporating neurodiversity into diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies and management models.
From Mistakes to Strengths
Applying a strengths-based and solution-focused approach as a workplace skill.
Neurodiversity Coaching for individuals - Finding ways to thrive
Recognizing and regulating emotional, social, cognitive, and physical stressors to enhance well-being.
“I have received help and support in workplace well-being, gaining clarity in my own perspectives, and support for concrete actions. I am satisfied with how 'deep' the reflections have gone. I also appreciated that my thought patterns were challenged; I have certainly grown during this process. I highly recommend Riikka as a coach. I have received valuable tools from her to promote well-being as we worked together to address thoughts related to work and resilience.
Expert who participated in neurodiversity-themed individual coaching, Aiven Oy"
”Long-lasting situations in families can be exhausting for both children and adults. When life is lived on high alert day after day, week after week, month after month, and year after year, it’s no wonder that parents become weary. These issues are rarely discussed with parents, and many professionals often lack the ability to address the deepest and most challenging feelings of parents. But you have that ability."
Parent of neurodivergent teen
“I want to say thank you, again, for your training today! It was not only incredibly insightful but also very moving, and I know what we learned today will really stick with me. You are doing very important work, and it's really wonderful that you bring your whole self along to the training. It was, at least for me, a wonderfully human experience.
Exploring neurodiversity at work -training with Columbia Road, consultant
”I participated your Neurodiversity deepdive for people leads- training at Solita and found so many little and big things to think about, I even talked to my partner about these topics last night. I think the training was very good, you are a wonderful speaker and I am looking forward to chances to take part in more trainings.”
Talent Acquisition, Solita
Would love to share the journey with you.
Strong international Experience: I am a seasoned coach, passionate advocate and expert in worklife and neurodiversity, with extensive experience in supporting neurodivergent individuals in diffrent areas of life.
Holistic Approach: My way of addressing the emotional, social, cognitive and practical aspects of neurodiversity offers comprehensive support, no matter what your situation is.
Empathy and Understanding: My mission to support is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and their families.
Unique Expertise: My services are enriched by deep knowledge in areas such as shame resilience, supporting neurodivergent girls and women, PDA and low demand parenting, autistic burnout recovery, surviving parental blame, and balancing work-life dynamics as a neurodivergent adult.
Get in touch - I am here for you ♡
