About Me
Hi! I'm Jade Harlow. I'm late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD, and a specialist mentor for neurodivergent (and questioning) adults.
I live in rural Mid Wales with my rescue greyhound, Wednesday. I've worked in mental health and disability support for about 7 years, and most recently spent two years as a Specialist Mentor for neurodivergent students in Higher Education.
I'm currently studying a Master's degree in Inclusion, specialising in autistic adults. My special interests are neurodivergence and disability, tattoos and bouldering. I also love crochet, gardening, colourful stationary, art, baking and nature.
Education, Qualifications
and Experience
Particular areas of interest
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Lived experience as an autistic/ADHD and otherwise disabled individual
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BSc Social Science (1:1)
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Currently studying MA Inclusion (Autism Adults pathway)
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5 years of autism and mental health support work experience
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1 year as a Disabled Students Allowance Assessor
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2 years as a Specialist Mentor for autistic and ADHD university students
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Extensive Continuous Professional Development (research, conferences, training and further education)
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identifying and meeting needs as a late-identified/diagnosed individual
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masking
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burnout
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demand avoidance / drive for autonomy
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alternative relationship styles
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gender identity
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sexuality
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the interaction between neurodivergence
and co-occurring conditions -
the neurodivergent experience of chronic illness and chronic pain
My beliefs about neurodivergence
I believe that neurodivergence is a natural and valuable part of human diversity; I see autism, ADHD and other neurotypes as differences, not deficits. We have unique ways of experiencing and interacting with the world, including our personal profiles of strengths and difficulties. I take a strengths-based neuro-affirming approach to mentoring and love to support people to identify and apply their abilities and skills. However, I also believe that it's perfectly valid to not be working towards self-improvement and to desire maintenance, not growth. I also recognise that neurodivergence can be disabling, and support my clients to navigate challenges.
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My aim is to support you to be your best neurodivergent self!
My Goals
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to provide inclusive, personalised and neuro-affirming mentoring support to neurodivergent and questioning adults - at an affordable rate
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to promote autonomy and advocacy
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to share knowledge and resources and improve access to autism research literature