Charlie Bishop

Hi, I’m Charlie. I empower people with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions to take control of their time, energy, and resources, and build a balanced life. I’m a former University Academic and fully qualified coach offering ADHD-informed Life Coaching focused on academic success, career planning and job performance, managing daily life and balancing responsibilities, deciding next steps, and navigating transitions such as leaving home, starting university, changing careers, or moving from education into the workplace. I also enjoy supporting people at different life stages who are adapting to an ADHD diagnosis (including self-diagnosis) in themselves or their children.

I specialise in working with people who have ADHD (diagnosed or undiagnosed) or ADHD-like traits, or who have other neurodivergent conditions such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, and autism. You do not need to have ADHD to work with me though. I am fully trained in Life Coaching and have successfully coached many people who are not neurodivergent. In my previous career as an academic I supported hundreds of young people with their studies, career planning, and health and well-being, many who were neurodivergent, most who weren't.

I support my clients to move away from chaos, overwhelm or uncertainty toward a place where they feel calm and in control, are more efficient and productive, and have clarity on how to reach their goals.

Being diagnosed with ADHD in my late 30s, at the same time as my daughter who was 14 at the time, completely changed how I view myself and manage my life. Reframing both our lives through the lens of ADHD, and later dyspraxia, created in me a real desire to understand ADHD so that I could overcome the challenges and overwhelm I was experiencing.

I decided to become a coach to help others navigate similar experiences. I really understand what having ADHD is like and I am here to help you gain insight, understand yourself, and develop strategies so that you can thrive.

Having experienced the benefits of coaching with an ADHD-informed coach, I firmly believe in the transformative power of individualised support to develop personalised strategies that help us overcome challenges and move forward in life.

My combination of personal and professional experience gives me a deep understanding of the demands placed upon people at work, home, and in their studies, especially for those who are neurodivergent. As your coach I will help you develop effective strategies and make meaningful changes to enhance productivity and create a calmer, more enjoyable life.

I offer a free no-obligation introductory call. This lasts 30 minutes and is for us to discuss what you would like to get out of coaching and decide whether it feels right to work together. Drop me a message or visit my website for the link to book this. 

All my coaching packages include:

• A free 30-minute initial chat (“discovery call”) to explore how we could work together.
• A series of coaching sessions, each tailored to your unique needs and goals.
• A summary of key insights and any agreed actions provided after each session.
• Accountability and between session support via email or WhatsApp, if required.
• Worksheets and other resources to support you to gain clarity and sustain momentum.
• Psycho-education on ADHD and executive functioning, if required.
• Regular mini-reviews and a final review session to reflect on progress and next steps.

Package of 6 sessions: £540
Package of 12 sessions: £995

Sessions take place weekly or fortnightly, depending on your current challenges and goals. We will discuss this during the initial stages.

Blocks of twelve sessions can be paid in installments.

I also offer some low-cost spaces for students in receipt of the full maintenance loan or those on a low income – please ask.

After the initial package, individual sessions can be booked at £95. However, it takes time to make changes that are sustainable and aligned with your goals and aspirations. I therefore do not recommend less than 6 sessions initially.

What can you expect from me as a Coach?

• A qualified coach with a wealth of experience in supporting people through education and in the workplace.
• A deep understanding of ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions.
• Experience of education at all levels, including doctoral.
• Support to plan your career or next steps in an ADHD-friendly way.
• Experience in advocating for workplace accommodations and educational adjustments.
• A calm, safe, confidential space.
• No judgments, no unhelpful advice, just support to set realistic goals and develop strategies that work for YOU.
• Probing questions, curiosity, and gentle challenge to help you see different perspectives and try new ways of doing things.
• Warmth, understanding, and huge amounts of empathy.
• Someone walking beside you as you try out new ways of doing things, encouraging you, and helping you stay on track.