Allison Dolnik

About me

Hello fellow Neurodivergents! I’m Allison, a neurodivergent ADHD Coach and Integrative Therapist based in southeast London (via Wisconsin, USA).

I was diagnosed “later in life” with ADHD after becoming a mother in 2018. My world felt unmanageable and I was left feeling overwhelmed and alone, and I couldn’t understand why others seemed to function with ease while I struggled in silence. While a diagnosis felt like a relief, I also felt a sense of grief and was left wondering, “now what?”.

I accessed ADHD coaching in 2020 and it was a gamechanger. I was able to take what I learned and keep it as a toolkit, readily handy whenever I need it. ADHD Coaching started me on a journey to self-compassion over self-doubt and ignited my desire to help others achieve peace and balance.

As a certified ADHD Coach and Clinical Social Worker, I take a integrative approach in working with clients. This includes utilising an executive function framework alongside solution-focused and strength-based practice, looking at systems and support, as well as CBT-informed principles to target negative thought patterns and self-criticism.

Training, qualifications & training

Experience

Clinical Social Worker – 10+ years in frontline mental health and youth justice services
ADHD Coach – Qualified since August 2024
Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis

Qualifications & Training

ADHD Informed Coach Certificate – Gold Mind Academy (In Progress)
ADHD Coaching Certificate – ADHD Works (2024)
Master of Social Work – Mental Health/Substance Use/Trauma Informed Care (UW-Milwaukee, 2014)

Fees

Sessions start at £100/hr
Concession and Subsidized rates available, please enquire

Availability