Karen Bennett
Counselling, Neurodivergent Coaching, Rest and Restore Protocol - Music Therapy, Safe and Sound Protocol - Music Therapy
I’m a neurodivergent counsellor, coach, and parent to six neurodivergent children — and I understand firsthand how complex, exhausting, and beautiful this journey can be. My training in life coaching and professional counselling has given me tools, but it’s my lived experience that shaped how I truly support others. I know what it’s like to fight for answers, to hit burnout, and to feel like no one really sees the whole picture. At Divergent Minds, I offer a space where parents and individuals can feel understood, regulated, and supported — not just as clients, but as whole human beings.
How I Got Started
Divergent Minds Counselling Services began with a clear vision: to create the kind of support I couldn’t find when my family needed it most. I saw how often neurodivergent individuals — especially parents and children — were misunderstood, underserved, or asked to change who they are to get help. I wanted to build something different: a space rooted in compassion, nervous system safety, and practical, affirming care. With a foundation in counselling, coaching, and real-life experience, Divergent Minds is where holistic support meets deep understanding.
Why Your Journey Matters
At Divergent Minds Counselling Services, I know how heavy it can feel to carry the weight of constantly being misunderstood — by systems, by others, sometimes even by yourself. Your journey matters because you matter — not just the challenges you face, but the way your brain works, the life you've lived, and the resilience you’ve built along the way. This isn’t about fixing you; it’s about offering support that sees your full humanity and helps you move toward clarity, connection, and real self-trust — at your pace, in your way.
