Thriving Through Strengths and Support: ADHD AWARENESS MONTH
- Snez
- Oct 30
- 3 min read
Katy has spent over two decades immersed in the disability community — both professionally and personally. As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner at My Right 2 Voice, she brings a rare combination of formal qualifications, hands-on experience, and lived insight that allows her to make a tangible difference in the lives of participants. Her work spans mental health, psychosocial disability, family violence, autism, and ADHD, with a focus on building strengths, capacity, and confidence.
Creating space for Neurodiversity:
“I’ve been fortunate to be a part of some really wonderful participants’ lives,” Katy says.
“I’ve supported people to advocate for themselves, build on their strengths, and make meaningful, lasting changes by coordinating the supports they requested, listening, and showing care and empathy.” Her dedication doesn’t stop at her participants — it extends to the teams she works with and the environment she contributes to every day.
Katy’s professional journey began in support work, followed by three years as a Support Coordinator. Along the way, she has developed extensive expertise in navigating complex service systems and fostering positive collaboration between them, always with a person-centred approach. “It’s about meeting people where they are,” she explains. “Focusing on what’s possible rather than what’s missing.”
But Katy’s ability to thrive in her role isn’t just about her skills — it’s also about the environment that supports her.
“I have neurodivergent children, and I’m a bit of a spicy bean myself, so there are a lot of demands on my attention and focus,” she shares. “Simply put, without the accommodations that My Right 2 Voice provides, I wouldn’t be able to work, support others, or build the meaningful connections I have today.”
Neurodiversity-Affirming Workplaces & its impact:
Those accommodations have taken many forms. Flexible hours allow Katy to manage her energy across the day, while options to work from different spaces reduce distractions and help her focus on complex tasks. Beyond these practical adjustments, the culture itself — inclusive language, consistent recognition, and a team that values wellbeing — gives her confidence to contribute fully.
Katy explains, “It’s the combination of tangible supports and emotional acknowledgment that makes all the difference. I feel genuinely seen, valued, and trusted.”
The impact is clear not just for Katy, but for those she supports. With her energy and focus maximised, she can build deeper connections with participants, coordinate supports more effectively, and model empathy and understanding in her professional relationships. The accommodations she benefits from are not just about making work easier — they enable her to perform at her best and help others thrive alongside her.
Growing up and even into adulthood, Katy often felt like she didn’t quite fit in anywhere. Today, she is part of a space that celebrates individuality and neurodiversity. Being able to work in an environment where her differences are understood and supported has been transformative, both personally and professionally.
By providing accommodations, celebrating strengths, and modelling inclusive practices, workplaces can unlock the potential of neurodivergent staff and create environments where everyone can contribute their best.
ADHD Awareness Month: Carrying it Forward
As mentioned in our previous article, Inclusion isn’t a one-month project. It’s an ongoing effort to build workplaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. ADHD Awareness Month offers a chance to spark dialogue and carry it forward, long after the calendar turns.
At My Right 2 Voice, we don’t just talk about inclusion.
We do the real work and practice it.
And we invite you to do it with us. 😊
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