Accessibility

This website, and my practice, are shaped by a belief that people should not have to work hard to access support. I aim to make both as accessible, calm, and predictable as I can.

My work is informed by many years of experience alongside neurodivergent and learning-disabled people, and by my own life as a parent and carer. Accessibility is not an add-on here — it is part of how I work.

 

What I've done on this website

I've tried to make the site straightforward to read and navigate. That includes:

• Plain English — short sentences, one idea per paragraph, minimal jargon

• Readable fonts and sizes — chosen for clarity, including for dyslexic readers

• Good colour contrast between text and background

• Consistent layout — the same navigation, headings, and buttons on every page

• Reduced motion — no auto-playing carousels, parallax, or flashing content

• Descriptive headings so screen readers can follow the structure

• Alt text on images so screen readers can describe them

• Keyboard navigation — you can move around the site without a mouse

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I aim to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. I review the site regularly and am always working to improve it.

 

How I work with clients

I try to make the work itself accessible too. That can include:

• Offering sessions online, so you can be in a place that feels comfortable

• Sending information in advance of a first call, so you know what to expect

• Keeping messages short and clear, or longer and detailed — whichever suits you

• Allowing extra time for first contact or for decisions

• Using a communication style that works for you — written, spoken, voice notes, or a mix

• Welcoming a supporter or advocate into sessions if that helps

• Being open to breaks, different session lengths, or quieter or slower pacing

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If there's something else that would help, please tell me. I would rather adjust than assume.
 

If something on this site isn't working for you

I want this site to be usable for everyone who visits. If you find anything that is hard to read, confusing, or doesn't work properly, please let me know — I'll do my best to fix it or find another way to share the information.

You can contact me by:

 

• Email: nicola@discoveringself.co.uk

• Phone or text: 07450 019646

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There is no wrong way to get in touch, and you don't need to explain why. A short message is always enough.

 

Ongoing work

Accessibility is never finished. I'll keep learning, listening, and making changes. If you have suggestions or feedback, I'd genuinely like to hear them.

Last reviewed: April 2026
 

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