For Employers
Workplace support for neurodivergent professionals
Retain brilliant people, reduce stress and put adjustments in place that actually work.
At Sage OT I partner with employers to support autistic, ADHD, and other neurodivergent colleagues, as well as staff experiencing mental health challenges. I also work with healthcare professionals in the NHS, and with teams in charities, social enterprises and larger corporations.
My approach is practical, neuro-affirming and rooted in lived experience. I know workplaces are under pressure and I focus on adjustments that make sense in real life, simple changes that protect energy, reduce absence and help people thrive at work.
Who this is for
HR, line managers, clinical leads and Wellbeing teams
NHS services, Public Sector organisations and universities
Charities, social enterprises, small organisations and corporates employers
Self-employed staff and neurodivergent business owners
Services
1) Workplace Strategy Coaching (Access to Work–eligible)
1:1 online sessions that draw on both my occupational therapy expertise and coaching skills. Each session is client-led and tailored to the individual’s needs, role and workplace; helping staff clarify goals, experiment with strategies and embed sustainable habits that last.
Typical focus areas:
Planning, prioritisation and task chunking
Communication adjustments to support email and meeting accessability.
Sensory and energy management (breaks, pacing, environments)
Boundaries, role clarity and workload negotiation
Masking/recovery, transitions and return-to-work confidence
Using tools effectively (calendars, task managers, templates)
Funding: Where eligible, Access to Work can fund coaching. I can provide quotes and session outlines to support applications. Organisations can also commission directly, costs dependent on the size of your organisation (see services page).
2) Functional Assessments & Allied Health Professionals (AHP) Health and Work Report
What is a functional assessment?
An OT-led functional assessment of the role demands and the person–environment fit, resulting in a fully evidenced clinical report with clear recommendations.
What’s included:
Role/activity analysis and barrier mapping (online interview + assessment)
Practical recommendations with clear implementation stratagies
Adjustment plan aligned to the Equality Act 2010
Optional 3 way meeting (employee–manager–OT) to agree implementation
Examples of adjustments:
Focused work blocks, meeting protocols (agenda, notes, camera-optional), quieter space or noise management, flexible start/finish, written follow-ups, clear role expectations, buddy check-ins and documentation templates.
What is an AHP health and work report?
A professional assessment that outlines how health or other factors affect work, with practical recommendations to support you, your employer, and your GP.
3) Stay-at-Work / Return-to-Work Planning
Structured plans that balance service needs with sustainable pacing, with review points and clear communication pathways.
4) Reflective Space for Managers
Confident managers make inclusive teams. These guided 1:1 or small-group sessions provide a reflective space to think through real cases and design practical support.
What we cover:
Understanding the employee experience
Designing and piloting adjustments that fit the person, role and service pressures
Pacing, workload, and rota realities (NHS-aware)
Communication scripts for tricky conversations
Benefits for Employers
Retention & recruitment savings: keep experienced staff and reduce turnover costs.
Reduced sickness absence: practical adjustments and pacing lower burnout risk.
Productivity with less friction: clearer workflows, fewer misunderstandings, better focus.
Manager confidence: reflective support and concrete scripts for tough conversations.
Faster adjustments, less escalation: clear Allied Health Professionals (AHP) health and work reports and realistic action plans.
Culture & reputation: visibly inclusive practice improves morale and employer brand.
Compliance made practical: adjustments aligned with Equality Act 2010.
Better service outcomes: when staff energy is supported, patient/client outcomes benefit.
How it works
Brief scoping call: clarify goals, roles, timelines and confidentiality.
Contracting: clear agreements (employee consent is always required for any sharing).
Delivery: online sessions (1:1 or small groups), assessments and/or workshops.
Adjustment plan: AHP report or coaching
Review: check-in on what’s working, reiterate and embed.
Confidentiality & consent:
1:1 coaching content remains confidential to the employee.
With consent, I share only agreed workplace recommendations and progress headlines.
All work is delivered online UK-wide and is GDPR-compliant.
Pricing & commissioning
Commissioned/organisation rate: £90 - £120 per hour (depending on the size of your organisation).
Fixed-price quotes available for assessments, Allied Health Professionals (AHP) health and work reports and workshops.
Worked place coaching can be commissioned by the employers or individuals can use their access to work award.
Why partner with Sage OT
NHS-aware, sector-savvy: realistic about caseloads, rotas and clinical pressures.
Third sector & Small organisations: pragmatic, no-jargon support that fits limited capacity.
Corporate ready: clear scopes, measurable outcomes and tidy documentation.
Lived experience + professional expertise: neuro-affirming, practical and evidence-informed.
Next steps
Book an Employer Intro Call to scope your needs.
Request a Quote for Occupational Therapy, coaching, assessments/AHP reports or workshops.
Have an Access to Work query? I can provide a session outline and quote to support an application.
