Service Director

Mita Patel

About Mita

As Director of the Autism & ADHD Assessment Service, Mita provides strategic leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred assessment and support services for children, young people and adults. With over 18 years of nursing experience, including 18 years dedicated to supporting autistic individuals and people with ADHD, she brings extensive clinical expertise, compassionate leadership and a deep understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions.

As a qualified psychotherapist, Mita is passionate about promoting neurodiversity-affirming practice, ensuring every individual is treated with dignity, respect and compassion throughout their assessment journey. She leads clinical governance, service development and quality assurance, driving innovation and improving access to timely, evidence-based assessments while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Alongside her clinical leadership, Mita is the author of a series of widely used social stories designed to help autistic individuals and people with ADHD better understand everyday situations, reduce anxiety and build confidence. Her resources are trusted by families, educators and healthcare professionals for their practical, accessible and compassionate approach.

Driven by a commitment to improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families, Mita combines clinical expertise with therapeutic practice to create an inclusive service where every person feels heard, understood and empowered to reach their full potential.

Specialisations:

  • Autism & ADHD Assessments

  • Neurodevelopment Conditions

  • Mental Health Assessments

  • Person-Centred, Evidence-Based Care

  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice

  • Psychotherapy

Credentials:

Psychiatric Nurse.

Msc in Psychotherapy, EMDR Certified- Trauma Therapy Specialist, ADOS, ADIR, 3DI, DIVA (Autism and ADHD Assessment fro adults and Children) Trained.

Experience in Neurodevelopment Assessment and Treatment since 2008

Published author of social stories for autism and ADHD for children

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