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Scotland's Award Winning Neurodivergent Hub - HEAT 25 Forth Valley Winner
Therapeutic and Psychological Guidance
Because supporting yourself is the first step to supporting your child.
Parenting a neurodivergent child can fill your life with joy but it can also feel overwhelming, exhausting and isolating. You pour everything into your child and forget to care for yourself. That is where we come in.
Our personalised one to one coaching and development sessions are crafted for parents, carers and guardians of neurodivergent children. Whether you are neurodivergent yourself or your child is, we deliver practical tools grounded in psychology, experience and compassion to help you build confidence, resilience and insight so you can navigate parenting with clarity and calm. We guide you through everyday routines, from morning preparations to family outings, helping you manage stress, foster positive communication and nurture wellbeing for the whole family.
Choosing ExploreBuddy means partnering with an ally who believes in your strength, supports your growth and stands beside you at every turn. Here you will find empathy you can feel, strategies you can trust and community you can rely on.
Meet Your Specialist Mental Health Nurse and Educator
With vast experience supporting neurodivergent families, Lucinda combines lived experience with recognised professional expertise.
As an NMC-registered Mental Health Nurse, member of the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis and Professional Authority Standards, SEN Specialist, and CPD-certified trainer, Lucinda will support the family with a listening ear, strategies and confidence to create truly inclusive, sustainable change.
You can trust ExploreBuddy to deliver professional, evidence-based, and compassionate support and will truly understand everyone at their level. We are in this together.
Led by Lucinda Wiley
Why Choose Us
Our one to one parental coaching combines proven psychological methods, extensive neurodiversity expertise and genuine empathy. We take the time to understand your parenting style, family dynamics and personal strengths so we can co-create strategies that fit your life and values. No other provider offers this level of tailored, insight-driven support for parents and carers.
We move beyond generic advice to help you harness your natural skills whether organisation, creativity or problem solving to build confidence, resilience and emotional balance. When coaching aligns with your passions and routines, every insight becomes a tool you can trust and every success reinforces your sense of calm and control.
We embed techniques into everyday moments, from morning preparations and school runs to family meals and bedtime rituals. Managing stress, preventing overwhelm and fostering positive communication become part of your daily rhythm, not just ideas discussed in a session.
You are at the heart of every meeting. We listen actively, adapt our approach based on your feedback and celebrate every milestone, however small. By collaborating with educators, therapists and community allies, we help you create a consistent network of support that extends beyond our sessions.
Choosing ExploreBuddy means partnering with an ally who believes in your abilities as a parent and stands by you through each twist and turn. We guide, encourage and empower you to cultivate well-being, connection and lasting harmony for your whole family.
Is This Right For You?
Our coaching supports parents, carers and guardians of neurodivergent children, whether or not they have an official diagnosis.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the demands of supporting your child, struggling to find time for self-care or managing stress, anxiety and burnout, our approach gives you the tools, strategies and empathy you need.
We deliver sessions online or in person, scheduled around your family’s routines and commitments.
If you want personalised, practical guidance instead of generic parenting tips, this service is for you.
Take The First Step
Book a free discovery call to tell us about your journey.
We’ll explore your goals, discuss session formats and answer any questions.
You’ll receive a customised support plan tailored to you.
Then you’re ready to begin sessions and start building calm, confidence and connection for your family.
Investing In You & Your Families Growth
Additional Travel Charges For In Person or Educational Settings
Prices vary depending on how often you choose 1:1 sessions and which package is the best fit for you as parents. The easiest way to find out what works for you is to have a conversation with us. We offer a free discovery call where you can talk through your families needs, ask questions, and explore the right level of support before making any decisions.
Get in touch today to book your free call and take the first step toward a support service you and your family deserve.
Why You Are In Safe Hands
ExploreBuddy brings together clinical registration, behaviour analytic accreditation and compassionate insight to support parents and carers every step of the way. The lead practitioner holds Nursing and Midwifery Council registration and is accredited by the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis, ensuring the highest standards of accountability, safeguarding and evidence-informed practice.
With extensive experience delivering one-to-one and group coaching across clinical, community and educational settings, we specialise in parental stress management, emotional regulation, resilience building and parenting strategies tailored to neurodivergent families. Proven techniques are translated into practical tools you can apply during school runs, mealtimes and quiet moments at home from the very first session.
As a CPD accredited provider, ExploreBuddy uses evidence-informed frameworks and bespoke coaching modules to develop personalised plans. Each plan is shaped around your strengths, family dynamics and goals to ensure every strategy fits seamlessly into your daily life.
Choosing ExploreBuddy means partnering with a dedicated ally committed to listening deeply, adapting continuously and celebrating every milestone. This professional yet warm approach fosters greater confidence, stronger family bonds and lasting wellbeing for you and your family.
