Robyn Ferns

My name is Robyn Ferns, I am a qualified Play Therapist, Integrative Counsellor, Therapeutic mentor, Clinical/Creative Supervisor and Clinical Director of a therapy service.

With two decades of experience working with children, young people, and adults across diverse environments. This includes early years, schools, children's homes, family contact centres, adoption therapy services, and the management of a neurodivergent-affirming therapy service for both neurodivergent therapists and clients—I bring substantial expertise. Additionally, I offer my personal perspective as an individual with lived experience of neurodivergence.

Throughout my career I have worked with children, young people, families and adults who have experienced a wide range of life affecting difficulties such as domestic violence, alcoholism/drug use, neglect, physical and emotional abuse, child sexual exploitation (CSE), rape/sexual assault victims and perpetrators. I have worked with diverse family dynamics and challenging relationships.

I am qualified in a range of evidence-based and creative therapeutic approaches, including person-centred counselling, CBT, Gestalt therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, SandStory therapy, play therapy and Lego based therapy.

As an integrative practitioner, I do not follow a one-size-fits-all model. Instead, I draw thoughtfully from these approaches to create a personalised way of working that responds to what my clients bring to each session, at their pace, and in a way that feels supportive rather than overwhelming.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Integrative Creative Supervision

• Advanced Diploma in Counselling (Level 4)

• Dawn: Practitioner Course for Helping Professionals working with Autistic Adults (Ausome training)

• Specialist Diploma Neurodiversity Informed Psychotherapy

• Registered SandStory Therapist

• Postgraduate Diploma in Play Therapy

At Sequoia Therapy, I believe everyone deserves to feel understood, respected and accepted for who they are. I offer a welcoming, non‑judgemental and affirming space where people can safely explore their experiences and move towards meaningful change. My approach is evidence‑informed, trauma‑informed and neurodivergent‑affirming.

I recognise that every person’s experiences, relationships and way of understanding the world are unique. Rather than focusing on perceived deficits, I celebrate individual strengths, value lived experience and work alongside each person to understand what matters most to them.

As a compassionate therapist, I am committed to making support accessible and inclusive. I am neurodivergent myself, bringing personal insight alongside extensive therapeutic knowledge and experience. This combination helps me build genuine, trusting relationships where people feel listened to, valued and supported.

I work with children, young people, adults and families experiencing a wide range of emotional, developmental and psychological challenges. These include developmental trauma, attachment difficulties, neurodivergence, sensory processing differences, anxiety, relationship difficulties and significant life changes. I have specialist expertise in Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, emotional regulation and developmental trauma, allowing me to tailor support to each individual rather than expecting people to fit a particular model.

I believe the best therapy is collaborative. It begins with curiosity, compassion and a genuine commitment to understanding each person’s unique experiences. While lived experience can offer valuable perspective, it is combined with professional expertise, evidence‑based practice and a dedication to helping people achieve meaningful, lasting change.

Whatever someone’s journey, I am here to offer support that is individual, respectful and centred around their unique needs.

I am a play therapist, counsellor and SandStory therapist, who offers neuro-affirming therapy and supervision. With two decades of experience working with children, young people, and adults across diverse environments—including early years, schools, children's homes, family contact centres, adoption therapy services, and the management of a neurodiverse therapy service for both neurodivergent therapists and clients—I bring substantial expertise. Additionally, I offer my personal perspective as an individual with lived experience of neurodivergence.

As an Integrative counsellor, I provide creative, person-centred, CBT, Gestalt, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, SandStory therapy, play therapy, and Lego-based therapy. We can work with art, clay, poetry, photography, music, symbols, story making, creative visualisations, mindfulness, sound, movement, metaphors or your interests to support your therapeutic process.

As a Creative Integrative Supervisor, I use these approaches and tailor interventions to each session's needs. During our assessment we can explore these more fully and I would love to answer any questions that you may have.