Samantha Finister-Smith

I have over 17 years’ experience working in education, supporting both neurodivergent and neurotypical students to develop skills, overcome challenges, and achieve their potential. I am now an accredited counsellor with NCPS and work with both students and professionals who want to improve their focus, organisation, and overall performance.

A key area of my work is strengthening executive functioning. Difficulties with organisation, planning, time management, and prioritising can quickly lead to overwhelm and make it harder to perform at your best. By developing practical strategies and a better understanding of how you work, it becomes easier to manage demands, improve productivity, and move towards the goals you have set for yourself.

Mental wellbeing plays an important role in how we think, work, and interact with others. When stress or pressure builds, it can affect motivation, confidence, and clarity. Taking time to reflect and understand what is impacting you can provide the insight needed to make positive and lasting changes.

My approach is supportive, collaborative, and focused on helping you move forward. Together we will identify what is working well, what may be getting in the way, and the practical steps that can help you feel more organised, confident, and in control.

Developing self-awareness, strengthening boundaries, and learning how to work with your own strengths can significantly improve both wellbeing and performance, allowing you to show up more fully in your work, studies, and personal life.

If you think that we could work together then get in tough. I'd love to hear from you.