Type of service: Interventions and therapies, Befriending/mentoring, Social skills

Gillian Higgin works with people of all ages with Asperger syndrome/high functioning autism. Gillian has over 20 years of professional as well as personal experience of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Gillian is experienced in working with university students, under and post graduates, enabling them to achieve success with their studies as well as a 'rounded' university experience. Gillian coaches professional adults with Asperger syndrome in essential communication skills for the workplace, social situations and personal relationships. She works to develop interpersonal skills and builds self-confidence and self-belief.

Aimed at: Adult , Parent/carer of a child, Parent/carer of an adult, Professional

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements, Staff and volunteers get autism awareness training

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Learning disability