Neurodiversity remains a largely misunderstood and under-discussed topic in veterinary medicine, despite the profound ways it shapes how professionals experience and engage with their work. In this episode, we speak with Helen Allwood — small animal vet turned coach and trainer — about her journey from veterinary practice to coaching, following a late ADHD diagnosis that transformed her sense of self and professional path.
Helen shares how her diagnosis ignited a passion for neurodiversity advocacy and how she now supports veterinary professionals — especially those who are neurodivergent — through leadership development, career transitions, and work-related challenges. We explore common misconceptions about ADHD and autism in the profession, the struggles neurodivergent individuals often bring to coaching, and the strategies that help them thrive.
Whether you're neurodivergent yourself, work with someone who is, or lead a team and want to do better — this episode offers powerful insights, practical guidance, and a fresh perspective on what it means to truly revive veterinary medicine.
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https://youtu.be/Vh8eRSTzaFI
Resources
Book a 20-minute introductory coaching call with Helen: https://scheduler.zoom.us/coaching-rvm-helenallwood/20-minute-discovery-call-
Follow Helen Allwood on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-allwood-5993a3211/
The Vet Project: https://www.thevetproject.co.uk/
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