Aphantasia Academy

Aphantasia Academy The UK's leading training provider for invisible cognitive differences.

We help therapists, coaches & counsellors work effectively with clients who have aphantasia, SDAM, anendophasia & alexithymia.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Challenges my practice."As therapists, we thrive on growth. We seek out the knowledge that challenges our assumpt...
28/02/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Challenges my practice."

As therapists, we thrive on growth. We seek out the knowledge that challenges our assumptions and deepens our practice. This review gets to the heart of why I wrote UNSEEN MINDS.

It’s not just about learning a new set of facts; it’s about fundamentally expanding your clinical framework to be more inclusive and effective for all clients.

Ready for a positive challenge? Purchase from Amazon today.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Validates my experience."This is everything. For anyone who has ever felt different, misunderstood, or unable to ...
25/02/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Validates my experience."

This is everything. For anyone who has ever felt different, misunderstood, or unable to explain their inner world, this book is for you. For every person who has thought, "but that doesn't work for me," your experience is real and valid.

Thank you to every reader who has shared that they feel seen in these pages. It means the world.

Available now on Amazon.

Therapists, could you be missing what’s right in front of you? Not everyone who has aphantasia knows it and they may not...
22/02/2026

Therapists, could you be missing what’s right in front of you?

Not everyone who has aphantasia knows it and they may not be aware that other people are actually creating images in their minds. That creates quite a challenge for therapists.

Without realising, you’ve almost certainly worked with someone who can’t visualise and that means that some of your methods won’t have landed as you intended.

You might think that aphantasia is too rare to matter, but there are approximately 395 people worldwide with this difference, and no therapist should ignore that.

The Aphantasia Therapist Course equips you to spot the signs, adapt your practice, and reach the clients you may not even realise you’re missing. With 30+ CPD hours, it’s training that counts twice, for your professional requirements and for your confidence in the therapy room.

DM me or drop a comment if you'd like to know more.

21/02/2026

Ever had a client vanish without explanation?

Often it is not disinterest, it’s that the therapy didn’t fit their mind. For clients with aphantasia or related differences, certain methods can feel alienating. You might think you have never had a client like this, but the truth is you probably have, and they may have left without telling you why.

The Aphantasia Therapist Course teaches you to adapt so clients feel seen and stay engaged. 30+ CPD hours, practical tools, and a new specialism that almost no one is offering.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Absolutely fascinating."What if the way your client describes their inner world is literal, not metaphorical?The ...
20/02/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Absolutely fascinating."

What if the way your client describes their inner world is literal, not metaphorical?

The feedback for UNSEEN MINDS has been incredible, with so many readers finding the concepts both new and deeply resonant. This book is for the curious, the lifelong learners, and those who love to explore the intricate workings of the human mind.

Ready to be fascinated? Grab your copy from Amazon today.

A quiet revolution is happening in mental health.We're finally asking the right questions: How does this client's mind a...
19/02/2026

A quiet revolution is happening in mental health.
We're finally asking the right questions: How does this client's mind actually work? Instead of blaming "treatment resistance," we're recognising that cognitive diversity is the norm, not the exception. 15-20% of people have invisible differences that affect how they engage with therapy.
The shift is real:
✓ Research now confirms cognitive diversity is widespread
✓ Therapists are speaking up about what works
✓ Clients are sharing their real experiences
✓ Training is evolving (though we still have work to do)

The result? "Treatment-resistant" clients achieving breakthroughs, therapists finding renewed purpose and mental health becoming truly accessible to all minds.

In 10 years, asking about cognitive style will be as standard as asking about trauma history. The therapists who embrace this shift now will lead the profession forward.

I'm committed to training therapists in these approaches with practical skills for real-world application. The question for you: What would change if you started every assessment by understanding how your client's mind works?

If you're a therapist, a trainer, or someone passionate about making mental health truly inclusive this is your moment. DM REVOLUTION to find out how you can play a key role in this new level of inclusivity.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A must-read for all therapists."It's humbling to see feedback like this. When I wrote UNSEEN MINDS, my goal was t...
18/02/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A must-read for all therapists."

It's humbling to see feedback like this. When I wrote UNSEEN MINDS, my goal was to create a resource that would genuinely support therapists and fill a critical gap in training.

If you've ever felt like you're missing something with a client, or want to deepen your understanding of the diverse ways minds can work, this is for you.

Available from Amazon now as an ebook, or paperback.

Ever felt like your brain is wired differently? 🧠✨You're not alone. The human mind is not a monolith; it's a beautiful, ...
18/02/2026

Ever felt like your brain is wired differently? 🧠✨

You're not alone. The human mind is not a monolith; it's a beautiful, diverse spectrum of experiences.

Some people can't picture faces. Some don't have an inner monologue. Some experience the world in ways that are hard to describe.

These aren't flaws. They are invisible cognitive differences.

UNSEEN MINDS is a new guide to exploring these fascinating variations, starting with aphantasia the absence of a mind's eye. Ready to discover a new side of the human mind?

Available now on Amazon in both paperback, ebook and Kindle Unlimited

Have you got your copy of Unseen Minds yet? If you have, I’d love you to share a photo and tag it with so I can see it...
17/02/2026

Have you got your copy of Unseen Minds yet?

If you have, I’d love you to share a photo and tag it with so I can see it and celebrate you. Paperback, Kindle, on your desk, in your therapy room, all welcome.

Here's my dog with his copy, though I'm not sure if he's trying to read it upside down or just eat it!

Really happy to say that the ebook version of Unseen Minds is now available to buy or read on Kindle Unlimited.Link in b...
16/02/2026

Really happy to say that the ebook version of Unseen Minds is now available to buy or read on Kindle Unlimited.
Link in bio

Another lovely review. This really is why I do what I do and I am grateful to everyone who has taken the time to buy and...
16/02/2026

Another lovely review. This really is why I do what I do and I am grateful to everyone who has taken the time to buy and read my book.

If you haven’t yet bought your copy, there’s a link in my bio or head straight to Amazon and search for Unseen Minds - A Therapist’s Guide to Multisensory Aphantasia and Invisible Cognitiive Differences.

It’s reviews like that that make it all worthwhile.If you’re a therapist, counsellor or coach, Unseen Minds will help yo...
15/02/2026

It’s reviews like that that make it all worthwhile.

If you’re a therapist, counsellor or coach, Unseen Minds will help you to better support and understand your clients with invisible cognitive differences.

Available on Amazon in paperback now. Ebook coming soon.

Bought it already? I would love to get your feedback too.

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