Aleksandra Malanska

About Aleksandra Malanska

Aleksandra Malanska is a highly experienced Neurodevelopmental Practitioner with over 27 years of experience supporting autistic children, young people and adults across educational, community and clinical settings. She holds Master’s degrees in Psychology and Education, alongside postgraduate studies in Autism. She is also trained in autism diagnostic assessments, including ADOS-2 and ADI-R.

Aleksandra brings a warm, compassionate and person-centred approach to her work. She believes that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood and accepted for who they are, without judgement or pressure to meet others’ expectations. Her aim is to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their experiences, develop greater self-awareness and make meaningful changes at their own pace.

She has a particular interest in autism and ADHD, especially the experiences of adults who discover their neurodivergence later in life. She is also interested in supporting neurodivergent women navigating perimenopause and menopause, recognising how hormonal changes may interact with emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, executive functioning and a person’s sense of identity.

As an experienced mindfulness teacher, Aleksandra incorporates mindfulness, self-compassion and emotional awareness into her work, encouraging individuals to develop a more understanding and accepting relationship with themselves.

Professional Experience

Aleksandra began her career in education as a SEND specialist, supporting children and young people with a wide range of developmental, emotional and learning needs. Over the years, she has developed extensive experience in autism, ADHD, sensory processing and social communication, working closely with individuals, families and multidisciplinary professionals.

Her professional background also includes extensive experience supporting neurodivergent individuals in custody, including those with complex emotional, psychological and behavioural needs. This work has deepened her understanding of the relationship between neurodivergence, mental health, trauma and the impact of environments on emotional wellbeing.

Alongside her work in education and the criminal justice system, Aleksandra has experience in neurodevelopmental assessments, emotional regulation support and therapeutic work with children, young people and adults.

Therapy with Aleksandra

Aleksandra offers a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without feeling pressured to change who you are.

She has a particular interest in supporting autistic and ADHD adults, especially those navigating a late diagnosis or exploring their neurodivergent identity. Perhaps you have spent years feeling different, misunderstood or adapting to others’ expectations. You may be questioning who you really are beneath years of masking, reflecting on past experiences or trying to make sense of a diagnosis that has changed how you see yourself.

Aleksandra also has a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. She recognises that this stage of life can bring additional challenges with emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, concentration and everyday functioning, sometimes leading women to question or discover their neurodivergence for the first time.

Alongside her specialist interest in neurodivergence, Aleksandra supports children, young people and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, emotional overwhelm and difficulties with emotional regulation. You do not need to have a diagnosis or a clear understanding of what you are struggling with. Therapy can offer a space to explore your experiences, recognise patterns and develop a greater understanding of yourself.

Working from a person-centred, integrative and neurodiversity-affirming approach, Aleksandra places self-compassion, mindfulness and emotional understanding at the heart of her therapeutic work. She also draws on practical strategies from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to support emotional regulation, self-awareness and psychological wellbeing.

When working with children and young people, Aleksandra also incorporates play-based approaches, including LEGO®-Based Therapy, recognising that play and creativity can provide meaningful opportunities for emotional expression, communication, confidence-building and developing relationships.

At the heart of Aleksandra’s work is the belief that therapy is not about changing who you are, but about helping you understand yourself more deeply, recognise your needs and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.