The Diverse Mind Coach

29/08/2026

Does your child know something feels hard—but can't quite explain why?

In my work with children who have ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia, I've noticed something striking: most of them are acutely aware of their challenges. What they lack isn't awareness—it's the words.

Some don't have the vocabulary to describe what's happening.
Others have the words but worry about how they'll be received, so they stay quiet.

Fewer still know how to ask for the right support. Many have been given strategies before that weren't built with them—supports that missed the mark and left them feeling demoralized rather than helped.

That's where collaboration changes everything. Working alongside your child with expert guidance, we test and refine strategies together until we've built a toolbox that actually holds up in the classroom—because it was shaped with them, not handed to them.

All the while, we're also building conceptual understanding and confidence in their own ability—so alongside the strategies, your child develops the skill of self-advocacy: speaking up for what they need in the classroom and beyond.

Starting next week, I'll be running sessions, at Futurique Learning Hub on Hessa Street, covering exactly this. Interested? Send me a message to learn more or reserve a spot.
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22/08/2026

The Diverse Mind Coach - I'm Victoria McKeown, a British educator, psychologist and inclusion specialist with 25+ years across international schools in the Middle East, bringing that expertise into small-group and 1:1 sessions for children and families. These are held at Futurique Learning Hub, just off Hessa Street.

Alongside consultations for families, observations and mentoring I will be offering the following from September.

Nurturing Foundations is offered during school hours and is a different style of school readiness group, exploring English, Maths and Science at each child's own pace, plus parent consultations and observations.

After school, I offer specialist support for dyslexia, dyscalculia and ADHD executive functioning.

31/10/2024

May Diwali bring you joy, peace and wellbeing!

29/10/2024

o you provide services to people with neurodivergent identities in the UAE?

I am creating a directory of neuroaffirming practitioners across all support fields, in the UAE.

Neuro affirming practice means that you believe in a strengths and rights-based approach to neurotype differences and aim to provide support and adaptations that affirm the person’s neurodivergent identity. This is rather than thinking that we need to fix a person or cure them of their neurotype.
Please complete the form and I will be in touch to confirm details.

https://lnkd.in/dpYZTu5K

26/10/2024

I have been licensed to teach the course since August, but the weekly meetings have been continuing and also weekly study material. Last week was the final week with study material and we only have a few more Wednesday evening sessions of 'Being With' each other left. I'm already starting to feel the gap it's going to leave.

To say it's been an amazing experience doesn't really explain it. It has totally infused every part of my personal and professional life. I had knowledge of relational neuroscience from a largely theoretical standpoint previously. Being a participant in this course has allowed me to fully embody this knowledge and apply it to EVERYTHING - this gives you a very compassionate perspective on the world - a lens to see yourself and others through. As Robyn says "How you see people, changes people."

I will greatly miss these weekly online gatherings and the sense of community they have provided. I am hoping that they will still happen from time to time as I have learned so much from listening and absorbing.

The course is already full booked for next year but Robyn has lot's of amazing free resources on her site as well as weekly podcasts, and a book.

An Immersive and holistic 12-month program where you’ll become solidly anchored into the science of relationship and stuff your tool-box with tools that will help even the families with kids with the biggest behaviors, all while safely exploring your inner world.

16/10/2024

Come and join us! WhatsApp me and I can add you to the group chat.

05/10/2024

I am pretty new to Instagram and just trying to figure it out! If anyone would like to follow me on that platform here is the link and the QR code.

Any pointers on how to improve and attract followers gratefully received.

https://www.instagram.com/thediversemindcoach/

04/10/2024

In today’s information-rich world, the constant flow of data, notifications, and stimuli can pose significant challenges, especially for neurodivergent individuals.

People with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other neurodivergent conditions are often more sensitive to environmental input, making the modern landscape particularly overwhelming.

Here's how this fast-paced, information-heavy environment can become a potential danger for neurodivergent brains.

30/09/2024

Parent Support Group
Weekly drop-in sessions on Tuesdays 8.30-10am.
50 dhs to include refreshments.

Feeling the need to connect?
Whether you're navigating typical parenting challenges
or supporting a neurodivergent child, we’re here for you!

Join us for refreshments and open conversations
in a safe, welcoming space

Find your tribe—a community that understands and supports you
Let’s talk, share, and grow together - you’re not alone!

29/09/2024