ADHD Certify

Rebecca Wilson

ADHD Certify's Clinical Director

As Clinical Director at ADHD Certify, I lead a dedicated multi-disciplinary team providing compassionate, person-centred care for individuals with ADHD and other neurodevelopmental conditions. I oversee clinical operations, evidence-based practice, governance, and service development to ensure high standards of care. As a qualified Mental Health Nurse with over 10 years’ NHS experience across community and crisis services, I have extensive expertise in clinical leadership, assessment, diagnosis, and management of ADHD in children, young people, and adults. I hold an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice, V300 Independent Prescribing, ADIR training, and qualifications in CBT, DBT, and IAPT CYPS Leadership. My approach is holistic, trauma-informed, and tailored to each individual. I am passionate about improving the diagnostic journey and providing accessible, empathetic, and empowering care. I am proud to have received the NHS People’s Choice Award for Patient Care.

Shymaa Sword

Clinical Lead

As a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Nurse, I have extensive experience supporting adults and children across clinical and community settings, including psychiatric intensive care. This has strengthened my ability to remain calm, attuned, and person-centred when supporting individuals with complex mental health needs. Specialising in ADHD assessments, I provide a thorough, trauma-informed service that recognises each person’s unique story. Having an ADHD (Combined Type) diagnosis myself, I understand the lived experience of symptoms, stigma, and self-discovery. This personal insight allows me to work with authenticity and empathy. I have a particular interest in trauma and how early experiences can influence emotional, cognitive, and behavioural patterns. I am committed to Making Every Contact Count, ensuring every interaction supports and empowers. My goal is to help individuals and families feel heard, validated, and equipped to move forward with clarity and confidence.

Janine Tebble

Advanced Practitioner

I am an Advanced Practitioner with over 13 years’ experience as a Mental Health Nurse, with the past 4 years focused specifically on ADHD. During this time, I have developed specialist expertise in conducting comprehensive ADHD assessments using validated tools and evidence-based approaches to support accurate and timely diagnosis. As a qualified Nurse Prescriber, I can also provide tailored treatment plans, including medication management and holistic support. My passion for ADHD care comes from seeing how life-changing the right diagnosis and support can be. I am committed to improving access to high-quality ADHD assessments and care, reducing stigma, and helping individuals better understand themselves and thrive. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where every person feels heard, understood, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.

Hayley Beeden

Advanced Practitioner

As a Mental Health Nurse and Neurodevelopment Specialist, I bring clinical expertise and personal understanding to my work. My career spans palliative care, rehabilitation, forensic, and management settings, giving me a broad understanding of the diverse needs of individuals and families. I now specialise in neurodiversity, providing thorough and compassionate ADHD and autism assessments. As a mother with family members who have a diagnosis, I understand how important this journey is and how life-changing the right support can be. This drives my commitment to ensuring individuals and families feel heard, understood, and supported. I am a Registered Nurse with the NMC and a member of the RCN and BAMAN. I combine evidence-based practice with a compassionate, holistic approach, creating a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to provide accessible, high-quality care that offers clarity, reassurance, and a positive pathway forward.

Holly Gokcan

Advanced Practitioner

I am a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD) with over 10 years’ experience supporting children and adults with neurodevelopmental conditions, including ADHD and autism, across inpatient and community settings. For the past 5 years, I have specialised in ADHD assessments within a children’s service, including working as Clinical Lead within an ADHD assessment team. I have completed DBT training and am nearing completion of a Level 5 qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), supporting my work with complex behaviours and emotional regulation needs. I am passionate about ADHD and committed to delivering high-quality, timely, person-centred assessments. My holistic approach considers developmental history, current presentation, and individual circumstances to provide accurate assessments and personalised recommendations.

Lisa Smith

Advanced Practitioner

I am a Registered Learning Disability Nurse with a BSc (Hons) in Health and Social Care and an Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification. I am also trained in the CHA-PAS assessment framework. Since qualifying in 2008, I have developed extensive experience in neurodevelopmental care. I spent 12 years in an NHS multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people, including conducting ADHD assessments and developing tailored support plans. From 2022–2025, I worked in an NHS Adult ADHD service, completing diagnostic assessments, prescribing medication, and conducting reviews. I currently work in a CAMHS neurodevelopmental team as a Nurse Prescriber, with a focus on ADHD and autism. I am committed to compassionate, evidence-based, person-centred care that empowers individuals and families.

Thomas Forrest

Advanced Practitioner

I have over 30 years’ experience in health and social care, supporting people with mental health difficulties and neurodiversity. I am passionate about empowering individuals through compassionate, person-centred care. I have extensive experience across mental health and neurodevelopmental services and was part of an award-winning team recognised with the Evidence into Practice Award for assessing and treating adolescents who self-harmed. I have also managed healthcare teams supporting people with long-term conditions to return to employment. For the past 12 years, I have specialised in neurodiversity, combining psychological therapy expertise with experience developing NHS services and assessing ADHD and autism. I am committed to evidence-based, accessible, and high-quality care.

Rolna Moussirou

Advanced Practitioner

I am an NMC-registered Mental Health Nurse with extensive experience across acute inpatient, crisis, community, perinatal, and specialist ADHD services. I have developed strong clinical and leadership expertise, with particular experience in comprehensive mental health and ADHD assessments, including complex presentations involving trauma, autism, learning disabilities, and co-occurring conditions. I work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support accurate assessment, holistic care planning, and positive outcomes. I hold a BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing and have completed Non-Medical Prescribing training at Sheffield Hallam University. I have a strong professional interest in neurodiversity, women’s mental health, safeguarding, and health inequalities. I am a compassionate and adaptable clinician committed to quality, safety, and person-centred care.

Kerry Burke

Specialist Psychiatric Nurse

As a Specialist Psychiatric Nurse, I am passionate about helping people better understand themselves and how their minds work. My experience spans crisis, community, inpatient, forensic, and older adult services, giving me a broad understanding of mental health across the lifespan and how ADHD can affect individuals differently. Having ADHD myself, I understand the challenges and strengths that can come with the journey towards diagnosis. This personal insight, combined with my clinical experience, helps me create a supportive, non-judgemental space where people feel comfortable sharing their experiences. I also work as an Aesthetics Clinician, where I help people feel confident and empowered. Across both roles, I provide compassionate, person-centred care, ensuring individuals feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their assessment journey.

Toni Henderson

Advanced Practitioner

I am an experienced Mental Health Nurse specialising in ADHD and neurodevelopmental conditions. I have extensive experience conducting comprehensive ADHD assessments, considering developmental history, differential diagnosis, functional impact, and co-occurring conditions. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and person-centred, ensuring individuals feel heard, understood, and supported throughout the assessment process. I also provide practical psychoeducation and strategies to support executive functioning, emotional regulation, organisation, anxiety, and daily life. My clinical experience spans NHS neurodevelopmental, psychiatric intensive care, rehabilitation, crisis, and community mental health services. I am passionate about improving access to timely, evidence-based care and empowering neurodivergent individuals to better understand themselves and thrive.

Sadia Zaman

Advanced Practitioner

With a nursing career spanning since 2006, I am a highly experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (MSc) driven by a lifelong passion for people-centred care. For nearly a decade, I have operated at an advanced level, combining clinical expertise with a compassionate approach to support patients through complex journeys. In 2025, I transitioned into the specialised field of ADHD, fuelled by a deep interest in neurodivergent conditions. Areas of expertise & interest: Clinical excellence: 20 years of experience in healthcare settings Neurodiversity: specialist ADHD assessor with a focus on holistic and person-centred evaluation. Wellness advocacy: a strong personal and professional interest in promoting healthy lifestyle to improve long term outcomes Ultimately, I am motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible difference through clear, concise clinical intervention. My goal is to ensure every individual feels heard, valued and empowered to improve life.