In this exclusive interview, neurodivergent engineer Mikaela Sanchez shares how a funded diagnosis of ADHD from Foothold helped her get the support she needed to thrive at university, and build her dream career in engineering.

If you’re neurodivergent, think you might be, or you support someone who is, we can offer you expert, tailored support to help you manage your condition, and reach your study or career goals.

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Get support with neurodiversity:

Join our Differently Wired Hub – where you can access expert tools, information and resources, all in one place

Apply for our Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme – dedicated support for students and apprentices, including fast-tracked diagnoses, financial help, and specialist counselling

Enquire about a diagnosis as an adult – we can consider funding for adult members of the engineering community to access a diagnosis of a neurodiverse condition

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Next up: watch Darren’s story of living and working as an engineer with ADHD