"Hi, my name is Francesca Biscotti, but please call me Fran!
Once upon a time, I was doing exactly what you may be doing right now —
searching for a Neurodivergent Somatic Coach who truly understood both
the neurodivergent experience and the nervous system.
After being diagnosed as an autistic adult with a PDA profile and ADHD,
I began searching for answers, guidance, and support to help me make sense of my
brain, body, emotions, and life.
At the same time, I found myself navigating a deeply challenging season of grief and
flashbacks.
Through that journey, I learned something that profoundly changed the way I
understand healing: The body stores more than the brain can always make sense of.
At that point in my life, I needed:
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a neurodivergent coach who understood my nervous system and trauma,
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and a neurodivergent counsellor who understood both my brain and my body.
I also realised how difficult it can be to find people who truly understand the intersection between neurodivergence and trauma.
So I became the person I had once been searching for.
For years, I worked as a Neurodivergent Coach, helping clients better understand their nervous systems. While we saw meaningful progress, I began to notice a common thread: many people were carrying underlying trauma.
I realised that to truly support my clients, I needed to hold space for more than just their present and future. I needed to understand the experiences their bodies had been holding for years.
That realisation led me to train as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Trauma-Informed Somatic Counsellor.
Today, I specialise in supporting people at the intersection of a neurodivergent brain and a traumatised nervous system.
My mission is to offer a safe, compassionate space where people can better understand themselves, reconnect with their nervous systems, and — if and when they choose — gently explore deeper healing at their own pace.
My approach is entirely client-centred. I begin with you, your story, your nervous system, and your unique lived experience — because no two people are the same.
Some of my core Character Strengths are love, humour, hope, honesty, curiosity, bravery, and a deep love of learning.
*And I have a feeling you may notice that love of learning in the sections below!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES:
I graduated with a Foundation Degree in Early Years and a First Class BA (Hons) Degree in Special Needs and Inclusive Practice.
I studied at ADDCA in New York (an ICF and PAAC accredited programme) and obtained the AACC Certified ADHD and Life Coach Accreditation. In March 2025, I achieved the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential through the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
I am a Trauma-Informed Somatic Counsellor, Polyvagal-Informed Coach, ICO Registered practitioner, and hold an updated DBS certificate.
My work is deeply informed by somatic practice, nervous system regulation, Polyvagal Theory, and trauma-informed approaches. I continue to expand my learning through ongoing study in areas such as Somatic EMDR, Somatic Parts Work, Focusing, and Felt Sense.
As an autistic and ADHD practitioner with lived experience, I am especially passionate about neurodivergence, sensory processing differences, co-regulation, self-regulation, the vagus nerve, and the connection between the brain and body.
Over the years, I have worked with clients from all over the world and from many different walks of life, including creatives, artists, students, teachers, and healthcare professionals.
I also have over 15 years of experience supporting families, including 8 years working within Special Educational Needs.
My professional background includes working in education as a Key Worker, SENCO, Deputy Manager, and 1:1 Support Learning Assistant within Early Years and Primary School settings.
I have delivered groups and interventions including Attention Autism (“The Bucket”), Zones of Regulation, and sibling support groups for children aged 2–10 years old. I also worked within Children and Family Centres, where I delivered the SEND playgroup “Somewhere to Belong.”
In addition, I have provided training within schools, nurseries, workplaces, and charities across both the UK and Italy.
I also worked within the NHS as a Play Specialist supporting children with Special Educational Needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, and complex needs. During this time, I contributed to Autism diagnostic assessments, prepared play reports for EHCPs (Educational Health and Care Plans), and collaborated closely with multidisciplinary professionals including Speech and Language Therapists (SALTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physiotherapists, Educational Psychologists, Paediatricians, and Social Workers.
I speak both English and Italian fluently and offer services in both languages.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
April 2026 - to present
'Polyvagal Trauma Therapy Certificate'
The Embody Lab - Presented by Dr. Arielle Schwartz, Jan Winhall, Janina Fisher, BG Mancini, Sarah Baldwin, Linda Thai
March 2026 - April 2026
'Somatic EMDR Therapy Certificate'
The Embody Lab - Presented by Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk, Dr. Arielle Schwartz, Dr. Scott Lyons, Josie Dove & Dr. Phylis Wakefield, Kai Cheng Thom and Sergio Ocampo - 60 hours
November 2025 - to March 2026
TRAUMA INFORMED SOMATIC COUNSELLING
International School of Holistic Healing (ISOHH) - 125 hours
March 2025
'Professional Certified Coach Credential'
ICF
October 2024 - February 2025
'The Polyvagal Certificate Course: Safety, Connection, and the Human Experience 05 (Oct 2024-Feb 2025) '
The Polyvagal Institute (PVI) - 35 hours training
August 2021 - March 2022
ADD COACH ACADEMY
ADHD COACH AND LIFE COACH
ADDCA - 109 hours
September 2020 - July 2021
BA in SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND INCLUSION
Kingston University, UK
Passed with First class
September 2018 - July 2020
EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION DEGREE
Kingston University, UK
Passed with merit
February 2013
NVQ LEVEL 3,
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (QCF)
July 2005
Liceo Socio-psycho-pedagogical, “Gianni Rodari” (Italy)
GCE Advanced level, RQF level, SCQF level 6-7, CQFW level 3.
TRAINING, MASTERCLASSES, AND WEBINARS:
May 2026
'Integrative Somatic Parts Work: IFS and Protectors'
The Embody Lab - Masterclass Presented by Frances Booth
May 2026
'Advanced Insights & Skills for Trauma Informed Somatic Space Holding'
International School of Holistic Healing (ISOHH)
May 2026
'Neuroeducation for Top-Down Regulation workshop'
Jessica Maguire
March 2026
'Wired for Connection: Somatic Pathways to Relational Repair'
The Embody Lab - Masterclass Presented by Dr Peter Levine
February 2026
'Is Polyvagal Theory Evidence-based? What the peer reviewed science says and what it means for your practice'
Jessica Maguire
February 2026
'Somatic Trauma Therapy in Action: Real-world Integration of Body-Based Therapy, EMDR, and Parts Work'
NICABM - Presented by Dr. Arielle Schwartz
January 2026
'IFS (Internal Family System) and Polyvagal Therapy: a Webinar Series. PVT & IFS Overview & Correlation, Trauma & Addiction, Healing.'
The Polyvagal Institute (PVI) - Presented by Frank Anderson and Jan Winhall
December 2025
'ICF Continuing Coach Education: The Practicalities and Relational Context of Coaching Neurodivergent Clients'
ICF UK Charter Chapter event - Presented by Helena Territt - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
Sept 2025 - November 2025
'Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Natural Neural Exercises to Enhance Emotional & Physical Health (Cohort 1)'
The Polyvagal Institute (PVI) - Presented by Arielle Schwartz
April 2025 - July 2025
'Polyvagal Theory & the Brain-Gut Axis: An Intro to Neuro-Integrative Medicine'
The Polyvagal Institute (PVI) - Presented by BG Mancini
October 2024
'ICF Coaching Science Community of Practice - Self-Deception in Coaches '
ICF CP - Presented by Tatiana Bachkirova - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
October 2024
'ICF Internal Coaching Community of Practice - Spark New Insights in Your Coaching Sessions'
ICF CP - Presented by Marcia Reynolds, MCC - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
September 2024
'ICF Coaching Science Community of Practice - Neurodiversity Coaching: Creating Agency'
ICF CP - Presented by Nancy Doyle - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
September 2024
'ICF Life Vision Enhancement Coaching Community of Practice - Discover The Potential of Somatic Coaching Confirmation'
ICF CP - Presented by Alexandra Fay, PCC - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
September 2024
'Career Coaching Coaching Community of Practice - The Intersection of Neuroscience & Career Decision'
ICF CP - Presented by David Ogle - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
September 2024
'Internal Coaching Community of Practice - Empathetic Coaching: Results without Burnout'
ICF CP - Presented by Loren J. Sanders - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies (ICF Continuing Coach Education)
September 2024
'Unstuck' - 'Connect with your clients', 'Unstick your clients', 'Motivate your clients', 'Design your dream, Profitable Coaching Business'
NLP for Coaches - 4 Masterclasses of 90 minutes each - ICF Accredited for a total of 6.00 CCEUs completed
September 2024
'Trauma Informed Coaching Practice - When Should I refer a client to therapy?'
ICF Netherlands Chapter event - Presented by Nina Saunders - 1.50 CCEUs completed in Resource Development Credits (ICF Continuing Coach Education)
September 2024
'HW Coaching Community of Practice - Unlocking ADHD: Coaching for Neurodiversity Success'
ICF CP - Presented by Farah Jamil - 1.00 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.50 Resource Development Credits
August 2024
'Professional development: Coaching Individuals on the Autism Spectrum to Employment Success'
ICF Charlotte Area Charter Chapter - Presented by Barbara Bissonnette - 1.25 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.25 Resource Development Credits (ICF Continuing Coach Education)
July 2024
'Professional development: The 3As of Coaching: Adjectives, Adverbs & Absolutes'
ICF Charlotte Area Charter Chapter - Presented by Daniel Olexa, MCC - 1.25 CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 0.25 Resource Development Credits (ICF Continuing Coach Education)
June 2024
'Competency Masterclasses in: Demonstrates Ethical Practice, Embodies a Coaching Mindset, Establishes & Maintains Agreements, Cultivates Trust & Safety, Maintains Presence, Listens Actively, Evokes Awareness, Facilitates Client Growth'
Clare Norman, MCC- CCEUs completed in Core Competencies, 10hours (ICF Continuing Coach Education)
December 2023
'What is the Felt Sense'
The Polyvagal Institute (PVI), Jan Winhall, MSW, FOT - Introductory Webinar
November - December 2023
'The Neurobiology of Trauma'
National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine (NICABM)
July 2023 to present
'The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Hormones Series'
Kate Moryoussef - Ongoing Workshop
January -March 2023
'Navigating your Nervous System'
Sarah Baldwin - 6 Weeks Course
December 2022
'Trauma-Informed Certificate for Coaches'
The Centre for Healing - 20 Credit CPD Hours
May 2022
'Vagus Nerve Masterclass'
Jessica Maguire - Sydney - Online Masterclass
April 2022
The PDA Space Summit 2022
London
March 2022
Women and ADHD Webinar
London - Live Webinar
May 2021
Understanding + Supporting ADHD Webinar.
London - Webinar
March 2021
ADHD, Clarified: New Research and Essential Strategies for Thriving with ADHD.
London - Live Webinar
February 2021
Training session on Understanding PDA - Pathological Demand Avoidance.
London - Live Webinar
September 2020
Just a few more minutes please – Sleep problem in neurodiverse people.
Online training - London
January 2020
Care Certificate
London
April 2019
Safeguarding training
London
October 2018
Zones of Regulation
Lea Kuyper, NEW YORK
September 2018
Complete Teaching Assistant Diploma (TA, SEN, Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia)
Online Course, Adams Academy, USA - CiQ, CPD, Istudy
February 2018
Women and girls on the autistic spectrum
The National Autistic Society (NAS), UK
June 2017
PECS
PECS – 13 hours of training completed with Hannah Steward, UK
May 2017
Siblings
SIBS, London, UK
May 2017
Complex needs and participation
Autism education trust and Department for Education, UK
April 2017
In house Makaton
Hillyfield Academy, UK
June 2016
Autism and Sensory Experience
Online Course, The National Autistic Society (NAS), UK
June 2016
Prevent
E- learning Course HM Government, UK
June 2016
Female Genital Mutilation: Recognizing and Preventing FGM V1.3
Online Course, Home Office, UK
May 2016
Attention Autism – “Bucket”
Gina Davies – Educational Psychology Service Waltham Forest, UK
April 2016
Total Communication and Key words signing for children with Multi difficulties
Wood Street Clinic, Waltham Forest, UK
February 2016
Early Help Assessment (EHA) and E-Learning
Waltham Forest – Daniel Phelps.
February 2016
Early Years SENCO Course
Waltham Forest – Zoe Wells.
January 2016
Introduction to 5p Approach with ASD Children
Caroline Keaney and Sean Highton, - Educational Psychology Service Waltham Forest, UK
December 2015
Understanding Autism
Online Course, The National Autistic Society (NAS), UK
December 2015
Autism & Communication
Online Course, The National Autistic Society (NAS), UK
December 2015
Autism, Stress & Anxiety
Online Course, The National Autistic Society (NAS), UK
November 2015
Anxiety and Autism
Online Course, Autism West Midlands, UK
November 2015
Special Interests and Autism
Online Course, Autism West Midlands, UK
November 2015
Autism and Sensory Issues
Online Course, Autism West Midlands, UK
February 2012
Introduction to Child Protection
LSCB Haringey, UK
October 2012
Attachment: Nurturing Children Emotional Wellbeing in the Early Years
Maxine Aboagye – Educational Psychologist, UK