About David Skipp
David Skipp is a Specialist Mentor and Programme Provider with an academic grounding in psychology and experience supporting neurodivergent children and young people. His practice is regulation-first and structured, with a focus on clear routines, predictable boundaries and practical strategies that can be understood by families and education settings.
Practice Approach
The mentoring approach is informed by psychological theory, neurodiversity-informed practice and an understanding of regulation. Sessions prioritise safety, predictability and clarity, with work structured around agreed aims and measurable outcomes. Provision is deliberately paced, with attention to context, sensory needs and everyday environments.
Lived Insight and Professionalism
Lived insight into neurodivergent experience informs, but does not define, practice. Personal experience is held within professional boundaries, and the focus remains on providing structured, accountable support. Reflective practice, supervision and ongoing learning are used to maintain a grounded and reliable mentoring offer.
Reflective Practice
Reflective practice is embedded within the work, with space for regular review, supervision and adjustment of provision. Feedback from young people, families and professionals is used to refine approaches and ensure that mentoring remains purposeful, respectful and appropriately scoped.