Does this sound like you?
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"I don't even know what to ask for. I just know what's not working."
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"I can tell you how it feels. I just can't translate it into the right words for Access to Work."
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"I'm worried I'll get it wrong, or that they'll say I'm not disabled enough."
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"Every time I think I understand Access to Work, the rules seem to change."
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"Admin makes me shut down. Emails, forms, invoices, all of it."
What happens in the consultation
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You talk, I listen
No need to prepare perfect sentences or already know the terminology. Describe how work feels, and I will do the translating.
A lot of people worry because they feel like they don’t even know what would help them. That’s what I’m here to help you figure out.
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I map your situation to what ATW can fund
Support worker, coaching, equipment, adjustments, travel support. I identify what applies to you and explain what's realistic.
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You leave with clear next steps
You’ll leave with a specific, concrete action plan you’re able to follow because it was designed around your needs and your situation.
You'll know what to say, who to say it to, and in what order.
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Afterwards, everything is in writing
A personalised summary email plus access to your call transcript, so nothing gets lost and you don't have to rely on memory.
What you get
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60-minute video call
Bring any questions. Any stage of the ATW process. No preparation required.
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Personalised summary email
Your key points, next steps and recommended wording in a handy summary so you can refer back to them.
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Access to your call transcript
Everything that was said, searchable and yours to keep in Otter.ai.
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ATW-ready language
The exact words to describe your needs in a way Access to Work case managers and assessors understand.
What clients say
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"I feel seen and not stupid for not knowing this. I couldn't have done this on my own."
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"That gives me hope."
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"I feel reassured. I can do this now."
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"I had no idea that is how it worked."
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"This has saved me a panic."
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"Only win, no lose. Let's do it."
Why Max?
Max Wayne, ATW Consultant
Max is autistic and has navigated the Access to Work system from the inside. Not just as a professional, but as someone who has lived what their clients are going through.
You won't be rushed, talked over, or made to feel like you should already know this. Max's approach is built around one idea: clarity is kindness. Every session ends with you knowing exactly what to do next.
“Clear answers to hard questions. That’s what I’m here for!”
Common questions
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Do I need a diagnosis to book?
No. You don't need a formal diagnosis to access ATW or to work with me. If you're struggling at work and you think neurodivergence might be a factor, that's enough.
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What if I don't even know what would help me?
That's exactly what this consultation is for. "I don't know where to start" is one of the most common things I hear, and it's a completely valid place to begin, especially if you spent your life masking your needs.
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What if I need more than one session?
You're welcome to book again. I also offer more in-depth support for specific stages of ATW: applications, assessments, support workers, claims, and renewals.
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I'm self-employed, can you still help me?
Yes. ATW covers self-employed people and I have specialist experience supporting freelancers and sole traders through the process.
New to working with me?
This service is not the right fit if:
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You've already had your first call with your case manager and things didn't go as well as you hoped
Managing a situation where you've already communicated something to your case manager can be challenging without further complications. Unfortunately, I'm unable to step in to fix issues if we haven't worked on your application together from the start.
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For general boundaries that apply to all my services, see Before you book.
Looking for a neurodivergent support worker?
Alongside ATW consultancy, I offer ongoing 1:1 support for neurodivergent adults in work. Imagine having a support worker who genuinely understands your brain and knows the ATW system inside out.
