Meet the Team
Jo Augustus
Jo is a CBT Therapist with extensive experience working with neurodivergent adults. Her practice is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in a whole-person approach, informed by both clinical expertise and lived experience.
Alongside her clinical work, she works in academia, has authored books, and her research focuses on mental health outcomes and inequalities, particularly in relation to access, assessment pathways, and lived experience.
She founded The Beacon Hub in response to the long waiting times many adults face when seeking autism and ADHD assessment, with the aim of offering a clear, ethical, and person-centred pathway. At The Beacon Hub, she contributes to NICE-informed, multi-disciplinary autism and ADHD assessments, supporting clear understanding and meaningful outcomes.
BABCP Accredited | BACP Accredited
HCPC Registered
Gemma Roberts
Gemma is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with a wide range of mental health and neurodevelopmental needs. She specialises in the assessment and diagnosis of adults with autism and ADHD, with a strong focus on understanding how neurodivergence shapes everyday functioning, wellbeing, and participation in work and daily life.
Her practice is strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming, with a particular interest in helping individuals identify practical strategies and environmental adjustments that support long-term wellbeing.
Gemma is committed to improving access to high-quality neurodevelopmental assessment and reducing waiting times for adults seeking clarity and support. At The Beacon Hub, she contributes to NICE-informed, multidisciplinary autism and ADHD assessments, helping translate assessment findings into clear, practical recommendations.
Ellie Roberts
Ellie is a Mental Health Nurse with over 18 years of experience working across a range of mental health services. She has particular expertise in the assessment and diagnosis of adults with autism and ADHD, bringing a compassionate and thorough approach to understanding each person’s experiences.
Her work is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming practice and a strong commitment to ethical, person-centred care. Ellie is particularly interested in improving access to timely neurodevelopmental assessment and reducing the long waiting times many adults face when seeking support.
At The Beacon Hub, Ellie contributes to NICE-informed, multidisciplinary autism and ADHD assessments, helping ensure that assessments are thorough, balanced, and focused on meaningful outcomes for the individuals we work with.
NMC Registered
Our Values
At The Beacon Hub, we are guided by:
Clarity
Clear processes and communication
Respect
Respect for identity, experience, and autonomy
Integrity
Ethical, evidence-based practice
Collaboration
Working together within the MDT and with clients
Inclusion
Neurodiversity-affirming, adult-focused care
The Beacon Hub offers a calm, structured, and compassionate route to understanding neurodivergence in adulthood.