Abby Lacey is a dedicated neurodiversity and mental health advocate.

Abby founded ‘Mental Health Mates – Reading’ in 2019, a peer support group, and from 2020 to 2022, she hosted over 30 episodes of the ‘1 in 4’ mental health podcast, sharing personal stories and coping mechanisms to break mental health stigma.

In 2025, she publicly shared her autism and ADHD diagnosis, emphasising the importance of self-acceptance and understanding in her journey.

Alongside this, Abby now runs Neu Wave Training, helping organisations make practical, sustainable changes to create more neuroinclusive workplaces. You can find out more at neuwave.training.

Through her platforms, Abby continues to connect with like-minded individuals, encouraging open conversations about mental health and neurodiversity.