SCHOOLS
Building inclusive, neuroscience-informed environments where neurodiverse learners can thrive.
At Young Minds, I provide comprehensive professional development for educators, learning assistants, and school leaders. With over 28 years of experience in education including specialist teaching and consultancy I equip schools with practical, research-based strategies to support neurodiverse students across all levels.
Professional Development Workshops
My whole school training is designed to deepen understanding and improve practice. Each session is interactive, evidence-informed, and tailored to your school’s context.
Neuroscience of Neurodiversity
Focused on Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, ADD, PDA, anxiety, and trauma, I explore how these brains develop through childhood and adolescence, and how best to support their emotional, physical, social, and educational growth.
Collaborative Proactive Solutions (CPS)
My core framework emphasises co-regulation, declarative language, and proactive problem-solving to reduce behavioural challenges and foster emotional safety.
Inclusive Classroom & Environmental Design
I examine classroom management approaches and school wide practices that align with neurodiverse needs, promoting engagement and reducing overwhelm.
Identifying Lagging Thinking Skills
I help educators recognise and address unsolved problems across five domains: Executive Functioning | Language Processing | Cognitive Flexibility | Emotional Regulation | Social Skills
Teaching Thinking Skills Through Communication
Emphasis is placed on the language we use with children - how to foster independence, emotional readiness, and social confidence through everyday interactions.
Individual Student Support
I also work directly with neurodiverse students who are struggling to navigate the school environment whether due to a formal diagnosis or experiences of trauma, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation. The approach is especially effective for students at risk of stand-downs or exclusion, helping them re-engage with learning through tailored strategies and family collaboration.
CREDENTIALS & IMPACT
With a Master of Education (Special Educational Needs) focused on neuroscience and behaviour, my practice is grounded in both academic research and decades of hands-on experience. My workshops are practical, engaging, and designed to leave educators feeling confident, supported, and inspired to make meaningful change.
