Be a Strong Sensory Advocate
A live 4 week programme for parents who are fed up of others not meeting the needs of their children and determined to feel confident discussing their child's sensory preferences.
We run this programme 4 times a year!
Next Cohort: Starts 30th Sept 2024​ - only £127
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Do you ever struggle to clearly explain your child’s sensory preferences in meetings with professionals or when talking with family?
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Do you often feel judged or criticised for your child's behaviours?
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Are you lacking confidence when trying to explain your child's sensory preferences?
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Are you currently undertaking an advocacy role to get the educational support your child needs?
We know how hard it can be to feel confident when you’re in a room full of people who may not truly understand your child’s unique needs. As a parent, you are the expert on your child (please remember this!), but expressing that expertise under pressure in school meetings or in moments of judgment from family or friends can be tough. That’s why we’ve created the Be a Strong Sensory Advocate program—designed to give you the tools, confidence, and language to effectively communicate your child’s sensory needs.
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​​​​​​What is the programme about?
This 4-week program is led by Kate, an experienced occupational therapist, and Nicole, a former teacher and passionate advocate for her neurodivergent child. Together, we focus on empowering you to confidently discuss your child’s sensory preferences with teachers, therapists, doctors, and family members, ensuring your voice is heard and your child’s needs are respected.
Through a blend of recorded training sessions and live Q&A opportunities, you’ll gain the skills to confidently express your insights about your child’s behaviours and needs in any setting, whether it’s an IEP meeting, a doctor’s visit, or a family gathering.
Mum of 3
“Wow! Just amazed, the resources have been so helpful especially around our children's rights and how to work with school. I have been able to ask my own personal questions to which Kate and Nicole have given me an abundance of ideas and solutions."
Mum of 10 year old.
"My lightbulb moment is letting go of 'mama guilt' and learn and learn so I can feel empowered to support my son and help to teach him about his 'super powers' so he can feel safer and calmer in his own body."
Mum or 2
“You two are brilliant so knowledgeable and accommodating. I really appreciate all the help and have recommended the course to everyone I know.”
Is this programme for you?
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This programme is perfect for parents who:
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Feel overwhelmed or unsure when talking about their child’s sensory needs with professionals or family members.
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Want to better understand their child’s behaviours but struggle to find the right words in formal or high-pressure settings.
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Desire more confidence when attending school meetings, medical appointments, or family discussions about their child’s needs.
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Are committed to being their child’s strongest advocate and want expert guidance from experienced professionals.
In the 4 weeks we will cover
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Why this programme?
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Expert Guidance: You’ll be learning directly from Kate and Nicole, two professionals with decades of combined experience in sensory processing, advocacy, and family support.
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Tailored Support: The live Q&A sessions ensure you can ask specific questions about your child’s situation, giving you the confidence to apply the lessons in your everyday life.
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Empowerment: You’ll walk away with the skills and confidence to advocate powerfully for your child, ensuring they get the support they deserve.
What you will get:
​What is included:
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4 Weekly Recorded Training Sessions: Dive into in-depth, practical lessons where Kate and Nicole share proven strategies to help you articulate your child’s sensory preferences, behaviours, and needs clearly and confidently. (Worth £300)
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1 weekly LIVE Session (45-60minutes): Join Kate and Nicole live, twice a week, to ask your personal questions, gain clarity, and receive guidance tailored to your unique experiences. (Worth £150)
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Real-Life Applications: Learn how to apply what you’ve learned in real-world situations, ensuring you can walk into meetings and conversations feeling prepared and empowered.
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A dedicated facebook group where you can ask questions and share experiences.
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Practical tools: Sensory Checklist, Advocation organisation resources, email templates, sensory cards, reasonable adjustments list and home/school communication log. (Worth £150)​
Valued at over £600!​
We want you to be supported every step of the way and come away with concrete steps and a thorough plan to move support for you child forward at school.
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Please note: To make the most of this programme active engagement is needed and there will be tasks to complete each week so that this programme has real life practical value that impacts your family life.
Nicole's Story...
'Four years ago my son had his first seizure and my journey of advocating for his needs to be met began. Through the 4 years I have had to fight to get the support he needs whether that be medically or for his learning and emotional support at school. What has helped my confidence in being able to advocate is getting a grounding in understanding his neurodivergent brain, nervous system and his underlying sensory needs. With more knowledge of those things and what helps him to regulate when he is feeling stressed my confidence has grown and I have been able to advocate for him, and overturn a no to assess and a no to issue and get an EHCP for him to ensure his needs are met.'
Nicole x
What You'll Learn:
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Module 1: Understanding Sensory Processing
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Dive into the eight sensory systems and how they impact your child's daily life.
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Learn how sensory input is processed by the brain and identify signs of sensory processing differences in children.
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Gain practical tools, including checklists for sensory differences and posters to understand the sensory systems.
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Module 2: Sensory Regulation Strategies
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Discover effective strategies to help your child regulate their sensory input.
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Create sensory-friendly environments at home and school.
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Utilise tools and techniques for calming and alerting the senses with resources like regulation strategy lists, sensory zone schedules, and Squadster cards.
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Module 3: Effective Advocacy and Communication
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Understand the importance of parental advocacy in supporting your child's sensory needs.
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Overcome barriers to advocacy and build self-confidence.
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Master techniques for effective communication with school staff, family members, and professionals using communication logs, email templates, and advocacy checklists.
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Module 4: Building Support Networks and Advocacy Action Plans
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Learn the importance of building a robust support network for you and your child.
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Connect with other parents and professionals who understand your journey.
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Develop personalised advocacy action plans and set achievable milestones with tools like reasonable adjustments lists, organizational templates, and sensory explanations cards.