Calmer Kids, Calmer Homes: An OT's guide to emotional regulation through sensory and attachment lenses

Calmer Kids, Calmer Homes: An OT's guide to emotional regulation through sensory and attachment lenses

Meltdowns, shutdowns, and constant conflict at home can leave parents feeling exhausted and unsure what will actually help. In this practical 1 hour session, occupational therapist, Vivienne Williams, unpacks why emotional dysregulation happens for neurodivergent kids, looking at both the sensory system and the attachment relationship as two sides of the same coin.

You'll leave with a clearer understanding of what's driving your child's big reactions, and practical, everyday strategies you can start using immediately to build calm, connection, and cooperation at home.

What this session will cover:

• The sensory piece - how sensory processing differences contribute to dysregulation, and why "just calm down" doesn't work
• The attachment piece - how co-regulation and connection shape a child's capacity to self-regulate over time
• Reading the signs - recognising early cues of dysregulation before things escalate
• Practical strategies - sensory-based and relationship-based tools you can use immediately, tailored for home life
• Q&A - time to ask questions specific to your own child and family situation

Presented by

Vivienne Williams, Owner & Principal Occupational Therapist - Kids Matters Occupational Therapy