Sensory Processing Difficulties in Children and Young People

We are here to de-bunk the myths and set the record straight in our workshop dedicated to Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integrations and Sensory Processing Difficulties.

This workshop, 2 hours in length, is designed for parents and professionals alike. We aim to cover:

• Discover OTs Role in your child’s sensory development and daily engagement.
  
• Understand Sensory Processing: Learn how sensory systems influence behaviour and learning.
  
• Identify Sensory Challenges and the signs to look for in your child.
  
• Personalise Sensory Support with tailored sensory diets and activities.
  
• Empower Sensory Regulation at home and school with simple, effective strategies.
  
• Boost Development Through Play: Harness play to support sensory needs.
  
• Build Routines for consistency and calm, making sensory activities a natural part of everyday life.
  
• Access Resources and tools to support you and your child on this journey.
  
• Ask Questions, Share, and Connect with other parents facing similar challenges.

The workshop is ticketed, you must have a ticket in order to attend. Advance booking is required.

Refreshments and snacks will be available. Accessible parking is available on site. Standard parking is available on the road outside Cynon Linc for 2 hours or you can park at Aberdare Library (please adhere to ticketing rules within the carpark).

Clinical Director, Highly Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and Sensory Integration (SI) Practitioner at Seirrah Therapies

Joanne is a friendly, positive, and outgoing Highly Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist & Sensory Integration Practitioner, with a real passion and drive for supporting children, young people and their families with everyday activities and challenges. Joanne Works in a professional manner at all times and it is her aim to make a difference to the lives of the individuals and families she supports.

Joanne has previously supported and help to set up Occupational Therapy services to; a children’s therapy company, secure setting for adults with complex needs, and specialist schools for Autism. Joanne’s experience of various diagnoses and working within teams of professionals also extends to complex behavioural difficulties.

Joanne has extensive experience of assessment and report writing, with a particular interest in assisting individuals, families, and Solicitors with SEN Tribunals. Joanne is available to provide assessment, consultancy and training to families, schools, Solicitors and parent support groups, remotely, in the South Wales clinic, across the UK and Internationally.

Rachel is a ALN and SEND Advocate at Sunshine Support. She has been working in advocacy for over 12 years, having a particular interest in IDPs (Welsh Law) and tribunals for PIP/DLA cases. She is a highly accomplished and successful Advocate, having won a lot of cases for families throughough Wales and England.
Rachel will be on hand to answer your questions.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Cynon Linc, Seymour Street, Aberdare, United Kingdom