Lived Experiences

"I have autism, and the world feels difficult because of unspoken social rules and overwhelming

sensory experiences. I struggled to speak, the words wouldn't come out, and I hurt myself because I

was so scared. Some staff said I was out of control, but I was just terrified. My nurse sat with me

when I was distressed, giving me space to feel that way. He stayed calm and showed me how to find

calm in moments of distress. Connection is what helped me get better"

“SPACE has been transformative. I used to over-accommodate my children’s worries out of love, but I now realise this was actually deepening their anxiety. The biggest change has been in me—I’m calmer, more consistent, and it’s making a huge difference.

Despite challenges like exam prep and family stress, we’ve stayed peaceful and connected as a family. I truly believe every parent should experience this.”

“I’m attending every week alongside the head teacher to support both parents and children at school. After the introductory session, I could already see that this approach offers something truly different—both as a parent and as a teacher.

By week 4, we’re already seeing positive changes, and parents are talking about it at the school gates. It’s exciting to be part of this initiative, and we’re eager to share it with other teachers across the school to further support our families.”

“I just wanted to say thank you to you both for delivering such a brilliant, informative, and thought-provoking course.

The support from both you and the group has been amazing, and I’ve learned so much from everyone involved.”