Solving the Sensory Puzzle: A 2-part series

Solving the sensory puzzle: A 2-Part workshop series

Cost: £100 for the whole series

Hosted by: Katy Fox, Specialist Occupational Therapist, and Chrissy Dickens, Psychological Therapist and Neurodevelopmental Coach

Are you a parent or carer of a pre-schooler or primary school aged child (or a professional working with them) who seems overwhelmed by certain textures, noises or environments? or perhaps they’re constantly seeking movement, touch or sensory input? Are you wondering how to better understand and support that child’s unique sensory needs?

This three-part workshop series is designed to help you explore, understand and confidently respond to the sensory world of children. Feel free to contact us on help@pathwaysts.co.uk with any queries.

What’s this workshop about?

In collaboration, Katy (our specialist Occupational Therapist) and Chrissy (our Founder, Psychological Therapist and Neurodevelopmental coach) will guide you through the often-misunderstood world of sensory processing—what it is, how it shapes your child’s experience of the world and how it links to emotions, behaviour and relationships.

Whether your child/ the child you work with has a diagnosis, is on a waiting list or simply shows signs of sensory sensitivities, this series is here to empower you with insightful knowledge and practical tools. We want you to leave feeling heard, more confident to understand your child’s sensory processing needs and equipped with new ideas and strategies to try out with renewed energy!

Who is this series for?

This series is ideal for:

· Parents and carers of pre-school or primary school aged children with sensory sensitivities, neurodivergence (e.g. autism, ADHD) or emotional regulation challenges

· Educators or support staff wanting to learn more about sensory processing in this age group

What you can expect:

· A warm, safe and supportive space

· A small group (10 or less)

· Practical, real-life strategies (not just theory!)

· Space for reflection, sharing and questions about your own experiences with our dedicated and experienced team

· Handouts and take-home resources

Agenda for the workshops is as follows

Workshop 1/2: What is 'Sensory Processing'? (10:30 - 13:30, 09/02/2026) and when sensory needs are unmet

Gain a clear, accessible understanding of:

· The 8 sensory systems (yes, there are more than 5!)

· How the brain processes sensory information

· What it looks like when sensory processing is going well and smoothly

· The connection between sensory input, regulation and emotional well-being

· What it looks like when children are overwhelmed or under-stimulated

· Common sensory processing challenges in children (e.g. sensitivity to sound, touch or movement)

· How sensory needs can affect behaviour, attention, sleep and relationships

· The emotional toll for children and for parents too

Workshop 2: Practical strategies for everyday life (10:30 - 13:30, 23/02/2026)

Continuation of above and walk away with:

· Tailored, child-centred strategies to support sensory regulation

· Tools to help your child feel safe, connected, and calm

· Simple home and school adaptations that really make a difference

· A compassionate, non-judgmental approach to parenting through a sensory lens