Behaviour & Boundaries

Explore Alfred Adler’s Individual Psychology and practical strategies for parents and educators to nurture children’s confidence, belonging and resilience.

Written from the viewpoint of a young person, this powerful article challenges professionals to reflect on the importance of first interactions, consistency, and presence when working with children — showing how small actions can build (or break) trust.

A practical guide to understanding sensory seeking behaviours in children. Learn the signs, causes, and strategies parents and professionals can use at home and in school to support sensory needs.

A trauma-informed guide exploring physical touch-seeking behaviours in children with SEMH needs. Learn how to interpret, support, and respond through safe, regulated, and compassionate practices.

Explore how behaviours in children with SEMH needs present, what drives them, and how to offer effective, trauma-informed support. Includes practical strategies and evidence-based insights.

A comprehensive guide to understanding Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in children. Learn causes, behaviours, and effective strategies to support children with SEMH. Essential reading for educators and parents.

Learn how behaviour is communication in SEMH children and discover relationship-based strategies to build trust, emotional safety, and resilience.

Practical SEMH strategies for fostering emotional regulation, connection, and resilience in children with special educational needs. Help every child thrive.

Learn what stimming is, why children stim, and how to support neurodivergent behaviours. Understand sensory regulation, reduce stigma, and create inclusive environments.

Self-management, a core competency of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), is the key to regulating one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in various situations. This skill empowers children to tackle challenges, set and pursue goals, and manage stress in a constructive manner.