I’m Pooky, an autistic speaker, writer and educator. I help you understand and support neurodivergent children, young people and adults, with practical ideas you can use the very next day.
Below are some of the talks and webinars I’ve given recently. Click into any of them for the slides and companion notes, free to use in your own school or setting.
Thinking about booking me? Read more about how I work and what I speak on, or email me at [email protected] and tell me what you’re after.
Mental Health of Neurodivergent Learners
Learn how to recognise early signs of distress, view behaviour through a neurodivergent lens, and use simple, low-load approaches to create safer, more affirming environments.
Mentally Healthy Schools
Practical, evidence-informed strategies for school leaders and staff who want to strengthen mental health and inclusion across their setting. Explore six key areas of a whole-school approach, from staff wellbeing to early intervention, and leave with a clear, achievable action plan to create lasting, positive change.
Parenting with Purpose
For parents of children aged 3-11 who wonder “Am I getting this right?” Discover the GROW framework for staying Grounded, being Responsive to actual needs, staying Open and curious, and balancing boundaries with connection through Wise parenting.
When Behaviour Escalates Fast
Discover 7 practical, evidence-based strategies to support children struggling with morning anxiety and school avoidance.
Autistic Transition Y6 to Y7
Practical strategies for supporting autistic students during the transition from Year 6 to Year 7. Discover evidence-based approaches across six key areas (from passing on what works well to building relationships and teaching self-advocacy) that reduce anxiety, foster continuity of support, and help autistic students not just survive transition, but thrive in secondary school.
Behaviour that Challenges
Slides and notes from this keynote on seeing behaviour as communication. Learn to stay regulated, get curious about the ‘why’, and turn crisis into connection.