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.
Building Your Capacity to Care
For school staff who want to care well without burning out, this session explores how to sustain connection with yourself and your colleagues. You’ll learn practical tools such as stress awareness, empathetic listening and micro-moments of care that build stronger relationships without adding to your workload.
PDA in the classroom
Discover 7 practical, evidence-based strategies to support demand avoidant learners in the classroom
Parenting Autistic Children
Parents and carers seeking clearer ways to support their autistic child will learn how to use the GROW framework to build connection, cooperation, and calm. This session offers simple, effective tools for managing sensory needs, supporting regulation, and reducing daily stress while strengthening your relationship and confidence at home.
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.