C o n t e n t
- An introduction to the nine sensory systems.
- Understanding behaviour: when is it inside and when outside your child’s control?
- Sensory overwhelm: how to prevent overwhelm, and increase a felt sense of safety.
- Meltdown safety planning: what to do before, during and after your child is in meltdown.

Elen Nathan is an Occupational Therapist, founder
and director of The Playful Place, a neuro-diverse
affirming, trauma-informed occupational therapy
practice in Napier. Elen is a passionate therapist,
whose practice centres around protecting and
building self-esteem and whole whānau wellbeing
for those she works with, through creating safe
spaces for all. Elen has completed her post grad in
sensory integration and developmental trauma to
improve outcomes for those with sensory
processing differences in New Zealand. Elen
provides inspiring and practical training on many
topics, ensuring opportunities for translation of
theory into practice.