Tuesday, 24th February - Microsoft Teams - 12:00 - 13:00

Animals can be powerful allies when supporting children and young people through emotionally heightened or dysregulated moments. This webinar will explore practical strategies for using the presence, rhythm, and responses of animals to co-regulate during meltdowns, shutdowns, panic, or sensory overwhelm. You’ll learn how to plan for crisis moments safely, understand what not to do, and discover why animals can act as stabilising influences when used effectively.

What You’ll Learn

• How to support co-regulation during emotional or behavioural dysregulation

• Practical strategies for using animal presence to reduce distress

• Planning and safety considerations for crisis moments

• Common pitfalls to avoid when working with children and animals

• Why animals can provide a stabilising influence in the right conditions

Hosted by:
David Boxall – Training and Development Coordinator at Elysian, specialising in creating and delivering training programmes on animal-assisted interventions. David brings extensive experience in using AAI to support engagement, emotional regulation, and positive outcomes in educational and care settings.