Map & Compass Neuro-Developmental Therapy

25/02/2026

It was an honour to have the opportunity to speak to a great group of parents, professionals and educators last night in Garvagh as they gathered to learn about Children's Mental Health from a Neurodevelopmental perspective.

This is one of the things I love to do! Spreading the word about the science behind and the benefits of neurodevelopmental therapy/reflex integration and auditory integration is a passion and something I will always be grateful to have the opportunity to do.

To find out more: www.mapandcompasstherapy.com

23/02/2026

This is an important post for me to share.

Neurodevelopmental Therapy is not a fear-filled practice….or it certainly shouldn’t be!

It is infused with hope.

Yes there is an education side to it…and that is thrilling for all of us who are purely delighted that this information is now available and accessible to the world more pervasively than it has ever been in history.

However, if that information is causing fear, regret and shame…then it’s not doing it’s job well.

Information is for empowerment and guidance.

And that is what I always want you to feel from me and the work of Map & Compass Neurodevelopmental Therapy.

It’s about looking behind only long enough for us to have the most informed investigation and then ALL THE REST is about looking forward and making steps towards optimal development and the best ways to help bodies and brains work together to bring ease to lives big and small.

So follow my stories and posts for neurodevelopmental education, but read and watch with the lens of curiosity, learning and understanding.

Let’s get on with setting a course for your child towards HOPE ….fear and worry won’t help them or you on this journey.

So really, be kind to yourself to yourself …

Take a breath.

To get in touch www.mapandcompasstherapy.com

22/02/2026

22/02/2026

More school programmes incoming!!!!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

19/02/2026

New Blog Post:

What does a Neurodevelopmental Therapist actually do? 🔍 In this 30-minute episode of the Eden Equips podcast, I break down the role of a Neurodevelopmental Therapist and share "bite-sized" nuggets of neurodevelopmental education. If you are a Map & Compass client who finds it tricky to explain ou...

18/02/2026

Just a quick reminder that we are open again this Saturday from 10am until 3pm, in The Rock at Portstewart Baptist Church. Hope to see you then.

10/02/2026

Ever wondered what a Neurodevelopmental Therapist actually does? 🔍

I’m answering that (and other questions!) on the latest episode of the Eden Equips podcast with Rebecca McCullough.

It was a joy to support Eden Consultancy’s mission: “Changing the world for neurodiverse children by equipping their key adults with knowledge and strategies. Autism, ADHD, behaviour and emotional wellbeing consultancy for non-profits and parents/carers.”

Expect a bit of neuroscience explained in a simple way, a bit of heart, and a chunk of passion—along with multiple uses of the word “fascinating!” 😆

✨ Perfect for: Parents, educators, and the neuro-curious!

🎧 Link to listen below!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UgdIwhGJxYJKzsQRlGqmi?si=mcgfKpJ8Q92lhmAoWtotSw

09/02/2026

So so happy this is now available for parents and care-givers…

09/02/2026

Time management doesn’t come naturally to everyone but rhythm teaches timing in the most practical way.

In RGM, participants must track beats, start and stop with accuracy, and perform sequences within a set rhythm. This builds an internal sense of timing that supports day-to-day time management.

Rhythm helps make time more visible, predictable and manageable.