Sheila Addison Autism Advisor and Coach

26/04/2026

New on the blog: Understanding Energy Accounting and Its Impact on Autistic Individuals — plus practical balancing strategies to support sensory needs, social demands, and routines. A quick, compassionate read for caregivers, educators, parents and autistic adults looking to manage physical, emotional, and mental energy more effectively. Read more: https://wix.to/P3XXeFH

Energy accounting is a concept that refers to how individuals manage their physical, emotional, and mental energy throughout daily life. For autistic individuals, this process can be particularly complex due to sensory sensitivities, social demands, and the need for routine. Understanding how energy...

22/04/2026

I help parents and carers feel steadier at home with supportive, low arousal strategies that build partnership, not pressure. My holistic, neuro-affirming approach means I support both your child’s and your wellbeing. Visit https://wix.to/jqYaOxq to learn more. 💛

16/04/2026

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Navigating the professional world as a neurodivergent employee can have its challenges, but it is much easier with the right support. I provide dedicated mentoring for individuals and strategic advice for employers to build better partnerships. https://wix.to/9JkOitC

11/04/2026

My latest blog, “Embracing Low Arousal Parenting for Autistic Children,” explains gentle strategies to reduce sensory overload, de-escalate meltdowns, and build calmer, more connected moments with your child. Read the full guide here: https://wix.to/AHR2jfB

03/04/2026

New on the blog: Understanding the Connection Between ARFID and Autism: Challenges and Solutions. Explore how sensory sensitivities can influence eating for autistic people, plus practical strategies for families and caregivers. Read more: https://wix.to/sSBXW1s

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a complex eating disorder that often goes unnoticed, especially when it occurs alongside autism. Many autistic people experience unique sensory sensitivities and behavioural patterns that can influence their eating habits. This connection between....

01/04/2026

Feeling overwhelmed? My parent coaching makes support practical and kind. Results you can expect:include, increased support within education and better family wellbeing. Sheila’s person-centred approach guides every step. Find out how it can help your family: https://wix.to/QFaqGKQ 🧭💬 . Book a chat today.

30/03/2026

The eight sensory systems, continued.
Sensory differences can significantly impact overall wellbeing for many autistic people, creating an individual sensory profile can be hugely beneficial.

24/03/2026

Real-life moments, real practical person-centred responses. From sensory overwhelm to communication preferences and fatigue, Sheila’s trauma-informed coaching reframes challenge into clear day-to-day strategies that respect your experience, find compassionate support at https://wix.to/9XNOQio — share with someone who’d benefit. 🌟🧩

23/03/2026

From crisis to calm: a short, anonymised progress story showing how tailored mentoring made a measurable difference. After six months of mentor-led support, one client moved from weekly meltdowns and missed appointments to attending 9/10 scheduled activities, reporting daily anxiety levels halved and sleep improving by 45 minutes on average. Techniques used included sensory planning, stepwise routine-building, co-created visual supports and coached communication scripts — all delivered in a strengths-based, non-pathologising way. This is Sheila’s approach in action: practical strategies that build lasting independence for autistic people, parents and professionals across the UK. Read more and book a consultation: https://wix.to/l7WEHs6

23/03/2026

Small sensory tweaks, big calm: three simple routine changes that make days easier for autistic people and their families. 🧭✨

Morning: Before—blaring alarm and busy lights. After—gentle vibration alarm and warm bedside lamp for a calmer start.

School/work transition: Before—no transition plan. After—5‑minute countdown with visual cue and headphones to reduce noise. Sheila notes smoother handovers and less overwhelm.

Evening: Before—bright screens and unpredictable noise. After—screen dimming, soft music, predictable wind‑down steps for better sleep. Sheila’s person‑centred approach shows improved sleep quality.

These small, personalised changes beat one‑size‑fits‑all fixes. Learn more and find tailored ideas at https://wix.to/UeK7kfp
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