Stacy Ring OT & Coach

14/04/2026

Some days, I sit with the weight of what I know, what I see, and what I feel and it’s a lot.

As an OT, a SEND parent coach, and a parent carer, I don’t just understand the systems you're are navigating, I live them too. I see the absolute exhaustion, because I’ve felt it myself. I hear the stories that don’t always make it into reports or meetings, and I know how heavy they can be.

And the truth is, it’s really personal.

Because when you wear both hats, professional and parent, you don’t get to switch off your empathy at the end of the day. You’re holding space for others while also holding it together at home. You carry the wins, the worries, the frustrations, both your own and those of the service users, patients or families you support.

Sometimes I feel frustrated, because those that need services deserve better.
Sometimes I feel tired, because the system can be relentless, both professionally, and personally.
Sometimes I feel deeply hopeful, because I see the resilience, the love, and the progress that does happen day in and day out.

But most of all, I feel driven.

Driven to keep advocating.
Driven to keep listening.
Driven to keep showing up in a way that says: “You’re not alone in this.”

If you’ve ever wondered why I care so much, it’s because this isn’t just my work. It’s my lived experience, every single day.

If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear your experience of working whilst being a parent carer, drop a comment or send me a message.

And if you’re a parent who needs support, advice or just a listening ear please don’t hesitate to reach out.

12/04/2026

Currently watching The Best of Men and honestly… it’s such a powerful reminder of why what we do matters 💛 Definately recommend!!!

As an OT, I couldn’t help but notice how central occupation is to recovery not just physical rehab, but identity, dignity, and purpose.

It’s never just about “getting better.”

It’s about:
• having something meaningful to get up for
• rebuilding confidence through doing
• reconnecting with who you are (and who you’re becoming)
• finding possibility again, even in the hardest circumstances

What really stands out is how small, meaningful activities can completely shift someone’s outlook. That’s the heart of occupational therapy, isn’t it?

Not just function… but living.

Also a gentle reminder (for myself included):
Occupation doesn’t have to be big or productive to be valuable. It just has to matter to the person.

Would love to hear have you watched it? What stood out for you?

10/04/2026

What views shape my perspective as a coach?

I’m Stacy, an Occupational Therapist, and parent carer to a neurodivergent teen, but more than that I’m someone who sees people in context of their roles, occupations and their environment, not in isolation.

My perspective is shaped by a few core beliefs:

✨ That environment matters just as much as the individual
Parent carers don’t exist in a vacuum. They are navigating systems, services, expectations, and often invisible pressures.

✨ That function over perfection always wins
In real life, especially for families in healthcare and social care roles, it’s not about doing things “right” it’s about doing what works.

✨ That roles can both support and strain us
Being a parent, a professional, and a carer, these roles are meaningful, but they can also be overwhelming when the balance tips.

✨ That small, sustainable change is powerful
Quick fixes don’t last. What matters is building routines, habits, and supports that actually fit your life.

✨ That being seen and understood changes everything.

So many parent carers feel overlooked. My work is about creating space where their experiences are acknowledged, not minimised.

As I build my coaching service for parent carers in health and social care, these are the views I come back to again and again.

Because support should feel realistic, respectful, and rooted in real life not theory alone.

If you’re a parent carer working in health or social care and this speaks to you, follow along, I’ll be sharing realistic, practical support you can actually use.”

31/03/2026

Supporting a neurodivergent child while holding down a job isn’t just “busy” it’s a constant balancing act of competing needs, an invisible emotional load, and invisible responsibilities.

You are carrying a lot, and if it matters to you, it matters to me!

Save this post for later or share it with another parent who needs to hear this today.

27/03/2026

I've been a little quiet lately.

Life behind the scenes has been full on. As an Occupational Therapist and parent carer of a neurodivergent teen, there are seasons where my professional knowledge and my personal world collide in the most intense, all consuming ways.

Recently my focus has needed to be at home, supporting, advocating and showing up for my own children in ways they needed most.

But here's the thing, this time hasn't taken me away from my purpose, it's actually reinforced it.

I'm coming back with even more understanding, compassion, and real life insight into what it actually means to support neurodivergent children whilst holding everything else together.

So if you're a parent trying to balance work, caring, and your own well being, I see you!

And I am ready to step back into this space to support you and your families.

If you're still here Thank You!! If you're new, Welcome!! I am so glad you've found me.

Stacy x

23/02/2026

My family has been navigating something very serious, and while it’s not my story to share in detail, I want to be honest that it’s been a difficult time and still ongoing. As both an OT and a parent carer, I see every day how vulnerable some of our children and young people are when the right support isn’t in place.

And with the recent announcements from the UK government about changes to SEND provision, I’ve been thinking a lot about what that means for i
us and hopeful it will mean real support, not just policies on paper, but early intervention, joined-up working, and genuinely listening to families.

This is my gentle reminder that behind every statistic is a child, and behind every system is a family doing their absolute best.

If you’re in a hard place right now, there are people who care deeply and who are working for change, myself included.

I’ll share more professional reflections when I can, but for now I’m focusing on family and existing clients and sessions.

I will be opening up appointments for new individual clients in due course.

Business' and organisations for group support, appointments post poned until further notice.

Thank you
Be gentle with yourselves 🤍

23/02/2026

05/02/2026

Even with an EHCP in place… things can still go wrong (and that doesn’t mean it’s not working).

As a parent carer and an Occupational Therapist, I know how much hope gets placed in an EHCP.

The assessments.
The paperwork.
The plans, outcomes and provision clearly written down.

And yet…
School mornings still fall apart.
Your child still struggles.
You still get that sinking feeling of “But we have an EHCP, why is this still so hard?”

Here’s the truth we don’t say loudly enough:
👉 An EHCP is not a guarantee of smooth days or instant support.

An EHCP is a framework, not a magic fix.
It can outline needs and provision, but it can’t:

-regulate a nervous system in the moment

-adapt automatically when your child’s needs change

-account for exhaustion, illness, transitions or trauma

-carry the emotional load that parents are holding every day

When things go wrong, it doesn’t mean:

the EHCP has failed

you’re asking for too much

or your child is “too complex”

It means real life is happening.

So many parent carers tell me:

“I thought once the EHCP was in place, things would improve.”
“I feel like I’m constantly firefighting anyway.”
“I don’t know how to make what’s written on paper actually work day to day.”

If that’s you, you’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.

💛 This is exactly what I support families with through my 1:1 and group coaching.

I help parent carers translate EHCPs into meaningful strategies, adapt support when things change, and build confidence in advocating without burning themselves out.

If you have an EHCP and are still struggling, that doesn’t mean you’ve failed.

👉 DM me to book a free initial conversation

05/02/2026

Familial abuse is real.

Thank you for highlighting this PEGS - Child to Parent Abuse Support and hopefully start a conversation around wider support for families going through this.

*Trigger Warning*

Last year, the Femicide Census highlighted a heartbreaking reality: women are more likely to be killed by someone they know than by a stranger. In 2022, of the 121 women killed by men, 12 were killed by their own sons, that's more than the 11 who were killed by strangers.

At PEGS, our thoughts are with each of these women and their loved ones. Each name in the Census represents a life, a family, friends and the unthinkable loss that could have been prevented. Some had reached out for support, some had kept their abuse hidden but all deserved the chance to live fear free.

This reminder is a call for action. Abuse within families is real and no one should ever have to face it alone.

27/01/2026

WARNING, SENSITIVE CONTENT:

Su***de and suicidal thoughts are difficult topics but ones that needs to be talked about with compassion and honesty.

Parent carers give so much of themselves, emotionally, physically, mentally. Many do it day in and day out with little rest, support, or recognition. It can take a profound toll on mental health.

A recent UK study found that more than 40% of parents caring for a child with long-term illness or disability had thought about su***de while managing their caring responsibilities. Only about half of those ever told anyone or sought help.

I want to say this clearly:
💛 Having these thoughts does not mean you don’t love your child.
💛 It doesn’t mean you’re failing.
💛 It means you are overwhelmed, tired, and human.

If you’ve ever felt hopeless, trapped, or scared of these feelings, you deserve support too, not judgement, not silence.
You matter. Your life matters.
And it’s okay to ask for help.

And if you support and/or employ parent carers please don't be afraid to ask difficult questions, seek support in how to respond if someone actually answers yes, they do feel suicidal, or trapped or their future looks hopeless.

If this brings up anything for you right now, please consider reaching out, to a trusted person, a professional, or a helpline in your area.

Let’s support one another with empathy, openness, and without shame.
🤍

●MIND Monday- Friday 9am to 6pm 0300-102-1234
● Samaritans: Call 116 123 (free from any phone)
Call the Samaritans Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day)
Email jo@samaritans.org (email responses may take several days)
● SANEline on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10pm every day)
● National Su***de Prevention Helpline UK on 0800 587 0800 (6pm to midnight every day)
● text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.

17/01/2026

✨ Working parents of neurodivergent children ✨

Winter can feel heavy when you’re a parent carer.
The routines change, energy dips, and suddenly everything feels harder, especially when you’re carrying everyine else's needs before your own.

If you’ve been feeling:

Stuck or overwhelmed

Unsure what your next step should be

Like you’re constantly reacting instead of choosing

💛 This is your gentle pause.

For a limited time this winter, I’m offering 1:1 calls.

In this call we will:
✔ Untangle what’s actually going on for you
✔ Bring clarity, direction, and realistic next steps that work for your family
✔ Help you feel more grounded and confident again

You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You just need a safe space to think, breathe, and be supported by someone who gets both the healthcare worker role and the parent carer role.

✨ Winter Sale available this Saturday only
✨ Limited 1:1 spots

👉 Comment “CLARITY” or DM me to book your call.

04/01/2026

Childrens rights are not optional!!

You may have seen an article in The Times this week speculating that children could lose their right to SEND support except in the most "severe" cases. The article suggests schools may "take over from parents to deal with the authorities directly for pupils with only ‘moderate’ needs in proposed government reforms."

While we are still awaiting the Government’s White Paper which will set out any confirmed proposals, we will fight any attempt to weaken or dilute existing SEND law. IPSEA is quoted in the article pictured below, and along with our campaign partners at Save Our Children’s Rights, we will continue campaigning throughout 2026 to ensure children’s legal entitlements are protected as part of any changes to the SEND system.

Children’s rights are not optional. They must be upheld.