Therapists working with School
This professional development equips therapists with practical tools to measure a student’s progress who experiences School Can’t. It introduces The Connection Element’s Parent Support Courses, and guides the setting of SMART goals for school attendance. It explores a school experience assessment for children and young people, measuring progress through a wellbeing wheel linked to self determination theory, and uses a reasonable adjustment list to suggest ways school can support motivation, competency and self-advocacy.
Included therapist resources:
School experience assessment of a students enjoyment & belief in their capability.
Well-Being Wheel (linked to Self Determination Theory by Deci & Ryan, 1985).
List of Reasonable Adjustments (12 Page Document).
Student Summary - Editable Word Doc.
Resources to share with Parents.
“Supporting parents, empowering children, rebuilding hope”.
— Lisa Spicer
Testimonial
‘All of us at Peninsula Plus extend our heartfelt thanks to Lisa for an engaging, deeply practical PD on school can’t. She blended up-to-date research with real-life scenarios, drawing on rich professional expertise and lived experience.
The resources far exceeded expectations - and we can put them to work immediately to identify starting points and priorities for students experiencing school can’t. Standouts included the editable Student Summary and the Well-Being Wheel.
Lisa is a natural presenter - clear, warm, and genuinely funny - who made the content accessible for everyone, regardless of discipline or experience. We left aligned, energised, and ready to partner with schools and parents for better outcomes. Thank you Lisa, we can’t wait to hear more from you soon’.
Amy Rynsent, COO, Peninsula Plus September 2025
