Introduction to the Low Arousal Approach Online Training – October 2, 2025

October 2, 2025 – 9 am – 3:30 pm Mountain Time

Featuring Low Arousal Trainer Keri Fisher

The one day, 6 hour Low Arousal Training focuses primarily on practical, non-confrontational approaches to supporting individuals who experience significant stress and present behaviours that may be difficult to manage. Training encourages support providers to focus on the person rather than the behaviour and try to understand the underlying causes of the behaviour, rather than viewing it as a problem that needs to be solved. Course participants are also introduced to a range of proactive and reactive strategies as well as being given opportunities to reflect on their own behaviour and how this may impact the behaviour of others. Time is also devoted to the development of effective coping strategies that can help support providers manage their own stress and anxieties around the individuals and behaviours they work with.

Course discussions include:

The Law
Tolerances
Causes of Behaviour
Low Arousal/Anatomy of an Incident
Emotional Debriefing
PERMA Model of Wellness
Management of vs Changing a Behaviour

Attendees are expected to be present for the entire session with their video turned on and encouraged to participate in all discussions.

A certificate will be issued to participants who both participate and complete the 6 hour session. The one day, 6 hour Low Arousal Training is an introduction to the theory behind the Studio 3, 3-day Low Arousal Training.

Who can take this training?

This training is designed for professionals, but parents will find this course helpful too. Please note, parents – the law portion of the course may be triggering for some people depending on your past experiences. The course is limited to 15 participants. Once the course is sold out, you can be placed on a waiting list by sending an email to maureen@autismawarenesscentre.com .

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations will be accepted until September 25th, 2025. After that date, there will be no refunds for cancellations or no shows. We would ask that you find someone to take your place on the training.

Schedule (Times listed are in Mountain Time)

Start – 9:00 am

Break – 10:00 am

Lunch – 11:45 am – 12:15 pm

Finish by 3:30 pm

Biography

Keri Fisher, Behaviour and Training Practitioner in Low Arousal Approaches

As a mother of four children, my passion for positive psychology and the Low Arousal Approach is not just professional, but deeply personal. Practicing in a way that promotes proactive support—rather than solely relying on reactive planning—aligns with my ethos of creating calm, compassionate, and effective ways to reduce stress and support overall well-being. Less Stress, More Connection.

With over 14 years’ experience in both adult and children’s services in Northern Ireland, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my role. Before joining Studio 3, I worked as a Service Manager for an organisation supporting autistic adults, individuals with intellectual disabilities, and those with acquired brain injury.

I continue my journey as Lead Trainer in Low Arousal Approaches to support families, their loved ones, and organisations that strive to create safe, calm, and happy environments highlighting the need for co-regulation rather than confrontation when supporting our children or those we support in overwhelm, in distress, or expressing big emotions. With a focus on reducing stress, and creating safety — for both the child and the adult. This approach is especially helpful for individuals, who may process the world differently and experience heightened stress responses. It honours unique ways of being, promotes emotional safety, and supports trusting, connected relationships — creating space for regulation, not escalation.