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Understanding children's behavior goes beyond what meets the eye. Kate Keisler, founder of Calm and Connected, illuminates the deeper reasons behind children's social, emotional, and sensory challenges.

Kate Keisler has dedicated her career to helping often misunderstood children. As an occupational therapist and founder of Calm and Connected, she equips parents and teachers with the tools they need to help children feel safe, understood, and empowered. In this episode, Kate reveals how childhood behavior often reflects unmet needs rather than ‘naughtiness’ and offers practical strategies for effectively supporting these children.

Specifically, Kate shares:

• Why children’s behavior is often a form of communication.
• The biggest misconceptions about children with social, emotional, and sensory challenges.
• How parents and educators can create a supportive environment that fosters safety and connection.
• The impact of childhood trauma and how small interventions can make a big difference.
• Simple, actionable strategies to help children regulate their emotions and thrive. 

Mentioned in This Episode:

• The role of occupational therapy in supporting children with additional needs.
• How Kate’s personal experiences led her to work with children.
• The importance of teaching children emotional regulation skills early.
• Why caregiver education is key to ongoing support.
• The impact of childhood trauma and ways to address it.
• How small, practical changes can create a big difference for children.
• The connection between mental health and childhood development.
• Practical tips for parents and educators to create supportive environments.
• How to recognise signs of distress in children and respond effectively.

About Kate: Kate Keisler is the founder and director of Calm and Connected, an organization dedicated to supporting children with social, emotional, and sensory difficulties. She is passionate about empowering caregivers and provides practical tools and training to help children feel safe in their own bodies. Kate believes in creating environments where children are seen, heard, and understood, leading to long-term positive change.

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About Tracy:

Tracy Fryer is a branding powerhouse, speaker, and founder of Design Studio Perth and Trace Designs Bespoke. She’s dedicated to helping business owners and creatives build brands that truly reflect their values, passions, and long-term vision. As the host of The Real Biz Life Chronicles, Tracy brings raw, insightful conversations that push entrepreneurs to embrace bold growth, develop strategic branding, and lead with unapologetic confidence. Her approach is refreshingly real—blending deep expertise with a passion for authenticity, creative excellence, and business success.

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