Tes Conference 2026

Applying Neuroscience and Relational Approaches to Support Children Affected by Trauma & Mental Ill Health

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Thank you for attending Dr Asha Patel's session at Tes SEND Show 2026.

This presentation explores how trauma impacts children's brains, bodies, relationships and mental health, and provides practical strategies for supporting safety, regulation and connection.

Applying neuroscience and relational approaches to support children affected by trauma & mental ill health

What you'll learn:

  • How trauma affects the nervous system

  • The relationship between trauma and mental health

  • Understanding anxiety, depression and psychosis through a trauma-informed lens

  • Why children develop and use maladaptive coping strategies

  • Practical relational approaches that support recovery

  • Understanding and managing the impact of vicarious trauma

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About Dr Asha Patel

Dr Asha Patel is recognised for advancing trauma informed, psychologically safe systems across education, health, and local authorities.

Through Healing Together, Asha helps organisations reduce unintentional harm, improve staff wellbeing, and sustain change with existing resources.

Dr Asha Patel, Clinical Psychologist and trauma-informed practice expert