Are you caring for a child who is highly sensitive or on the autism spectrum condition?

My belief is that highly sensitive children (also known as HSPs), and those with autism spectrum condition, have a great deal to teach us at this time. In many ways they are leading us into new ways of living, being, sensing, and relating, both within ourselves and to each other. How many people are able to notice this I wonder?

It’s no surprise that we’re seeing their number increase. They have a unique response to the experience of life and many of its unwelcome challenges. Through them we are learning about what needs to change, especially within our practices, structures, and environments. We’re creating a world where everyone can feel included and appreciated, having a purposeful role to play, and live with greater health, happiness, harmony and peace, and a deeper loving connection.

It’s time for earth and humanity to heal and, to some extent, these HSP children and those having different needs are certainly showing us a way forward. Through their shutdowns and meltdowns, they’re proving that much needs to change and in radical ways. I hasten to add, that will not occur if we continue to suppress symptoms of unease and continue follow the common approach of taking a pill to suppress or deny every aspect of our pain. We can no longer afford to ‘dim’ ourselves down in any way. Our bodies are intelligent. They have a consciousness of their own. Our emotions are our guidance system. Our environments reflect who we are and what we feel, particularly on a deeper level. Sadly, they are often quite toxic.

I’d love you to pause for one moment and reflect on these lyrics taken from the song by Pink, What about us?
We are searchlights,
We can see in the dark,
We are rockets pointed up at the stars,
We are billions of beautiful hearts,
And you sold us down the river too far.
We are problems that want to be solved,
We are children that need to be loved, We were willin', we came when you called,
But man, you fooled us, enough is enough. *

Every time I hear this song I feel goosebumps in my body! I believe these words describe who these highly sensitive souls might be. They’re searchlights. They do see in the dark (they see through illusion). They connect to the wisdom of their origins (the stars). They’re inviting us to connect through our hearts.

It’s obvious that many of these children and their families are struggling. Existing ‘systems’ that we have in place do not support them in ways they need (I’m speaking very generally and do not wish to cause offense to those who I know are doing a sterling job of taking care of them). It’s heart-breaking to witness chronic waiting times for autism assessments and the correct support to be put in place, both for them and for their caregivers. It’s an absolute joy to know that many are rising to the challenge of providing the very best level of care there can possibly be despite their circumstances.

They often feel like they don’t fit in, but they naturally ‘shine their light’ onto what must be addressed in our society today. Are they asking for the chance to express themselves more freely, without judgement or criticism, or the need to suppress themselves in any way? I’ll let you answer that one.

I think these lyrics may describe their difficult journey and how important it is for us to welcome them with open arms, no longer seeing them as the ‘problem’ but actually the ‘solution’ to what we most need. They’re inviting us to change. Some appear to us as old souls with wise eyes, tender hearts and a huge capacity to feel. Some are highly anxious, unable to relax or feel at ease. What they undoubtedly reveal is that humanity is carrying a great deal of ‘disharmony’. Their distressed behaviours often ‘mirror’ what they’re naturally able to sense in subtle ways and their caregivers often struggle to know how best to help them.

So maybe they provide us with gifts or opportunities to approach things in a different way. It’s this path that has worked for me and for many of those I’ve supported. I believe that we can show them how to manage their energy and how to feel ‘grounded’ and safe in their bodies. I believe we can also teach them how to honour their intuition, express their feelings and find healthy ways to cope with too much sensory information. I feel it’s time to adjust our environments, so they suit ‘everyone’.

I believe their caregivers also need suitable structures in place for the support they need and the opportunity to have their most important questions answered. I hope that these suggestions will be like seeds we plant in the ground together and, over time, we can create a wonderful new garden.

As a holistic therapist and personal development teacher for over twenty years I’ve supported a large number of families. Having always been an HSP myself I also identify with many of the challenges that those on the spectrum face each and every day, and I received my own diagnosis in 2024.

During that time, I’ve specialised in practising and teaching vibrational medicine through Reiki, colour therapy, Feng Shui, space clearing, crystal therapy, dowsing, quantum healing and working with earth energies. Numerous one-to-one client sessions combining healing with mentoring and channelling have also taught me a great deal. I’ve created programmes for caregivers and practitioners and run sessions in different settings which include nurseries, schools and colleges.

I’m fascinated by the subject of sensitivity and love supporting those who are ready to find positive and life-enhancing ways to support it in the busy and somewhat chaotic world that we live in. The majority of families I’ve worked with have been looking for gentler ways to help those they care for to manage intense emotions and distressing behaviours. They don’t always want to rely upon medication as a way to suppress how their sensitive child may feel. After all we have no idea of what the long-term effects could be.

I would like to mention a variety of practices that I’ve followed and still teach. Namely vibrational medicine, conscious caring and how to manage our energy. I feel that all of these are gentle ways to support those who are highly sensitive or have autism spectrum condition. Learning about the energy in our environment has also been especially useful for me and those I share my guidance with. At the end there’s a list of tips you can follow, which I hope will be helpful.

At the Koorana Centre, which I ran in the UK for 10 years, I encountered many young HSPs and those on the autism spectrum. They loved to be in my space, and they responded positively to the energy it held. For them it felt energetically ‘clean’, calming and inviting, and provided some degree of comfort in a world that felt overwhelming. It was a place of refuge where they could relax and truly be themselves. The name ‘Koorana’ came from the Aboriginal people. I was told it meant ‘to bring forward the children’ and that has been my aim. My focus has been on helping them to create greater confidence and positive self-esteem, and to feel safe in being heard and being seen. The ‘Koorana’ name was given to me when I opened the doors to this beautiful wellbeing space back in 2012. Indeed, I’m passionate about creating spaces where sensitive children can thrive.

It felt like a magical space. Parents and carers would frequently comment on how calm their young people would feel and the way my recommendations helped them to manage life and its complexities, both at home and in the classroom.

So here I would like to introduce you to some of the techniques that I shared with them. Let me begin by answering a few questions that caregivers often ask me.

What is the secret to sensitivity?

No doubt there are many secrets to sensitivity, but if it were necessary to choose just one then I would say ‘developing greater self-awareness’ would be a top priority. We need to cultivate greater awareness in ourselves as their parents, carers and teachers, and we need to encourage that quality in those we care for as well. Many people have come so far away from their natural sense of inner knowing. They ignore their inner truth and put their faith in systems and in people who do not serve their best interests or deeper needs. Life has also become so busy. We don’t allow ourselves the time nor the opportunity to step back and consider what it is we really want or need and what may be best suited to the needs of those we care for. We’re often running away from our pain rather than facing it head on.

I feel that when we become ‘conscious’ of who we really are and what we really need then life can open up in whole new ways and it can change the way we approach things. It’s certainly been that way for me and for the many individuals I’ve supported for the past two decades. Anxiety, stress and tension can begin to resolve more comfortably, and we can find more helpful strategies that allow us to live life peacefully. We live in a society that generally supresses symptoms of disease or we take a pill to make any pain go away. Now it’s time to dig a little deeper and to get to the root cause of our disharmony. By being conscious and ‘aware’ we allow what matters to come to the surface and to be seen, even if we perceive it to be ugly. We allow ourselves to sometimes feel what has been buried deep, even if that feels uncomfortable, and to not brush it away. We realise that it’s coming to the surface for a reason, because it’s ready to be healed or transformed into something that will serve us well. With conscious caring we also allow our children to recognise who they are as individuals, particularly on a soul level and to support them to enjoy healthy and positive self-esteem.

So, what is vibrational medicine?

Vibrational medicine can be thought of as a healing modality that uses energy such as sound, light and electromagnetic frequencies, to bring back harmony within the body, mind and spirit. We know that all matter vibrates at different frequencies and any disharmony can lead to physical, emotional and spiritual problems occurring.

An online medical dictionary says "The goal in vibrational medicine is to move, unblock or balance life energy over the physical, energetic and spiritual body. Examples of vibrational medicine are acupressure, acupuncture, aromatherapy, Bach flower remedies, chakra therapy, colour therapy, crystal therapy, healing, homeopathy, psychic surgery, Reiki, reflexology, therapeutic touch, and toning, that all come under the theme of vibrational medicine".

Many of these practices have been used by humans for thousands of years as hugely beneficial ways to stay healthy! It’s only been quite recently that we have become so reliant on our GPs and the medical system. I’m not suggesting we follow ‘alternative’ practices to replace the methods we have grown used to but rather apply some common sense and strike a balance. Complementary health practices often provide a wider range of options and are particularly well suited to those of a sensitive nature. We need to realise too that anything taken to supress our symptoms or the body’s way of alerting us to our pain and dealing with it by drawing it to the surface, will only work effectively for a given period of time.

Eventually, everything will rise to the surface to be resolved or healed.

I’ve worked with many natural modalities that are the least invasive but can be highly effective in moving energy. I personally use pendulum dowsing to send frequencies of healing linked to some of those modalities above, which positively changes the electromagnetic frequency of an individual or a space and resolves any kind of disharmony. This is also what I share in my practitioner programme.

In the quantum everything is energy and frequency. Humans and their spaces vibrate at certain frequencies, and these tend to be either harmonious or disharmonious to their health and wellbeing. As a specialist in vibrational medicine my role is to measure and rebalance the vibrational frequencies for individuals and their spaces, so they feel lighter, happier, healthier and in greater harmony. I release patterns that create density. My process is supported by incredible codes of energy which facilitate powerful transformation and change.

Did you know that your vibration or frequency can be affected by many different things? For instance, how well you feel, what activities you’ve enjoyed, the quality of your sleep, who you’ve spent time with, or what you choose to eat, drink or put inside your body. No two days will ever be quite the same.

Here’s a short list of things that may currently be affecting your personal vibration or frequency or indeed the space that you occupy:
• Your thoughts and beliefs.
• Your emotions.
• The words you choose to speak.
• What you put into your body.
• How grounded you feel.
• The people you hang out with.
• The quality of your relationships.
• The things you hear.
• The things you feel.
• The things you see.
• Your environment.
• Your level of sensitivity.
• How resistant you feel.
• How grateful and accepting you are of yourself and your current experience.

During the many years of supporting clients and providing vibrational medicine treatments I’ve noticed that an individual’s overall vibration or frequency would generally stay at a ‘consistent’ level for a certain number of days or weeks after a treatment. For example, children who may have felt especially angry were better able to release the uncomfortable emotions circulating in their body. Adults who felt low in energy would suddenly notice they felt brighter and had more clarity. Their personal vibration or frequency rarely went back to what was identified before the treatment was received. Clients would frequently say they couldn’t quite put their finger on what had changed. They would definitely feel much lighter and some of the feelings of density along with blocks and limitations they were struggling with had begun to dissolve.

As with many forms of healing and energy balancing techniques, during a follow-up treatment, I would work to harmonise the next ‘layer’ that was waiting to be presented. With many clients we started to go a little deeper each time and layer by layer old patterns of energy started to release gently. These patterns included uncomfortable emotions, unhelpful beliefs, ancestral experiences, memories, attachments that created disharmony and unconscious agreements that no one seemed to know actually existed!

This process worked especially well for those who were highly sensitive and on the autism spectrum. Sometimes it would only need one or two treatments to set them onto a more comfortable path. Unlike some forms of talking therapy, the process did not ask them to revisit their pain. The feelings of discomfort often released quite easily and naturally over a few weeks or even days. The beauty of working this way with HSPs and those on the autism spectrum was that I could also work remotely. They did not need to come into my clinic nor be required to share exactly how they may be feeling. We are all connected by energy. So long as I knew the basic set of intentions for a treatment, I could proceed to send them frequencies of energy which got to the root cause of their disharmony.

When working on children there was no need for them to sit still or to break from their usual routine. The energy would reach them as and when it was needed and in very gentle and ‘holistic’ ways. By holistic I mean that it serves the mind, body and the spirit working together as one. They are all deeply connected (scientists are now beginning to realise that this is the case too!).

Sometimes trauma can literally be passed on within a family. When one person isn’t able to carry and resolve a difficult ‘pattern’ then others become willing to work on it in some way, often unconsciously and on a soul level. An example of this was shown to me when the mother of a young man on the autism spectrum came to me when he was 16. His uncle had experienced great difficulties with his mental health during his younger years and, very tragically, he had chosen to end his life in his early twenties. By the time my young client reached his teenage years he was battling with severe anxiety and depression which were leading him the same way. In just one treatment we were able to clear some of the agreements his soul had made to help clear the family pattern. I’m pleased to say that he went from being almost suicidal to becoming more positive about his life again with a few simple changes. He had the support of a very loving and open-minded mum who knew there must be a solution that would help him.

Not every client has presented such difficulty. Vibrational medicine has often allowed me to get to the very heart of a problem or disharmony very quickly and easily and to prevent further trauma from occurring. Sadly, I do believe that some of the therapies we rely upon today do not have this ability and can actually re-traumatise the individuals they are designed to help.

How does vibrational medicine work?

The physical part of yourself is only one part of you. There are other layers like the mental and emotional bodies which can become influenced vibrationally by all the experiences I listed above. So, in terms of what you’re made of very little can actually be ‘seen’ with your physical eyes! When I dowse and measure someone’s vibrational frequencies to understand what they’re being influenced by, both mentally and emotionally, so much can be revealed. It’s with that knowledge and understanding that I can then effectively rebalance any disharmony that’s occurring. When I ‘tune in’ and connect with an individual or their space on an energetic level then set intentions for how they would like to feel I’m shown exactly what they need to come into balance vibrationally. For example, if someone felt overwhelmed by their emotions, I could use the process of pendulum dowsing to send them specific codes of energy which would replace their overwhelm with feelings of acceptance and peace. The codes I use include the energy from crystals, colours, flower remedies, sacred symbols and other sources, that are always beneficial and aligned to what the individual needs. I’ve worked to support clients of all ages in many different parts of the world. Some I have never met in-person, but I’ve received some incredible testimonials about the efficacy of this work.

How can these practices support those who are sensitive or have autism?

The experience of any form of disharmony for those who are HSPs or on the autism spectrum can be ‘magnified’ enormously. Their nervous systems are often wired quite differently to those who are neurotypical, and they may pick up ‘everything’ that’s going on in their body, their environment and within the people they engage with day to day. They can become deeply affected by many different forms of ‘subtle energy’. Therefore, if these practices allow them to reduce or resolve some, if not all of their discomfort, they will feel calmer, in balance and better able to function. If we were to consider this subtle energy like a noise, for an HSP or someone with autism, it’s as if someone has increased the volume to such a degree that it becomes really painful to hear. Coupled with this many of the individuals I’ve worked with have no idea how to really express how they feel nor how to temper their environment effectively, which can cause an enormous sense of frustration and anxiety leading to frequent shutdowns and meltdowns.

In my experience HSPs and those with autism benefit from being taught how to notice and to express what they feel in ways that are healthy. They also benefit from understanding how to manage their energy, so they no longer live in a constant state of arousal or what is commonly known as the ‘fight, flight or freeze’ or survival response.

Why is it important to teach caregivers, HSPs and those on the autism spectrum how to understand the nature and impact of subtle energies?

Quite simply, because subtle energies are real! Subtle energy can have a huge impact on the way ‘everyone’ feels and behaves and particularly for those who are highly sensitive or on the autism spectrum. As I’ve mentioned previously most of this subtle energy is ‘unseen’ but, nevertheless, it can have a huge impact on the way that any living being can feel. Everyone can learn ways to reduce and resolve the experience of adverse subtle energy. So often we focus our attention on correcting the ‘distressed’ behaviours of those who are highly sensitive or have autism. What we fail to address is the ‘environmental impact’ of the spaces that they live and work in and the part that we as their caregivers play in holding onto patterns of energy that seriously affect them. For example, say I’m a teacher or caregiver in a setting for those with autism and on my journey into work one day someone behaves aggressively towards me on the public transport system. It may cause me to feel upset and angry and I may ruminate about this experience all day. The vibrations of those feelings and emotions may continue to affect me. They may sit in my emotional and mental energy ‘fields’ around my physical body and ‘crystalise’. Anyone who is deeply sensitive and can feel this energy may become triggered when they come into contact with me. They may feel my fear and anxiety as their own and not know the source of where they are coming from. If we spend a good deal of time together, they may then start to ‘absorb’ some of this energy in their own field, where it stays, or ‘amplify’ and react to what they can feel. If I do not take responsibility for what I’ve taken on, then others who are highly sensitive may well start to ‘mirror back’ to me what I’m carrying.

Highly sensitive children and those on the autism spectrum naturally mirror back what may be happening in the energy field of others they come into contact with or within the spaces they occupy. They have a unique and highly developed way of interpreting when the energy of an individual or their environment feels ‘off’ or disconnected in some way. Even though you may say “I feel fine” after the type of experience I shared above, to them your words and disconnection from your real feelings seem out of alignment in some way and it will set off an uncomfortable reaction within their body. Their warning lights get triggered by the sensations they feel empathically.

What is the method of conscious parenting and caring?

It’s really important that we learn to express ourselves authentically and share the truth of how we feel. When we do that, it enables others to do the same and for highly sensitive souls to feel ‘safe’ in our company. When we adopt the practice of ‘conscious’ parenting and caring our attention turns inward to notice what’s really there and waiting to be revealed. That’s how we become more cognisant of what is truly happening moment by moment and the secret to how we move forward to create positive and lasting change. If we don’t notice when something is ‘off’, disconnected or out of balance and no longer serving us in some way, we can’t take action to resolve it. Conscious parenting and caring present the opportunity to look closer and in new ways at ourselves, so we can understand what HSPs and those on the autism spectrum actually experience in their reality. They help to reveal what may have been previously hidden or denied. With conscious parenting and caring we begin to view ourselves and our experiences with deeper awareness and with greater self-love and compassion. We learn to see the subtle experiences that exist all around us every day. We also start to notice the truth of what may be affecting our child’s ability to regulate their emotions and to fall prey to shutdowns, meltdowns and general feelings of anxiety.

We must become more congruent and self-aware. We can no longer blame others for any discord or suffering but instead be willing to take full responsibility for anything we’re carrying which so often can be completely unconscious. Our role is to be as authentic as we can, to be honest with ourselves and be honest with those who we care for. It’s also important to create safe environments where expressing feelings and emotions is encouraged and where we don’t try to suppress or control the fundamental way these HSPs and autistic individuals relate to us. Instead, we need to learn to value and respect the amazing contributions they make. Young people who are HSPs or on the autism spectrum can become our greatest teachers. They’re great ‘awakeners’ in our human experience which can’t be denied.

Dr Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D. mentions this in her book ‘The Awakened Family’, “Our children may be small and powerless in terms of living independent lives, but they are mighty in their potential to be our awakeners.”

What are the traits you commonly see in HSPs and those on the autism spectrum?

Aside from the difficulties that many individuals experience with communication, social skills and executive functioning there are several key areas worth mentioning:

High degrees of sensitivity -
In the vast majority of children and young people I meet they express an unusual and unique sensitivity and this can work both for them and against them. It can be helpful if they can stay in touch with their deeper feelings but managing those is rarely easy. Closing down this sensitivity is rarely a long-term solution either, which may have been our coping strategy when we were their age. Relief can usually come in the form of channelling their creative energy into activities they enjoy and through speaking in ways that are truthful and thoughtful. Our emotions and the way we feel can often be our greatest ‘guidance’ system. These young people are often teaching us how to ‘connect’ with our feelings in much deeper ways. They also often appear to have an ‘inward’ focus which is something we need to develop in so many ways. By focusing on our outward reality, we can so easily get caught up in the chaos and confusion that surrounds us.

Authenticity -
Listening to others who are not aligned with their inner truth can trigger really uncomfortable sensations in their bodies and they seem to be ‘programmed’ to respond. They see beyond anything superficial and certainly won’t be lied to. They can be very ‘choosey’ about who they spend time with and often prefer the company of animals and being in nature. They’re literally ‘wired’ to react and have built-in lie detectors that function even while they sleep! The best approach I feel, is to monitor how we approach them and speak to them in ways that are respectful, positive and empowering. They may react negatively to certain communication styles and being told what to do in a controlling way. They certainly don’t take kindly to feeling inferior. We must process our own feelings before expecting them to do the same and treat them in an equal and fair way.

Mirroring back -
They mirror back anything and everything that is out of sync with the words, actions, thoughts and beliefs of others especially those that they spend the most time with. They often do this instantly and instinctively. They rarely respond to the energy in environments in a ‘neutral’ way which is something we would all do well to learn about. Parents, carers and teachers can have a very tough time dealing with this until they embrace the opportunity to perhaps approach things differently.

Triggering our emotions -
These young people are masters at triggering our emotions both positively and negatively and particularly when we feel tired or out of balance. To be most effective in terms of raising our ‘awareness’ and therefore enhancing our personal growth, they need to get our attention. They will learn how to do that come what may! We tend to naturally attract people into our lives who reflect back areas that still need to be healed and these children are wonderfully adept at pressing our buttons when necessary. So that we cope with this type of learning and are able to stay calm and centred when feeling triggered we may need to learn new techniques as their caregivers. These may include stepping away, breathing deeply, following mindfulness practices and staying present and ‘aware’.

What are these highly sensitive children and those on the autism spectrum helping us to achieve in terms of our evolution?**

This generation is helping to raise our frequency, to untangle the past and encourage us to let go of what we no longer need. They have the potential to be our greatest teachers, healers and councillors. We must remain open and become truly authentic in our communication and take responsibility for what is ours to heal.

So, what do highly sensitive children and those on the autism spectrum ideally need in order to thrive in this modern-day world?

Here are some ideas of what could be incorporated in addition to what may be found within an individual’s education and healthcare plan, should there be one in place. Of course, much of what is shared depends upon the age and abilities each young person has and the resources that are available to meet their needs.

It’s essential to remember that each caregiver will be doing the best they can with whatever support they have available. So, while these suggestions represent what would be ‘ideal’, caregivers must decide on what is reasonable, practical and achievable.

Whenever and wherever possible it would be helpful to offer:
• Regular and consistent one-to-one support and focussed attention from caregivers.
• The opportunity to learn helpful energy management techniques including the importance of feeling ‘grounded’ in their physical body, being ‘centred’, connecting to their heart energy and managing their energy field so they create helpful boundaries and do not ‘take on’ the experiences and emotions of those they come into contact with.
• Time spent in high vibrational spaces that have been cleared of any dense or detrimental energy with breaks from devices and technology.
• The opportunity to be supported energetically with crystals.
• The opportunity to enjoy regular and ideally continuous healing sleep in a space that is safe, calming and non-triggering.
• Regular access to being in nature.
• The introduction of gentle and holistic healing modalities like Reiki, flower essences, homeopathy, colour therapy, crystal therapy and creative activities as well as energy balancing and harmonising techniques.
• Spaces that are free from geopathic and electrical stress and the influence of detrimental electro-magnetic frequencies and earth energies.
• Spaces that may be suitably ‘adapted’ to support any additional needs that are also clear of clutter and any unwelcome subtle energies.
• Regular routines and plans which avoid last minute changes.
• Opportunities for them to understand and acknowledge how they feel and what emotions may be having an impact on them, which ideally need to be released.
• Opportunities for them to understand what triggers their senses and may lead to overwhelming situations and meltdowns.
• Being involved in any decision-making process regarding their care and to receive explanations in ways they can easily understand.
• Language that is clear, concise and easy to follow.
• The opportunity to express themselves with sufficient time to respond to questions and to go through their own ‘process’ of assimilation.
• Exposure to mindful and creative practices which help to enhance their natural functioning in the right hemisphere of their brain.
• Encouragement for appropriate ways to exercise and receive support with their nutritional needs, using movement wisely as a way to release unwelcome emotions, if necessary.
• The opportunity to enhance their gut microbiome and the healthy functioning of the main organs within their body, particularly with regard to detoxification and the reduction of heavy metals and parasites.
• Appropriate activities to support any hypo-sensitivities which help them to feel calm and to self-regulate.
• Suitable activities and toys or gadgets that enhance sensory experiences in positive ways.
• Regular time out to relax, to recharge and to replenish themselves in beneficial ways and the avoidance of busy schedules.
• Feeling they’re being listened to and heard. There are practices to support those who are non-verbal as well.
• The ability to differentiate between the energy that belongs to them versus the energy that belongs to others.
• Practices to support an ‘inward’ focus so they stay aligned to their inner truth and wisdom.
• Helping them to develop their sense of purpose.

Those who have received a diagnosis for autism or other neurodiverse conditions may need specific help and support in any of the following areas:
• Support to develop their communication skills, including nonverbal communication through gestures, tone of voice and facial expressions from others.
• The ability to process information that is sensory or auditory. Sensory processing disorder may make it difficult for them to cope with sensory overload and create distressing behaviours which can be frightening, painful and result in headaches, anxiety, nausea, shutdowns and meltdowns.
• Help with developing social, cognitive and executive functioning skills.
• Developing the ability to understand and manage information including organisation and prioritisation of tasks and following strategic plans.
• Understanding differing social rules and expectations and the concept of time.
• Receiving suitable visual tools where necessary.
• Being able to anticipate and cope with change.
• Being able to manage restricted and repetitive patterns of behaviour and feel comfortable in the way they express themselves physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.
• Being able to coordinate their bodies on a physical level.
• Additional support in managing transitions like puberty, changing home, changing school, changing friendships or relationships etc.

While this is not an exhaustive list nor offered in any particular order of priority, I hope it highlights some of the more important areas for reflection, consideration and action-taking.

In my article I’ve sought to introduce some of the more significant considerations when adopting gentle and holistic practices for supporting highly sensitive children and those on the autism spectrum. This is a vast and emerging subject area on which there is a great deal to learn and discuss and I look forward to taking it further in all of the work that I do.

In recent experiences, I’ve been channelling more guidance from the higher realms and working with my own mentor, Claire Walker, to address this area. It has become apparent that many who are HSPs or on the autism spectrum hold a certain amount of light within their system that can makes things more tricky as far as their physiology goes, and this can also affect the way they interact with their soul energy. It’s almost like their physical body finds it difficult to manage their high-level light or their spiritual frequency. Many I work with have, as their origin, come from a space that exists in the 7th dimensional frequency, and it can be very difficult for them to adjust to the 3rd dimensional frequency we have here on earth, when they come into a physical body.

Even parents-to-be describe the difficulties they have in conceiving these high-level souls and managing their pregnancies comfortably. They seem to experience more symptoms of unease, and deep concern that the pregnancy may not reach its full term without additional support being given. I am open to providing advice on this new area of learning to any readers who are interested.

by Gabrielle Anya Rafello 2024