Declarative Language at School

From power struggles to partnership—reduce student stress and increase cooperation

  • Understand the why – A down-to-earth explanation of declarative language and why it works, especially for students with demand avoidance or anxiety.

  • Practical support – Two full pages of ready-to-use scripts for common classroom situations, for immediate implementation.

  • See real results – Reduce stress responses, build trust, and create more collaborative, calm and engaging learning environments.

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Teachers & allied health professionals

Discover A New Way of Communicating—Without the Guesswork

Supporting children with high anxiety or demand avoidance can feel like navigating a whole new world—and the pressure to “get it right” can be overwhelming. Whether you're a teacher trying to reduce meltdowns in the classroom or a health professional offering support from the sidelines, it can feel like the stakes are high and the roadmap unclear. This guide offers a clear, compassionate starting point, helping you build trust and connection through simple, powerful language shifts.

Who This Freebie Is for

  • Teachers supporting students with anxiety and demand avoidance

  • Educators seeking practical, neuroaffirming strategies that work

  • Anyone wanting to reduce stress and build connection with students

  • Allied health professionals working closely with schools and educators.

  • Professionals new to PDA and unsure where to begin

  • Parents navigating tricky school transitions & after-school fallout

Hey, I'm Sarah.

social worker & educator

With a background in education & social work - I'm a true hybrid

As a neurodivergent mum of two ND kids, I live and breathe what I teach

I'm passsionate about helping educators and parents feel confident and connected, not overwhelmed

My vision is for all children to know and experience their own brilliance

It starts with language, but changes everything.

Join the movement that’s transforming classrooms through curiosity, trust, and neuroaffirming language.

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