Some days, the world just feels like too much — too noisy, too fast, too demanding. Other days, it can feel distant, hard to reach, or quietly overwhelming. For many families supporting neurodivergent children, everyday life is a mix of both.

You know the moments: when getting dressed turns into a battle, when a transition unravels the whole morning, when your child (or you) is running on empty and nobody can say why. You don't need one more thing to fix. You need tools that actually work, and people who get it.

That's what this summit is for. Over three live half-days, you'll learn neuroscience-informed, practical strategies for regulation, connection, and resilience — from clinicians, therapists, and fellow caregivers who've been exactly where you are. No pressure to get it perfect. Just real strategies, real science, and a community that understands.

Join us live on November 5, 12 & 19, 2026, from 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. MT — or catch every session on demand for 60 days if life gets in the way. Come as you are. Refill your cup. And bring a friend who might need this too.

What's Covered

The program unfolds over three themed days:

• Day 1 — Understanding Sensory Life in Real Time: Sessions on sensory experience, regulation, and finding the right therapeutic fit, featuring Dr. Amy Laurent, Dr. Jacquelyn Fede, Lola Dada-Olley, Dr. Alexa Herrera, and Allison Cost.
• Day 2 — Co-Regulation and Everyday Wellness: Practical tools for caregiver self-care, feeding, meltdown support, and daily routines, with Dr. Kathy Platzman, Hannah Robertson, Dr. Carrie Alvarado, Carrie Dishlip, and Kristine Westmoreland.
• Day 3 — Strengthening Hope and Advocacy: Sessions on compassionate advocacy and co-regulation in community settings, featuring Adam Johns, Dr. Virginia Spielmann, and Coriander Woodland.

Registration and Continuing Education

Early bird tickets are $89 through October 11, 2026 (a $40 savings off the $129 regular price).

An optional AOTA/ASHA CEU add-on ($75) is available for professionals, while all registrants receive a Certificate of Attendance at no extra cost.

Learn more: sensoryhealth.org/basic/when-world-too-much-or-not-enough

For questions, contact STAR Institute at education@sensoryhealth.org.