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Dr Keith Houghton
@ephoughton.bsky.social
A HCPC Registered Educational Psychologist 😍 🤓😁. All views are my own or my bitmoji's 🙄.
FINAL chance in 2025 to join me on an evening of Lego Based Therapy fun tomorrow (23/10/25)

Book your space via - www.paypal.com/instantcomme... or visit Klidoscpe Educational Psychology Services Ltd website at klidoscpe.com/twilight-tra...

#LegobasedTherapy #LegoTherapy #SENCO #Neurodiversity
Lego Based Therapy Webinar - Thursday 23rd October - 6pm-8pm
Gain the knowledge and confidence to run your own Lego® Based Therapy interventions with children and young people. This comprehensive webinar offers an in-depth overview of the approach, practical st...
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October 22, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Unlock social skills with LEGO!

Join my Lego Based Therapy webinar for educators/parents.

Thurs 23rd Oct, 6-8pm

Learn the psychology for only £15.

👉 Don't miss out:

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#LegoTherapy #SEND #Parenting #CPD #Edpsychs #SENCO #Schools #Play
Lego Based Therapy Webinar - Thursday 23rd October - 6pm-8pm
Gain the knowledge and confidence to run your own Lego® Based Therapy interventions with children and young people. This comprehensive webinar offers an in-depth overview of the approach, practical st...
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October 16, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Supporting a child or young person with #SituationalMutism?

I find the PACE attitude transformative in support CYP:
🧸 Playfulness eases pressure
🤗 Acceptance builds worth
🤔 Curiosity understands feelings
❤️ Empathy ensures they're not alone

#Edpsychs #SEND #PACE
Situational Mutism is an anxiety-based difficulty where a child can't speak in certain settings.

Be patient - never force speech.
Praise all communication.
Start with small steps.
Partner with parents.
Create a safe, low-pressure environment.

#SituationalMutism #SEND #Anxiety #Edpsychs
September 29, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Exactly 1 month today

❓What - 2 hour Lego Based Therapy Webinar
🤷‍♂️ When - Thursday 23rd October 6pm-8pm
🦸‍♂️ Who - ME!
💻Where - Microsoft Teams
🕸️ How - via this link - www.paypal.com/instantcomme...

#Edpsychs #LegoBasedTherapy #SEND #SENCO #Autism #Neurodevelopment
September 24, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Seeing theory in action is powerful. Weaving MI into my work has been transformative. Shifting from expert to guide, from telling to evoking, is key!

YP build their own plans. Empowering for them, and a vital reminder for us

#MotivationalInterviewing #Edpsychs
As EPs, we use MI.

We guide, not direct. This builds resilience & helps them thrive on their own terms.

The 4 pillars:
1️⃣ Engaging - Build trust
2️⃣ Focusing - Find a goal
3️⃣ Evoking - Draw out their 'why'
4️⃣ Planning - Take achievable steps

#Edpsychs #EPUK #MI #Wellbeing
September 22, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Circle of Friends...

It empowers pupils to build empathy & transform school culture for everyone involved. A structured process that fosters genuine, inclusive friendships.

An approach I highly recommend.

#CircleOfFriends #Inclusion #SEND #Edpsychs
The Circle of Friends is a powerful, evidence-based intervention.

🔄 Process: Identify → Recruit peers → Meet → Review/Fade.

✅ Benefits: Reduces isolation, builds empathy & creates a truly inclusive school community.

#CircleOfFriends #Inclusion #SEND #Edpsychs
September 17, 2025 at 6:32 AM
Can you help @tepemma.bsky.social with her research below 👇👇👇

It would be much appreciated 💪

#Edpsychs
September 12, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Reposted by Dr Keith Houghton
🚀 Beyond ACEs: Let's talk Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)!

PCEs are everyday moments of connection & safety that build resilience & buffer against adversity.

They're the strengths-based approach we need 👇

#PCEs #Resilience #Edpsychs
September 9, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Loved delivering LBT training at Dovecot Primary school this week! 😍

A room full of enthusiastic, brilliant staff embracing a powerful intervention for pupils. It’s why I love this job.

Want this energy in your school? Let’s talk! 👇

#LegoBasedTherapy #Edpsychs #SEND #CPD #UKSchools
Thrilled to deliver our Lego-Based Therapy training at Dovecot Primary this week!

One of our most energising sessions yet. Huge thanks to the incredible, enthusiastic staff. Your engagement was incredible

www.klidoscpe.com

#LegoBasedTherapy #Edpsychs #SEND #CPD #UKSchools
September 3, 2025 at 7:38 AM
New UK study of 16k people

ACEs like abuse, neglect & conflict have a profound lifelong impact

Strongest links: poor mental health & severe pain at age 50. 4+ ACEs significantly increase risk

Our work in schools is vital to build resilience & break the cycle

#ACEs #Edpsychs
September 2, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Annual leave is going well 🤣

Now times for the caves ⛑️

#Holiday #Llechwedd #Adrenaline #ZipWorld #Titan #EdpsychInWales
August 26, 2025 at 1:07 PM
The power of "yet" is transformative😍

As an educational psychologist, I see how a #GrowthMindset helps students shift from “I can’t do this” to “I can’t do this YET”.

It builds resilience, reduces anxiety, and unlocks potential.

#Edpsychs #UKEducation
Is your child's learning limited by a fixed mindset? 🧠

We champion Carol Dweck's #GrowthMindset: the belief that abilities can be developed.

It’s shifting from "I can't do this" to "I can't do this YET".

Builds resilience, reduces anxiety & unlocks potential.

#Edpsychs #SEND
August 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM
I truly believe every UK classroom should experience #WOWW.

It’s an incredibly positive intervention to use and has such a positive and lasting impact on both the children, young people and staff.

#Edpsychs #SEND #EducationalPsychology
Stuck in a cycle of managing classroom behaviour?😫

There's a better way: #WOWW (Working on What Works).

We coach your class to spot their own strengths & build on them!

✅Empowers pupils
✅Revitalises teachers
✅Game Changing

👉DM us #WOWW for info!

#Edpsychs #SEND
August 21, 2025 at 7:09 AM
I’ll be honest… I LOVE LEGO®-Based Therapy!

It’s not just an intervention, it’s a game-changer for:

✅ Social communication
✅ Friendships
✅ Emotional regulation
✅ Confidence & creativity

EVERY child benefits, not just neurodiverse kids!

#Edpsychs #LegoTherapy #SEND
LEGO®-Based Therapy

A fun, evidence-based way to boost social skills, teamwork & communication in CYP!

🔹 Roles: Engineer, Builder, Parts Supplier
🔹 Modes: From free play to creative challenges

Perfect for neurodivergent & all learners!

Drop us a DM for more info.

#LEGOTherapy #SEND #EdPsychs
August 15, 2025 at 6:48 AM
Removing breaks as ‘punishment’ harms kids, especially neurodivergent students who rely on them to regulate & recharge

It’s counterproductive & discriminatory in my opinion

I support MrG's campaign to protect break times below 👇

petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...

#Edpsychs #SEND
Petition: Make it statutory guidance not to remove break-times for neurodivergent children
We feel that neurodivergent children (especially children with hyperactive/impulsive or combined ADHD) need movement to help regulate their brains. We think we need to stop punishing neurodivergent ch...
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August 13, 2025 at 1:35 PM
"You look like your cartoon!" 😄

One of the best parts of my #EdPsych work with CYP!

✅ Reduces anxiety
✅ Builds rapport
✅ Engage families/SENCos

Try it! A small, person-centred touch makes a big difference.

View it here - www.powtoon.com/s/bvYHoylySb...

#ChildCentredPractice #SEND #Edpsychs
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August 12, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Theory of Mind is essential for empathy, friendships and the development of social skills 👌

#Edpsychs #TheoryOfMind #SEND
Theory of Mind (ToM). It helps Children ‘read’ others’ thoughts & feelings, vital for empathy, friendships, and classroom harmony

📌 Try these in your setting:
➡️ Role-play (How would you feel?)
➡️ Story discussions (guess the character’s motive!)
➡️ Emotion card games

#SENDSupport #Edpsychs
August 11, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Amen to this 🙏

Glad to see you @epreachout.bsky.social 👋

Be sure to give them a follow if you love all things Educational Psychology!

#Edpsychs #SEND #Webinars #Hi
July 30, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Some new reading and toys to get through and use 👌

#TwitterEPS #PersonCentred #StoryCubes #Jenga
July 9, 2025 at 6:06 PM
I spent a rare 6 hours in a Special Resource Base today!

Chess strategists, ‘super fast’ races, desk-drawn maths, car experts & storytime joy.

Reminded me why I love EP work: the magic happens when we work alongside children & apply psychology🎉

#Edpsychs #SEND #EPLife
July 2, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Can you help Hannah with the below?

#Edpsychs #SocialJustice
June 19, 2025 at 5:44 PM
When SENCos/schools/parents reach out to @klidoscpeeps.bsky.social, it’s about:

🔹 Shared values
🔹 Strengths-based change
🔹 Putting kids & staff FIRST

Rooted in inclusion, growth & social responsibility, always.

Let’s collaborate! 🤝 www.klidoscpe.com

#SEND #EdPsych #ChildCentred
June 18, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Flow Friday 🧠

Take a look at this free resource 😍

#Edpsychs
✨ 🧠 FINDING FLOW 🧠 ✨

Infographic on the eight conditions of flow states 💫

When did you last feel completely absorbed in your work #edpsychs ?

New workbook - how to find flow and overcome barriers to flow:
www.theedpsychcoach.com/resources?st...
June 6, 2025 at 7:05 AM
Booked my place 👏

Looking forward to #epfest2025 with @edpsy.bsky.social following the last one!

Make sure you get signed up 😍

#Edpsychs #EducationalPsychology
Registration is LIVE! 🎟️🎪🎉

Let's go! Delighted to open registration for our Festival of Educational Psychology on 19th September.

From now until we launch our programme you get a 10% Early Bird discount! Use code EARLYBIRD10

Book here: festival.edpsy.org.uk

#edpsychs #education - please reshare
June 5, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Although X has absolutely died. One thing I'm super grateful for is the relationships from #TwitterEPS

I met virtually with @davidpep.bsky.social today to discuss all things EP & we genuinely just had a decent chat & got to know each other.

It's what it's all about.

#Relationships #EPLife
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May 27, 2025 at 4:22 PM