Gerry Diamond.
@gerrydiamond1971.bsky.social
Nurture Lead. CBT Practitioner. Teacher of Mindfulness.[MBSR/MBCT]
Keynote International Speaker. Attachment & Trauma Trainer. gerard.diamond@ourcloud.buzz
Keynote International Speaker. Attachment & Trauma Trainer. gerard.diamond@ourcloud.buzz
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Trauma responsive practices explore the link between the brain & nervous system & how this impacts young people's learning & behaviour.
My presentations will give educators & authorities the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people. 🧠🌱
My presentations will give educators & authorities the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people. 🧠🌱
This is going to be one of my most important workshops of 2026.
Seeing the nervous system when everyone else sees "bad behaviour."
Supporting & developing self -reg through small manageable steps.
Treat symptoms.
Address root causes.
Supporting children's internal reality 🧠🌱
Seeing the nervous system when everyone else sees "bad behaviour."
Supporting & developing self -reg through small manageable steps.
Treat symptoms.
Address root causes.
Supporting children's internal reality 🧠🌱
Join me in understanding about the brain & nervous system supporting children's regulation challenges, feelings & emotions.
Providing a supportive approach while building emotional regulation.
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Providing a supportive approach while building emotional regulation.
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February 9, 2026 at 8:13 PM
This is going to be one of my most important workshops of 2026.
Seeing the nervous system when everyone else sees "bad behaviour."
Supporting & developing self -reg through small manageable steps.
Treat symptoms.
Address root causes.
Supporting children's internal reality 🧠🌱
Seeing the nervous system when everyone else sees "bad behaviour."
Supporting & developing self -reg through small manageable steps.
Treat symptoms.
Address root causes.
Supporting children's internal reality 🧠🌱
Join me in understanding about the brain & nervous system supporting children's regulation challenges, feelings & emotions.
Providing a supportive approach while building emotional regulation.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supporting...
Providing a supportive approach while building emotional regulation.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supporting...
February 9, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Join me in understanding about the brain & nervous system supporting children's regulation challenges, feelings & emotions.
Providing a supportive approach while building emotional regulation.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supporting...
Providing a supportive approach while building emotional regulation.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supporting...
Trauma responsive practices is about what we do & how we do it.
Understanding the nervous system & noticing these responses.
Instead of labelling it "bad behaviour,"we begin by reframing it as regulation challenges & building conditions where young people can thrive. 🧠🌱
Understanding the nervous system & noticing these responses.
Instead of labelling it "bad behaviour,"we begin by reframing it as regulation challenges & building conditions where young people can thrive. 🧠🌱
February 8, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Trauma responsive practices is about what we do & how we do it.
Understanding the nervous system & noticing these responses.
Instead of labelling it "bad behaviour,"we begin by reframing it as regulation challenges & building conditions where young people can thrive. 🧠🌱
Understanding the nervous system & noticing these responses.
Instead of labelling it "bad behaviour,"we begin by reframing it as regulation challenges & building conditions where young people can thrive. 🧠🌱
youtu.be/fpf4F8K2to4?...
Children are conditioned to learn emotional behaviour from their environments.
Your voice,facial expression & your emotional energy they witness & experience.🧠🌱
Children are conditioned to learn emotional behaviour from their environments.
Your voice,facial expression & your emotional energy they witness & experience.🧠🌱
Kids copy our Behavior!
YouTube video by Western Sydney University School of Education
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February 8, 2026 at 11:38 AM
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Children are conditioned to learn emotional behaviour from their environments.
Your voice,facial expression & your emotional energy they witness & experience.🧠🌱
Children are conditioned to learn emotional behaviour from their environments.
Your voice,facial expression & your emotional energy they witness & experience.🧠🌱
Trauma responsive practices explore the link between the brain & nervous system & how this impacts young people's learning & behaviour.
My presentations will give educators & authorities the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people. 🧠🌱
My presentations will give educators & authorities the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people. 🧠🌱
February 8, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Trauma responsive practices explore the link between the brain & nervous system & how this impacts young people's learning & behaviour.
My presentations will give educators & authorities the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people. 🧠🌱
My presentations will give educators & authorities the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people. 🧠🌱
This event in just over 3 weeks will be a"one time only" with this particular presentation for eventbrite as it will be getting used for an org for content.
This workshop will also be different to my pinned post that I provide for schools & authorities.
More information below.
This workshop will also be different to my pinned post that I provide for schools & authorities.
More information below.
February 8, 2026 at 10:33 AM
This event in just over 3 weeks will be a"one time only" with this particular presentation for eventbrite as it will be getting used for an org for content.
This workshop will also be different to my pinned post that I provide for schools & authorities.
More information below.
This workshop will also be different to my pinned post that I provide for schools & authorities.
More information below.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982229154...
New event.
Supporting Children’s Brains & Bodies When Emotions Arise.
4th March 7pm-8.30pm.
Why behaviour happens.
Distressed behaviour.
Brain areas that influence behaviour.
Awareness & understanding of the stress response.
👇👇
New event.
Supporting Children’s Brains & Bodies When Emotions Arise.
4th March 7pm-8.30pm.
Why behaviour happens.
Distressed behaviour.
Brain areas that influence behaviour.
Awareness & understanding of the stress response.
👇👇
Supporting Children's Brains & Bodies When Emotions Arise.
Learn how to tackle those big emotions with practical tips and fun activities to support kids' brain development.
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February 2, 2026 at 10:29 PM
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New event.
Supporting Children’s Brains & Bodies When Emotions Arise.
4th March 7pm-8.30pm.
Why behaviour happens.
Distressed behaviour.
Brain areas that influence behaviour.
Awareness & understanding of the stress response.
👇👇
New event.
Supporting Children’s Brains & Bodies When Emotions Arise.
4th March 7pm-8.30pm.
Why behaviour happens.
Distressed behaviour.
Brain areas that influence behaviour.
Awareness & understanding of the stress response.
👇👇
Trauma informed responsive practices explore the link between the brain,nervous & how this impacts young people's learning & behaviour.
My presentations will give educators the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people.
Pop me an email🧠🌱
My presentations will give educators the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people.
Pop me an email🧠🌱
January 30, 2026 at 7:41 AM
Trauma informed responsive practices explore the link between the brain,nervous & how this impacts young people's learning & behaviour.
My presentations will give educators the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people.
Pop me an email🧠🌱
My presentations will give educators the knowledge to support the restoration of psychological safety of your young people.
Pop me an email🧠🌱
Neuroscience tells us that young people with ACEs/ trauma shapes the developing brain, which manifests in behavioural problems overwhelming their ability to cope,impacting their stress regulatory capabilities.
This is why we need a neuroscience informed approach. 🧠🌱
This is why we need a neuroscience informed approach. 🧠🌱
January 27, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Neuroscience tells us that young people with ACEs/ trauma shapes the developing brain, which manifests in behavioural problems overwhelming their ability to cope,impacting their stress regulatory capabilities.
This is why we need a neuroscience informed approach. 🧠🌱
This is why we need a neuroscience informed approach. 🧠🌱
Understanding the science behind the fight,flight response helps us recognise the signs of stress in our children & young people. It equips staff with tools & an understanding of when pupils are in their protective brain & guiding the back to their thinking brain. 🧠🌱
January 19, 2026 at 6:50 AM
Understanding the science behind the fight,flight response helps us recognise the signs of stress in our children & young people. It equips staff with tools & an understanding of when pupils are in their protective brain & guiding the back to their thinking brain. 🧠🌱
Looking forward to working with staff this week from the after-school sector & nursery sector from 6.30pm- 8.30pm over 2 nights.
We will be understanding neuroscience in supporting children’s distressed behaviour.
Understanding neurobiological shutdown. 🧠🌱
We will be understanding neuroscience in supporting children’s distressed behaviour.
Understanding neurobiological shutdown. 🧠🌱
January 18, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Looking forward to working with staff this week from the after-school sector & nursery sector from 6.30pm- 8.30pm over 2 nights.
We will be understanding neuroscience in supporting children’s distressed behaviour.
Understanding neurobiological shutdown. 🧠🌱
We will be understanding neuroscience in supporting children’s distressed behaviour.
Understanding neurobiological shutdown. 🧠🌱
Some of our young people grow up in up in a abnormal harsh psychological environments where their needs aren't met. In educational settings it is important & impacful when pupils walk through your school entrance & they think?
"Here is my safe relationships."🧠🌱
"Here is my safe relationships."🧠🌱
January 18, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Some of our young people grow up in up in a abnormal harsh psychological environments where their needs aren't met. In educational settings it is important & impacful when pupils walk through your school entrance & they think?
"Here is my safe relationships."🧠🌱
"Here is my safe relationships."🧠🌱
Trauma is at its worst when children have nowhere to run, until someone comes to save them.🧠🌱
January 18, 2026 at 9:54 AM
Trauma is at its worst when children have nowhere to run, until someone comes to save them.🧠🌱
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Looking forward to making a contribution to this event on the 29th January. Why not join us to find out about the fantastic events that were held in 2025 & the BIG plans for 2026.
Everybody is welcome.
Looking forward to making a contribution to this event on the 29th January. Why not join us to find out about the fantastic events that were held in 2025 & the BIG plans for 2026.
Everybody is welcome.
Celebrating Scotland's ACEs Journey
Get ready to find out what 2026 holds for Scotland's ACEs Action Community!
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January 18, 2026 at 9:20 AM
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Looking forward to making a contribution to this event on the 29th January. Why not join us to find out about the fantastic events that were held in 2025 & the BIG plans for 2026.
Everybody is welcome.
Looking forward to making a contribution to this event on the 29th January. Why not join us to find out about the fantastic events that were held in 2025 & the BIG plans for 2026.
Everybody is welcome.
ACEs & trauma informed responsive practices,including the biological underpinnings, should be at the core of any gap to closing attainment.
This is why it is important that we bring in an approach that gives an understanding of how the brain works in educational settings.🧠🌱
This is why it is important that we bring in an approach that gives an understanding of how the brain works in educational settings.🧠🌱
January 17, 2026 at 9:47 AM
ACEs & trauma informed responsive practices,including the biological underpinnings, should be at the core of any gap to closing attainment.
This is why it is important that we bring in an approach that gives an understanding of how the brain works in educational settings.🧠🌱
This is why it is important that we bring in an approach that gives an understanding of how the brain works in educational settings.🧠🌱
When pupils feel safe,seen,heard & understood,their nervous system settles,behaviour & learning often follows.🧠🌱
January 15, 2026 at 8:22 PM
When pupils feel safe,seen,heard & understood,their nervous system settles,behaviour & learning often follows.🧠🌱
Co-regulation is a biological priority. The most healing interactions with our pupils take place in connection,not the correction.
Small moments.The validation. Understanding.
Co-regulation is where it all begins.
We need adults who provide emotional & psychological support🧠🌱
Small moments.The validation. Understanding.
Co-regulation is where it all begins.
We need adults who provide emotional & psychological support🧠🌱
January 15, 2026 at 7:50 AM
Co-regulation is a biological priority. The most healing interactions with our pupils take place in connection,not the correction.
Small moments.The validation. Understanding.
Co-regulation is where it all begins.
We need adults who provide emotional & psychological support🧠🌱
Small moments.The validation. Understanding.
Co-regulation is where it all begins.
We need adults who provide emotional & psychological support🧠🌱
How do we expect young people from battleground childhoods to suddenly come into our schools and "behave well"
This is often misread in schools as being disruptive challenging behaviour and we try to punish them into a better way of being.
What they really need is support.🧠🌱
This is often misread in schools as being disruptive challenging behaviour and we try to punish them into a better way of being.
What they really need is support.🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 8:08 PM
How do we expect young people from battleground childhoods to suddenly come into our schools and "behave well"
This is often misread in schools as being disruptive challenging behaviour and we try to punish them into a better way of being.
What they really need is support.🧠🌱
This is often misread in schools as being disruptive challenging behaviour and we try to punish them into a better way of being.
What they really need is support.🧠🌱
Not all behaviour is a choice. So it is important to recognise the difference between misbehaviour and stressed behaviour ,a survival mechanism to toxic stress.If we treat them the same ,it can be worse for our young people.🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Not all behaviour is a choice. So it is important to recognise the difference between misbehaviour and stressed behaviour ,a survival mechanism to toxic stress.If we treat them the same ,it can be worse for our young people.🧠🌱
When a young person doesn't feel safe,their cortex won't be accessible.The nervous system is activated and the learning brain shuts down.When young people feel,heard,safe, understood through a place of relationships and regulation,only then will the cortex be accessible.🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 6:47 PM
When a young person doesn't feel safe,their cortex won't be accessible.The nervous system is activated and the learning brain shuts down.When young people feel,heard,safe, understood through a place of relationships and regulation,only then will the cortex be accessible.🧠🌱
Before pupils can engage in academic learning,their brains need to feel safe,connected & regulated. This is achieved through the bottom up approach.
Brainstem,survival. "Am I safe?"
Limbic system, emotional brain.
"Am I loved & do I belong?"
Cortex."What can I learn?"🧠🌱
Brainstem,survival. "Am I safe?"
Limbic system, emotional brain.
"Am I loved & do I belong?"
Cortex."What can I learn?"🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Before pupils can engage in academic learning,their brains need to feel safe,connected & regulated. This is achieved through the bottom up approach.
Brainstem,survival. "Am I safe?"
Limbic system, emotional brain.
"Am I loved & do I belong?"
Cortex."What can I learn?"🧠🌱
Brainstem,survival. "Am I safe?"
Limbic system, emotional brain.
"Am I loved & do I belong?"
Cortex."What can I learn?"🧠🌱
Outside our nurture room. A large cardboard brain visual to help our young people understand the organisation of the human brain.🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 7:47 AM
Outside our nurture room. A large cardboard brain visual to help our young people understand the organisation of the human brain.🧠🌱
Co-regulation is the biological process where one person's calm supports another's dysregulation .
For pupils a regulated adult is a place of safety when they need your presence to help support big feelings.🧠🌱
For pupils a regulated adult is a place of safety when they need your presence to help support big feelings.🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 6:55 AM
Co-regulation is the biological process where one person's calm supports another's dysregulation .
For pupils a regulated adult is a place of safety when they need your presence to help support big feelings.🧠🌱
For pupils a regulated adult is a place of safety when they need your presence to help support big feelings.🧠🌱
Let's stop punishing pupils for skills they haven't developed yet. Self-regulation, executive functions, behaviours that are rooted in underdeveloped brains. This does not mean that we excuse the behaviour,it means that we meet the need behind it & guide them from there. 🧠🌱
January 14, 2026 at 6:38 AM
Let's stop punishing pupils for skills they haven't developed yet. Self-regulation, executive functions, behaviours that are rooted in underdeveloped brains. This does not mean that we excuse the behaviour,it means that we meet the need behind it & guide them from there. 🧠🌱
See you all tonight. Lots to get through.
Brain development.
What survival looks like.
Neuroscience lens.
Stressed brains do not learn the same as brains that feel safe.
Distressed, dissociative & dysregulated behaviour.
Children do not leap from meltdown to calm.
👇👇
Brain development.
What survival looks like.
Neuroscience lens.
Stressed brains do not learn the same as brains that feel safe.
Distressed, dissociative & dysregulated behaviour.
Children do not leap from meltdown to calm.
👇👇
Looking forward to welcoming everybody on Wednesday evening to discuss:
Healing tools & approaches to children's emotions needs.
Factors influencing children's behaviour.
Behaviours we see.
Creating psychological & emotional safety & much more.🧠🌱
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1776798655...
Healing tools & approaches to children's emotions needs.
Factors influencing children's behaviour.
Behaviours we see.
Creating psychological & emotional safety & much more.🧠🌱
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1776798655...
Trauma in Children & Responding to the Function of Distressed Behaviour
Join us to explore the world of childhood trauma and how to understand and support distressed behavior in kids.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 3:52 PM
See you all tonight. Lots to get through.
Brain development.
What survival looks like.
Neuroscience lens.
Stressed brains do not learn the same as brains that feel safe.
Distressed, dissociative & dysregulated behaviour.
Children do not leap from meltdown to calm.
👇👇
Brain development.
What survival looks like.
Neuroscience lens.
Stressed brains do not learn the same as brains that feel safe.
Distressed, dissociative & dysregulated behaviour.
Children do not leap from meltdown to calm.
👇👇