Our Family Story
As an adoptive mum supporting her son through some challenging times, Sarah learnt about non–violent resistance (NVR) and adapted it to develop a more holistic approach – Connective Parenting NVR.
We now share the approach with families from across the UK and beyond and also train other professionals working with families in the approach.
Our mission!
We provide a caring, supportive space where families and professionals can discover new ways of parenting to replace traditional parenting methods that just don’t work.
Whether it’s helping families who are struggling to connect, or families who are experiencing very challenging behaviours, we’re here to help.
We do this by:
supporting and empowering parents and carers to help them create a calmer, happier home
training other professionals in our approach so that more families can create a calmer, happier home
working with schools so that children can learn and reach their full, amazing potential.
Sarah Fisher
I’m a single adoptive mum, passionate about helping other families experiencing difficulties.
I adopted a gorgeous little boy and together we’ve been on a journey of discovery. It hasn’t been an easy road, more a rollercoaster, but I’m so glad I chose to adopt and I wouldn’t turn the clock back for anything.
During my journey, I’ve learnt to support my son with his anxiety and have stopped some of his unacceptable behaviours. These behaviours weren’t because he is a naughty or horrible child (because he’s not). He was very distressed due to past trauma and anxious and just didn’t know how to show his emotions.
Through the use of non-violent resistance (NVR), we have changed our family around. We’ve come through many challenges and, no doubt, there are more to come! But I remain passionate about helping other families do the same.
Sarah x
Founder – Connective Family
Experienced Connective Parenting NVR Coach and Trainer
Somatic Trauma Informed Coach
Accredited Intermediate EFT Practitioner
Neurodivergent
Lover of chocolate!
Meet the Team…
Introducing our fabulous team of specialists – our Connective Family parent coaches, our business team and our lovely associates. All are experts in their own fields and bring lived experience across parenting, therapy, education, special educational needs and disability (SEND), non-violent resistance (NVR) and occupational therapy.
Kelly Cox
Coach and Trainer
Hi, I’m Kelly, I’m based in south Wales and birth mum to 2 children. Previously, I have worked directly with parents and carers for over 10 years and am passionate about supporting others to build connected relationships and live in supportive and connected homes. I first came across non-violent resistance (NVR) when supporting families involved in the Youth Justice System and, more recently, working within an education setting. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting others. And I love anything Disney and spending time with family and friends and my two horses!
Hi, I’m Kelly, I’m based in south Wales and birth mum to 2 children. Previously, I have worked directly with parents and carers for over 10 years and am passionate about supporting others to build connected relationships and live in supportive and connected homes. I first came across non-violent resistance (NVR) when supporting families involved in the Youth Justice System and, more recently, working within an education setting. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting others. And I love anything Disney and spending time with family and friends and my two horses!
Kat Green
Coach and Trainer
Hi, I’m Kat and before working for Connective Family, I was a Primary School teacher for 25 years, and worked in 5 different schools, 11 of those years as a headteacher in a large infant school. I introduced therapeutic approaches to our school, and believe in focusing on relationship building rather than behaviour management. I have 2 young children, and an ex-racehorse… I am not sure who is harder to manage! My self-care involves horse riding, exercising, seeing friends and family, and a good film and nice food! Joining Sarah at Connective Family has allowed me to continue to support families. Creating a strong connection based on the things that interest and motivate your child, whilst being really present in the eyes of the child, is something that I am passionate about.
Hi, I’m Kat and before working for Connective Family, I was a Primary School teacher for 25 years, and worked in 5 different schools, 11 of those years as a headteacher in a large infant school. I introduced therapeutic approaches to our school, and believe in focusing on relationship building rather than behaviour management. I have 2 young children, and an ex-racehorse… I am not sure who is harder to manage! My self-care involves horse riding, exercising, seeing friends and family, and a good film and nice food! Joining Sarah at Connective Family has allowed me to continue to support families. Creating a strong connection based on the things that interest and motivate your child, whilst being really present in the eyes of the child, is something that I am passionate about.
Bethan Taylor
Coach and Trainer
Hello, I’m Bethan, and I live in Cardiff with my 4 children. Before joining Connective Family, I spent eight years supporting families on the edge of care and previously worked in Youth Offending Services. My experience spans child protection, complex needs, and helping professionals embed NVR in practice. I’m passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces where children and families can flourish. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, taking walks with my dog, Eddie, and catching up with friends.
Hello, I’m Bethan, and I live in Cardiff with my 4 children. Before joining Connective Family, I spent eight years supporting families on the edge of care and previously worked in Youth Offending Services. My experience spans child protection, complex needs, and helping professionals embed NVR in practice. I’m passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces where children and families can flourish. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, taking walks with my dog, Eddie, and catching up with friends.
Laura Healey
Business Manager
Hi, I’m Laura, I’m the Business Manager at Connective Family. I have two young children and live in Sussex. I was a stay at home parent for a few years before joining Connective Family, prior to that I worked in the Civil Service for a long time. I am passionate about the welfare of parents and the connection we have with our children. I have used many of the principles of NVR with my own children and have realised how my own mental health contributes to being the best parent I can be to them. I love how we support so many families in different ways as it’s hard for parents to know where to look for help. I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling when we can and socialising with our friends and their families.
Hi, I’m Laura, I’m the Business Manager at Connective Family. I have two young children and live in Sussex. I was a stay at home parent for a few years before joining Connective Family, prior to that I worked in the Civil Service for a long time. I am passionate about the welfare of parents and the connection we have with our children. I have used many of the principles of NVR with my own children and have realised how my own mental health contributes to being the best parent I can be to them. I love how we support so many families in different ways as it’s hard for parents to know where to look for help. I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling when we can and socialising with our friends and their families.
Sandra Summers
Associate Coach and Trainer
I’m Sandra, one of Sarah’s Associates. My career spans over 20 years, starting out in social work in the Fostering and Adoption Team. For the last 15 years I’ve supported birth parents, adoptive parents, kinship carers and foster carers. During this time my interest grew in attachment and trauma-based approaches, which is what attracted me to non-violent resistance (NVR). I realised I already implemented many of the concepts with my own children, so having the opportunity to help others in NVR just came naturally. And I now love supporting Sarah in delivering training. Parenting brings challenges and rewards. I hope I can help parents and carers move past the ‘wobbles’ and see positive change!
I’m Sandra, one of Sarah’s Associates. My career spans over 20 years, starting out in social work in the Fostering and Adoption Team. For the last 15 years I’ve supported birth parents, adoptive parents, kinship carers and foster carers. During this time my interest grew in attachment and trauma-based approaches, which is what attracted me to non-violent resistance (NVR). I realised I already implemented many of the concepts with my own children, so having the opportunity to help others in NVR just came naturally. And I now love supporting Sarah in delivering training. Parenting brings challenges and rewards. I hope I can help parents and carers move past the ‘wobbles’ and see positive change!
Alison Neal
Associate Specialist Occupational Therapist
I am the founder of School Sensory Solutions and provide specialist occupational therapy services for children and young adults with a range of difficulties. I’m also an advanced practitioner in sensory integration therapy; with several years experience of lecturing and mentoring other therapists and have had a book published on sensory movement breaks. I work with families and children at home and in a variety of special schools to find solutions to everyday problems that actually work and can be implemented at home or school. I can also offer assessments for EHC (Education, Health, Care) plans and tribunals where necessary.
I am the founder of School Sensory Solutions and provide specialist occupational therapy services for children and young adults with a range of difficulties. I’m also an advanced practitioner in sensory integration therapy; with several years experience of lecturing and mentoring other therapists and have had a book published on sensory movement breaks. I work with families and children at home and in a variety of special schools to find solutions to everyday problems that actually work and can be implemented at home or school. I can also offer assessments for EHC (Education, Health, Care) plans and tribunals where necessary.
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