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Studio 3 Studio 3 is an international training and clinical organisation specialising in behaviour support.

Studio 3 is an independent organisation which provides a range of clinical and coaching services for individuals, families and organisations. Founded in the 1990s, Studio 3 promotes the ideals, philosophies and benefits of positive psychology and Low Arousal Approaches. We are the originators of the Low Arousal Approach, a non-aversive approach to managing distress, which encourages stress reduction and de-escalation, with a focus on the behaviour of supporters. Whilst we specialise in supporting professionals and families to best support individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities and a range of other conditions, we also provide training and coaching in a number of areas including for teachers in educational environments and for residential and foster carers, as well as clinical services such as diagnostic assessments and one-to-one therapy for individuals. At Studio 3, we are strongly anti-restraint and never advocate the use of restrictive practices in care environments. Whilst we sometimes teach gentle physical skills on a case-by-case basis, we will never teach prone or supine restraint holds and do not sanction seclusion of any kind. Our aim is to give people the skills they need to manage distress without situations escalating to crisis levels, subsequently improving environments and developing more positive relationships between supporters and individuals. After receiving training or clinical inputs from our team, individuals report feeling more confident, less stressed, and more positive about their relationships with the individuals they support.

06/10/2026

Psychologist and crisis intervention specialist Andy Prisco discusses the limitations of traditional compliance-based crisis models on a recent podcast episode. Through his organization Jumpstart Mastery, Prisco advocates for a neuroscience-informed, skill-based approach that prioritizes nervous system awareness, self-regulation, and practical communication techniques over restraint and control.

Listen to the full episode via our website - https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

01/10/2026

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Psychologist and crisis intervention specialist Andy Prisco discusses the limitations of traditional compliance-based crisis models on a recent podcast episode. Through his organization Jumpstart Mastery, Prisco advocates for a neuroscience-informed, skill-based approach that prioritizes nervous system awareness, self-regulation, and practical communication techniques over restraint and control.
Listen to the full episode via our website - https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

08/09/2026

A short video clip from our Podcast with Dr Catriona Stewart

A powerful conversation about autism in women and girls

In this in-depth podcast conversation, we’re joined by Dr Catriona Stewart — a late-diagnosed autistic woman, researcher, advocate, and co-founder of the Scotland Women’s Autism Network (SWAN).

Catriona shares her fascinating personal and professional journey, from her early work in the arts, film and herbal medicine to her academic research into autistic girls, anxiety and the female autistic experience.

Listen to the full episode via our website https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

03/09/2026

A powerful conversation about autism in women and girls

In this in-depth podcast conversation, we’re joined by Dr Catriona Stewart — a late-diagnosed autistic woman, researcher, advocate, and co-founder of the Scotland Women’s Autism Network (SWAN).

Catriona shares her fascinating personal and professional journey, from her early work in the arts, film and herbal medicine to her academic research into autistic girls, anxiety and the female autistic experience.

Listen to the full episode via our website - https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

25/08/2026

“Low arousal isn’t simply a set of techniques. It’s a way of being.”

Bo Hejlskov Elvén joins Professor Andy McDonnell on Reflection to Action to explore dignity, autonomy, responsibility and why people often grow through success rather than failure.

A conversation about becoming trustworthy, changing the language around behaviour and putting kindness and respect at the centre of support.

🎧 Watch the taster. Listen to the full episode via our website - https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

21/08/2026

What if low arousal is less about the techniques you use and more about the person you choose to be?

In the latest Reflection to Action, Professor Andy McDonnell is joined by Bo Hejlskov Elvén for a conversation about dignity, autonomy, responsibility and what really helps people thrive.

Bo challenges some familiar assumptions — including the idea that people primarily learn through mistakes — and explains why success, trust and positive experiences can create stronger opportunities for change.

They also explore the power of language, our human need to belong and why good support starts with becoming someone worthy of trust.

A thoughtful conversation about kindness, respect and putting ethical practice into action.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of Reflection to Action via our website- https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

17/08/2026

Don't forget to check out our latest episode from of our new Reflection to Action podcast.

“The children aren’t naughty, they’re scared.”

Beth Morrison joins Professor Andy McDonnell to discuss restraint, seclusion, children’s rights and the 15-year campaign that led to Callum’s Law.

A powerful conversation about understanding what behaviour is communicating and changing how we support children in distress.

🎧Listen to the full episode via our website - https://www.studio3.org/podcasts

13/08/2026

Address

Minerva Mill Innovation Centre, Station Road
Alcester
B495ET

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

01225334111

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