Larkspur Consulting

Larkspur Consulting Larkspur Consulting offers neuroaffirming coaching & advocacy for children and families.

We specialize in IEP/504 support, emotional regulation, & executive functioning. Our mission: success, confidence, & independence across home, school, and community!

Today, we pause to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave everything in service to our country. Wishing you a...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave everything in service to our country. Wishing you all a meaningful day of gratitude and remembrance.

Happy Mother’s Day to the fierce advocates, the cycle-breakers, and the mothers who lead with a strength-based heart.Tod...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the fierce advocates, the cycle-breakers, and the mothers who lead with a strength-based heart.

Today, we celebrate the moms who spend their hours researching, listening, and championing the unique needs of their children. Advocacy isn’t just a series of meetings or paperwork; it is a profound act of love that ensures every child is seen, understood, and supported exactly as they are.

To the mothers who prioritize agency and celebrate neurodivergent joy—your dedication is transforming the landscape for the next generation. We see the work you do behind the scenes and the unwavering belief you have in your children’s brilliance.

Take a moment today to honor your own resilience. You are doing incredible work.

Happy Mother’s Day!

📝 Know Your Rights: Navigating the IEP Process with Confidence! 🛡️The IEP table can feel intimidating, but remember: You...
04/18/2026

📝 Know Your Rights: Navigating the IEP Process with Confidence! 🛡️

The IEP table can feel intimidating, but remember: You aren’t just a guest at the meeting—you are a mandatory member of the team. 🤝

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) gives you specific "Procedural Safeguards" to ensure your child gets the support they deserve. If you’ve ever felt like you didn't have a say, this post is for you.

Swipe through to learn your 6 fundamental rights:
1️⃣ Participation: You are an equal partner in every decision.
2️⃣ Prior Written Notice: No surprises! The school must tell you why they are making changes.
3️⃣ Informed Consent: You hold the "green light" for evaluations and services.
4️⃣ Access to Records: You have the right to see what the school sees.
5️⃣ Independent Evaluations (IEE): Disagree with the school's testing? You can ask for a second opinion.
6️⃣ Stay Put: Protection for your child’s placement during a dispute.
✨ Staying Empowered: Your voice is the most powerful tool in the room!

Pro-Tip: Save this post so you can reference it during your next pre-IEP prep session! 💾

Which of these rights did you find most surprising? Let’s chat in the comments! 👇

3 Goals. 1 Mission: A home where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. 🌿This New Year, we are focusing on: 🧠...
12/30/2025

3 Goals. 1 Mission: A home where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. 🌿

This New Year, we are focusing on:
🧠 Nervous System Support (Safety > Compliance)
🏠 Environmental Audits (Proactive > Reactive)
✨ Celebrating Autonomy (Authenticity > Masking)

Swipe through to see how we are turning these goals into actionable steps at home. 👉

Save this post to revisit when you need a reset in the New Year! 📌

Stop the After-School Meltdown with the “Safe Landing” Approach 🛑✋The transition from school to home is HARD on the nerv...
12/21/2025

Stop the After-School Meltdown with the “Safe Landing” Approach 🛑✋

The transition from school to home is HARD on the nervous system. Instead of jumping straight into homework or “How was your day?”, try this 4-step neuro-affirming routine:
1️⃣ The Air Lock: Low talking, comfy clothes immediately.
2️⃣ Refuel: Crunchy or cold snacks to reset the system.
3️⃣ Sensory Check: Do they need quiet (cocooning) or movement (crashing)?
4️⃣ Special Interests: Let them engage in their favorite hobby to recover.

Remember the Golden Rule: Regulation BEFORE Productivity. 🧠⚖️

Swipe through to see the full guide! ➡️

🎁 The Ultimate Sensory Gift Guide is here! ✨Struggling to find the perfect gift that supports sensory needs AND brings j...
11/30/2025

🎁 The Ultimate Sensory Gift Guide is here! ✨

Struggling to find the perfect gift that supports sensory needs AND brings joy? Larkspur has got you covered.

Shopping for neurodivergent children often means looking beyond the “top toys” lists and finding items that regulate, soothe, or engage specific sensory systems. Whether you are shopping for a sensory seeker, an avoider, or someone in between, this guide breaks it down by category to make your holiday shopping easier.

Swipe through to explore ideas for:

🌪 Vestibular: For the movers, shakers, and crashers.
🎶 Auditory: For rhythm lovers or those needing quiet.
✋ Tactile: For hands-on exploration and texture play.
👀 Visual: For calming light shows and mesmerizing motion.
💪 Proprioception: For heavy work and grounding.
🧘 Interoception: For mindfulness and body awareness.
🌈 Sensory Bins: For open-ended creative play.

💡 Pro-Tip: Share this post with grandparents, aunts, and uncles who might need a little help picking out the right gift this year!

Which category is at the top of your list? Let me know below! 👇

Your peace is more important than the passing of the potatoes.” 🥔🧡Thanksgiving can be a sensory minefield, but it can al...
11/27/2025

Your peace is more important than the passing of the potatoes.” 🥔🧡

Thanksgiving can be a sensory minefield, but it can also be a beautiful opportunity to redefine what “together” looks like.

Today, let’s measure success not by how long the kids sat at the table or how many varied foods they ate, but by how safe and seen they felt.

Here’s to a holiday of:
✨ Comfortable clothes
✨ Safe foods without apology
✨ Stimming as joy
✨ Authentic connection

Happy Thanksgiving, friends! We are so grateful for this community.

We don’t fix kids. We empower families. ✨If you are tired of advice that tells you to change your child, you’re in the r...
11/27/2025

We don’t fix kids. We empower families. ✨

If you are tired of advice that tells you to change your child, you’re in the right place. At Larkspur Consulting, we focus on:

✨ Sensory Detective Work
✨ Executive Function Scaffolding
✨ Co-Regulation Mastery
✨ Advocacy Scripts

Swipe left to see exactly how we support you. 👉

When the questions start, here is exactly what to say. 💬🦃We love our families, but we also know that holiday gatherings ...
11/25/2025

When the questions start, here is exactly what to say. 💬🦃

We love our families, but we also know that holiday gatherings can be a minefield of sensory overload, social expectations, and—let’s be honest—unsolicited advice.

As parents and advocates, it can be hard to find the right words in the heat of the moment when a relative asks why your child isn’t eating the turkey or why they are pacing in the hallway.

✨ Swipe through for your Thanksgiving Advocacy Cheat Sheet.

I’ve put together scripts to help you navigate:
🍽️ Food preferences & “safe foods”
🙅‍♀️ Boundaries around affection/hugs
🔄 Stimming & movement
🤫 Unsolicited discipline advice
👋 The early exit

Remember: You aren’t being rude by setting boundaries; you are protecting your loved one’s regulation.

Save this post so you have these scripts in your pocket for Thursday! 🧡

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