- Hello@sharleendacosta.com
- United Kingdom
Lifting Voices. Breaking Barriers. Supporting SEND Families & Communities.
Speaker | SEND & Inclusion Advocate | Wellness Educator | Cultural Awareness Trainer
Supporting SEND Families & Challenging Cultural Stigma
Meet Sharleen
A speaker, advocate and a parent raising a child with SEND. I know firsthand the emotional, practical, and cultural challenges families face — especially within ethnic minority communities where stigma can run deep. Through lived experience and a holistic, trauma-informed approach, I help schools, parents, and professionals break down cultural barriers, build understanding, and create emotionally safe environments for children with special needs to thrive.
Sharleen
Talks That Inspire. Training That Transforms.
Do You Know?
Gut Health, Mindset & Cultural Identity A dynamic talk for health days and family groups exploring the gut-brain connection, mindset, and culturally sensitive health shifts.
Cultural Barriers in SEND
CPD for School Staff Training for educators and SENCOs on how stigma, shame, and misunderstanding around disability and mental health affect families from ethnic minority backgrounds — and how to respond with empathy and inclusion.
Unlocking Potential in SEND Students
Inspiring talks for students and parents on self-belief, emotional wellbeing, and how to use your lived story as a source of power.
The Power of Sound & Stillness
Hands-on sessions exploring sound therapy and mindfulness tools to support emotional regulation in students and families.
Testimonials
What People Are Saying
BOOK SHARLEEN
Empower. Educate. Connect.
Are you ready to:
- Deliver meaningful CPD on cultural inclusion and SEND
- Support diverse families with practical, trauma-informed strategies
- Inspire your students or staff with real-life stories and holistic solutions
Real Talk, Real Healing, Real Change
We believe in creating spaces where people can be seen, heard, and supported without judgment. Through open conversations, natural therapies, and inclusive programmes, we meet students where they are—especially those navigating the challenges in the educational system.Our work is rooted in authenticity and driven by community healing, because when we speak truth, create space to heal, and stand together, real change is not only possible—it’s inevitable.