Sharleen DaCosta

Supporting SEND families, schools and organisations to thrive through holistic wellbeing, lived experience and practical support.

Helping you move from overwhelm and isolation to confidence, connection and clarity.

Who I Support

Every family, school and organisation deserves access to compassionate, informed support.

SEND Parents & Carers

Emotional support, practical guidance and community for parents navigating the SEND journey.

Schools & Educators

CPD training, workshops and consultancy to build inclusive, wellbeing-centred school cultures.

Organisations & Community Groups

Speaking, training and consultancy to support inclusion, cultural awareness and family wellbeing.

How I Can Support You

For Parents

1:1 wellbeing sessions, The Parent Tree community, guided support for navigating SEND systems, and emotional resilience tools.

For Schools

CPD-accredited training on SEND, cultural barriers, gut-brain wellbeing and inclusive practice for staff and leadership teams.

For Organisations

Keynote speaking, bespoke workshops, community events and consultancy on inclusion and family-centred support.

What People Say

"Sharleen's support helped me realise I wasn't alone. She gave me the confidence to advocate for my child and the tools to look after myself too."

"Sharleen's training was eye-opening for our whole team. She brought such warmth and honesty to a difficult topic, and we left with real, actionable strategies."

About

Meet Sharleen

I’m 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 barriers and create emotionally safe environments for children with special needs to thrive.

Featured Work

The Parent Tree

A nurturing monthly community for SEND parents to feel seen, supported and strengthened.

Speaking & Workshops

Inspiring talks and practical training for conferences, schools and organisations.

Retreats & Wellbeing Experiences

Immersive experiences designed to restore, recharge and reconnect SEND parents.

Free Guide for SEND Parents

Download your free guide: "5 Ways to Support Your SEND Child's Wellbeing"
— practical tips you can start using today.

Ready to feel supported or bring this work into your space?

Whether you’re a parent seeking support or an organisation looking to create change, I’d love to hear from you.