Low Arousal Approaches at Studio 3
The Low Arousal Approach focuses on reducing stress and preventing escalation by changing how we respond in moments of distress. It shifts attention away from control and towards understanding, safety and calm.
At Studio 3, Low Arousal underpins our training with families, professionals and organisations.
Our courses focus on practical application, reflective practice and real situations, supporting people to respond with clarity, care and respect.
Low Arousal Approaches at
Studio 3
The Low Arousal Approach focuses on reducing stress and preventing escalation by changing how we respond in moments of distress.
It shifts attention away from control and towards understanding, safety and calm.
Developed by Professor Andrew McDonnell, this approach recognises that behaviour often reflects stress, fear or overload.
By lowering demands, using low-intensity responses and creating predictable environments, people are better supported to regulate and recover.
At Studio 3, Low Arousal underpins our training with families, professionals and organisations.
Our courses focus on practical application, reflective practice and real situations, supporting people to respond with clarity, care and respect.
Foundations of
Low Arousal
Introductory training for families, professionals and educators. These online courses build a shared understanding of stress, distress and calm responses across everyday settings.
Choose the Foundations course that best fits your role or context.
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Gain an understanding
of the Low Arousal Approach
This course provides 3 hours of CPD UK certified training in Low Arousal Approaches.
It is available on demand and designed to fit around the realities of busy working and caring lives.The training introduces the principles of Low Arousal and how they apply in everyday practice.
It is suitable for carers, support workers and professionals working across mental health, social care, education and residential settings, supporting children, young people and adults.The focus is on understanding stress and arousal, and how these shape behaviour in moments of distress.
The course is relevant for both experienced practitioners and those new to this work.
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"It’s more than a method; it’s a mindset rooted in compassion and connection, and I absolutely love it."
Advanced Low Arousal Approaches
For those with existing experience who want to deepen their understanding of stress, coping and reflective practice, and strengthen sustainable Low Arousal work.
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