Liz Evans
The Untypical OT
It's More Than Just a T-Shirt- It's a Movement
You can join the Typically Untypical Movement. The t-shirt is available to buy now.
Click the button below to visit Something Profound Clothing to buy it now
What if there was a way to find other parents that get it without saying a word and feel less alone as a parent in an additional needs family?
This is a t-shirt with a difference. Have you ever been in a playground, a waiting room or a meltdown moment (you or the kids) and thought - 'does anyone else get this'. Imagine if we had a way to spot each other without having to say a word.
I'm partnering with Something Profound Clothing
to bring you the physical thing. But for this t-shirt to really do it's thing I want to partner with all of you as well. Yeah it's a great t-shirt, but to be able to create a movement, a community, a collective I'm going to need your help.
We don't all have the spoons to make big gestures and the strength in us to bring the big fight but we still want to be part of something and make a difference. Well this is it. A quiet signal. a nod to the other parents that get it and sense of belonging when you need it most.
Now we need as many people as can wearing these t-shirts so we start to see them in the wild all over the country. Want to be part of that? One of the founding members of the movement?
If you missed the live launch and the story behind the t-shirt. Don't worry you can watch it on my YouTube channel. Just click on the link below.
Meet Liz
Supporting parents and carers in additional needs families with parental burnout, mental health and well being so they can be the parents they want to be.
Liz is an experienced award winning Occupational Therapist (OT) with 25 years of expertise. As someone who is dyslexic and part of a neurodiverse family, Liz brings a unique perspective to her work. She is passionate about collaborating with children, young people, parents and caregivers, supporting them to discover understanding, connection, neuro-affirming and trauma and sensory responsive tailored solutions and support that fits each family's individual needs. She helps parents and carers to regain clarity and confidence in their parenting experience, creating more meaningful moments with their kids, whilst remembering their own well being matters too.
To contact Liz please click below.
Who is the Untypical OT?
Liz is the Untypical OT, she is an occupational therapist with 25 years of experience. She is dyslexic and lives as part of a neurodiverse family.
During her career, she has worked across a diverse range of settings such as CAMHS, adult mental health, trauma and attachment, community paediatrics, within schools and now works independently.
She understands the vital role that adults play in a child's life and is committed to providing them with the support they need, free of judgment.
Liz’s mission is to create a non-judgmental, safe space where parents, carers that have found themselves having to do things untypically.
In Liz’s spare time, you mostly find her by the sea or dreaming of a glittery green Harley Davidson
Has anyone asked if you're ok recently?
As a parent or carer of a child with additional needs, you play a vital role in your family’s well-being. But often, it’s easy to overlook your own needs—especially when you’re focused on the care and support of others. Many parents and carers find themselves so busy meeting the needs of their children that they put their own health, mental well-being, and happiness at the bottom of the list.
You’re managing the invisible workload of coordinating therapy appointments, reshuffling work deadlines, and trying to get through your day while also taking care of your child’s unique needs. And as much as you want to be the best parent you can be, it can feel like the constant emotional and physical toll of this responsibility is draining everything from you.
On top of that, the support you desperately need can feel out of reach. You make countless phone calls to schools, doctors, and local authorities, only to be passed from one person to the next, leaving you with a never-ending list of tasks that
don’t seem to move the needle forward
. You fill out forms that reduce your child to a list of deficits, and when you get frustrated, it can feel like no one truly understands or takes your needs seriously.
It can feel overwhelming and isolating, but it doesn’t have to be this way.
You matter—your well-being is just as important as your child’s. It’s time to acknowledge that your needs are worth meeting too. By focusing on your mental health
, you can find the strength and clarity to move forward with confidence, knowing you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
I’m here to help you take the first steps. Together, we’ll work on recognising burnout, supporting mental health, and finding practical strategies that are tailored to your needs and your family life. Let’s shift from just surviving to thriving, so that you can continue being the amazing parent you already are, without losing you in the process.
SERVICES
Coming soon!
The Parenting Pause Moments
I’m creating something new for parents and carers in additional needs families. Because I know life doesn’t give you a tidy box. And you probably don’t have time (or the energy) for a full stop. But you might have a moment to pause.
Parenting Pause Moments is a new series I’m bringing every other month—a time for you, to feel seen, and gather a few gentle ideas to try when you’re ready, so you can be the parent you want to be.
Here’s what you can expect:
📌Live sessions every other month (with recordings if you can’t make it)
📌Space for questions—even if you don’t want to ask them live
📌Different formats and ways to engage, designed to support different neurotypes and learning styles
📌Zero pressure. No homework.
📌No “shoulds.” Just support. And maybe a deep breath or two.
Keep a look out for a post with the first in the series. Coming soon!
Trainings and Programmes
Parental Burnout Introduction
Recording £7
Parental Burnout Support Package
4 recorded webinars plus all the handout and resources!!
£47
Testimonials
Parent Feedback from the live Parental Burnout Support Package
"I wish it didn't have to end. Courses with you are like talking to a friend - and that's priceless"
Parent Feedback
"The course gave me the confidence, strategies and knowledge to help me help myself better in the future."
Parent Feedback from the Workshop
"I really felt you understood our situation. I have been on other burnout courses and this was certainly the most helpful."
One to One Support
Connection Zoom Calls
It's really important to find the right person to work with. Liz offers 15 mins zoom calls free of charge for parents and carers that might have questions about how best to work with Liz. Businesses may also wish to book in for a connection call to discuss their requirements.
Personalised One to One Support
Liz offers one to one personalised support to parents and carers to support them with all things parenting. Particularly specialising in parental burnout, mental health and emotional well-being.
Liz only has very limited availability for one to one work. Please drop Liz an email to discuss this further.
Testimonials
Parent using the discovery call option
“This is so helpful, sometimes I just feel lost and not sure what to try next, I really appreciate you taking the time to talk to me."
Victoria - parent
"Liz’s knowledge, empathy, warmth and practical advice was so helpful. It gave me the energy to continue the education battle, with the right tools.”
Burnout In The Work Place
Calling All Businesses - How Can The Untypical OT Help?
Occupational Therapists work with people throughout their lifespan, helping them navigate challenges and engage in meaningful activities. We work alongside individuals to identify what they want and need to do, establish their strengths and needs, and find practical ways to support them in achieving their goals.
The term “occupational” in our title refers not just to work but to all aspects of life—balancing work, self-care, and leisure. My approach is practical, actionable, and creative, providing real-life strategies to help individuals and teams move forward, overcome obstacles, and maintain well-being
Investing in burnout prevention is not only beneficial for employees’ well-being but also critical for business sustainability. Companies that take burnout seriously experience lower turnover rates, increased engagement, and improved overall performance. By adopting a structured, multi-level approach, your organisation can create a flexible, productive, and mentally healthy workforce
For a package tailored to your specific business needs and requirements, please make contact to discuss further or you can click below for an example of a package of support.
Testimonial
"Liz took the time to fully understand our challenges, contextualising them within best practices and helping us clarify our objectives. What truly sets Liz apart is her ability to create tailored solutions instead of applying one-size-fits-all frameworks. Her collaborative approach ensured that the systems we implemented aligned with our specific organisational needs and values."
Alison - Senior Leader
Talks and Bespoke Trainings and Podcast Guesting
With years of experience delivering talks and tailored training sessions in education, healthcare, and housing associations, Liz is now expanding her expertise to the corporate and self-employed sectors.
Recognising the increasing need for neuro affirming , mental health awareness in all environments, Liz offers valuable insights to help parents, businesses and employees.. Her engaging, honest and informative sessions provide practical strategies to enhance well-being, understanding and navigate the challenges of modern life."
Liz is available for summits, conferences, and bespoke training tailored to your needs.
Get in touch today to explore how she can support your team, organisation, event or personal development.
Popular Topics:
(This is not an exhaustive list—if you’re looking for something bespoke feel free to get in touch!)
Parental Burnout
Burnout and Me
Burnout in the Workplace
Dyslexic Parenting
Parental Masking: The Pros and Cons
We Need to Talk About Your Sensory Profile!
The Why Behind Behaviour: At Home and in the Workplace
Balancing Additional Needs Parenting, Work, and Your Sanity
Free Downloads
Worn Out or Burnt Out
Burnout can often catch us by surprise, and it’s not always easy to recognize until it’s taken a heavy toll on our well-being.
Knowing the signs early
can make all the difference in managing it before it overwhelms you.
In this free guide, Liz has created a simple series of questions to help you identify if you’re experiencing burnout and to help you understand what steps you can take next to begin feeling more in control.
The guide also includes a short video to explain how to spot burnout and start making things feel more manageable, as well as a transcript for those who prefer reading.
By understanding where you are, you can take the first steps toward finding clarity and creating a more balanced, manageable life—on your terms.
The Essential Behaviour Detective Checklist
Liz has developed the Essential Behaviour Detective Checklist, a valuable resource that is available for free download. With years of experience, Liz understands the importance of identifying the underlying causes of behaviour before being able to form the individualised support children and young people might need. She realised both in her professional practice and with her own children, she was referring to a checklist in her head. This inspired her to create her Essential Behaviour Detective Checklist. This is available as a free PDF. This tool is designed to help parents and carers to begin to better understand and support the behaviours of their children and young people, empowering them to make meaningful changes for the better.
Supervision
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The Untypical Parent Podcast
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News
In October 2024 The Untypical OT was chosen by Theo Paphitis as a winner for The Small Business Sunday awards. In February 2025 I was invited to ICC in Birmingham to collect my award presented by Theo himself. It was a wonderful day spending time learning and most importantly getting to meet other small business owners and building connections.
“I never expected to be here. When I started The Untypical OT, I was simply trying to survive and support others going through what I had. To have Theo recognise my work and share it with his audience is just incredible. The SEN crisis is having a huge impact on parents and carers, and I want to ensure they have the tools to protect their mental health and wellbeing and community behind them to prevent the feelings of isolation.
Every parent holds the future in their hands, but parenting a child with additional needs comes with an entirely different level of stress, strain, and relentless demands—challenges that would test even the strongest human beings. These parents need support because if they go down, the whole family goes down with them.
Neurodiversity is essential to our world’s future—it’s time we truly embraced and supported it, along with the incredible parents raising the next generation of brilliant minds.”
Testimonials
Response to a post on my Facebook page
"I love and adore the work you do! I wish many more OT's kept their holistic approach to needs and solutions"
Review left on my Facebook Page
"Having worked with Liz, I can wholeheartedly recommend her! I've attended her webinars and I listen to her podcast religiously. She is very knowledgeable, adaptable, compassionate, empathetic and easy to speak to. If you're looking for someone that's understanding, that will have your back and truly listen, she's your girl!"
Parent comment
"People don't generally understand what an OT does. everyone should have one!!"
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