Dr Connie Buckingham (PhD) is a Psychologist and the Director of The Social Learning Studio, a multidisciplinary practice established to support children’s social and emotional development. Connie’s PhD research focused on theories that help us to understand social confidence, and how to support young people to develop and maintain positive peer relationships. Connie’s research underpins the programs at The Social Learning Studio including their pillar program, Social Stencil. Connie’s work supports neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals with an emphasis on theory and evidence-based work that is engaging and inspires curiosity and learning