Recently I met with one of the most experienced and skilled Mental Health Clinical Nurses in Queensland – Rachel Woolcock. Rachel has over 20 years’ experience with Mental Health including acute care and homeless health. Rachel has undertaken Sensory Modulation Brisbane training and applies Sensory Modulation strategies regularly when working with very distressed or agitated clients. Rachel identifies that one of the most beneficial techniques for this client group has been cooling down with the dive reflex response. In her experience, Rachel has found that it is important to acknowledge that the technique sounds 'unusual' or 'a bit funny' but continues to encourage people to try it, with positive outcomes!