MINNEAPOLIS, November 3, 2026 — Leah Kuypers, creator of The Zones of Regulation, joined educational therapists Rachel Kapp and Stephanie Pitts on Learn Smarter: The Educational Therapy Podcast for a two-part conversation exploring self-regulation and how to support learners with diverse needs.
In Part 1, “What is Self-Regulation,” Kuypers discusses how The Zones framework provides a common language for understanding and communicating emotions, what it means to be regulated, and why regulation looks different depending on the individual, environment, and demands of the moment.
Part 2, “From Awareness to Self-Regulation,” continues the conversation, shifting the focus toward developing regulation skills and helping learners move from understanding their emotions to taking action to support their well-being.
Together, the episodes offer educators, caregivers, and professionals valuable perspectives on the importance of individualized regulation support and intentionally teaching skills that learners can apply throughout their lives.
Both episodes are available on the Learn Smarter Podcast website:
About The Zones of Regulation
The Zones of Regulation is the most widely adopted, comprehensive framework explicitly designed to teach regulation skills — skills that are teachable and foundational to well-being. This research-based approach empowers individuals to manage their emotions, sensory needs, and energy levels, supporting both self-regulation and co-regulation.
Supported by a growing body of evidence, The Zones of Regulation® Curriculum is used globally in schools, clinics, homes, and community settings across 40+ countries. The Zones supports learners of all ages, including neurodivergent individuals. The Zones product suite includes a robust curriculum, essential training, and additional resources all hosted on one comprehensive digital platform.
For more information, please visit https://zonesofregulation.com or contact Hallie Rodriguez at hallie@zonesofregulation.com.
