East Yorkshire sleep specialist launches new support programme for families of autistic children

East Riding of Yorkshire sleep specialist and former teacher Kelly-anne Riley-Smith, Founder of Autism Sleep Success, has announced the launch of Sleep Unlocked, a new one-to-one programme designed to help parents of autistic and anxious children overcome chronic sleep challenges. Drawing on her personal experience as a mother of four neurodivergent children, the award-winning specialist is offering families across East Yorkshire and beyond a trauma-informed, neuroaffirming approach to address the underlying issues that prevent restful sleep, tackling a problem that affects up to 80% of autistic children.

The launch of Sleep Unlocked comes at a critical time for the neurodiverse household, where many parents feel isolated and exhausted after traditional sleep training methods have failed. Having previously been named Family Support Provider of the Year 2024, Kelly-anne Riley-Smith specialises in identifying the complex sensory and anxiety-led barriers to sleep that are often overlooked by general practitioners. Her platform was also recently recognised as the Best Online Resource for Neurodiverse Families 2025.

By working both online and through local consultations, the programme aims to reduce the ripple effect that sleep deprivation has on school attendance, emotional regulation, and the general health of the entire family unit. The initiative is specifically designed for those who may be sceptical of professional help after years of trial and error, ensuring that every strategy prioritises the child’s unique neurological needs rather than using standard behavioural techniques.

“I recognise that for many families in East Yorkshire, the lack of sleep can feel like an insurmountable barrier to a happy home life,” says Kelly-anne (Autism Sleep Success). “Sleep Unlocked is built on the belief that while every child’s needs are different, every child has the capacity for better sleep when supported in a neuroaffirming and trauma-informed way that respects their individual experience.”

About Autism Sleep Success

Autism Sleep Success provides specialist sleep support for neurodivergent families, led by certified autism and anxiety sleep specialist Kelly-anne Riley-Smith. Based in East Yorkshire, the company offers tailored programmes and award-winning online resources to help parents navigate sleep challenges with confidence.