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Md Ishaq Mohiuddin: Harnessing Sensitivity – Empowering HSP in the Workplace
About HSP
It can be challenging to understand why you, or someone you care about, responds more intensely to certain situations than others do. Dr. Elaine Aron, a psychologist and pioneering researcher, coined the term Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and has been studying high sensitivity since 1991. She defines an HSP as someone who exhibits all four key characteristics of sensitivity, summarized by the acronym DOES.
Parents, do you have a highly sensitive child?
Depth of processing
This is the ability to deeply analyze everything.
Over-stimulated
You can become quickly overwhelmed by the world around you.
Emotional responsiveness & empathy
You feel everything deeply and react intensely to mistakes.
Sensitive to subtle stimuli
You pick up on minute things and are aware of subtle sounds, smells, and details.
Approach
Hi, I’m Parastoo. I empower you or your loved one to move beyond coping and start thriving.
Discover a coaching experience as unique as you are. Recognizing that every person’s sensitivity is shaped by their own story, I avoid one-size-fits-all approaches. Instead, I take the time to understand your individual journey—meeting you where you are and tailoring my guidance to support your growth, self-understanding, and resilience.
I believe my purpose is to help Highly Sensitive People understand and embrace this trait—not as a flaw to manage, but as a meaningful part of who they are. When we start focusing on the strengths of sensitivity, it opens the door to greater confidence, connection, and fulfillment in every area of life.
BOOK PREORDER
Your Sensitivity Is Not a Flaw-It’s Your Superpower
In Embracing Your Sensitivity, Parastoo Emami shares insights from her personal and professional journey to show how sensitivity—often misunderstood, is a powerful asset. Blending lived experience with practical tools and expert guidance, she helps readers better understand and care for their sensitivity with clarity and confidence.
Speaking Engagements
Bringing awareness & empowerment to HSC/HSP
Watch recent speaking engagements as we discuss living with high sensitivity and how to best nurture and empower those with HS.
Are you interested in working with me as a guest or public speaker?
I’d love to discuss more in-depth knowledge and first hand experience of high sensitivity with your audience.
The Podcast
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Join me in weekly conversations with experts and parents sharing guidance, insights, and first-hand experience with highly sensitive children. Learn practical advice that can help you unlock your child's full potential.
I was struggling to parent my eight year old son who seemed moody, emotional and unhappy. Parastoo recognized his sensitive nature and guided my husband and I, through her knowledge and gentle advice, to understand my highly sensitive child. Our home is now more peaceful and my son feels safe, supported and understood. I couldn't be more grateful.
Andrea ~
San Francisco, CA
Before working with Parastoo, my wife and I felt overwhelmed and uncertain about how to support our highly sensitive daughter. The coaching sessions have been a game-changer. We've learned so much about sensitivity and how to nurture my child's unique gifts. Our home is now a place of understanding and acceptance, and I see my daughter thriving like never before. I can't thank Parastoo enough for the transformation!
Steve ~
Hillsborough, CA
As a parent of a highly sensitive child, I often found myself at a loss for how to handle certain situations. Parastoo’s coaching provided me with the insights and tools I needed to connect with my son on a deeper level. I've noticed significant positive changes in our family dynamics, and my son’s confidence has soared. This journey has been invaluable, and I'm so grateful for Parastoo's guidance, empathy, and vast knowledge.
Suraj ~
San Francisco, CA
I am a Mother of two girls, ages 8 and 6, and discovered Parastoo's podcast six months ago while searching for answers on how to best support my daughters' unique sensitivities. My oldest feels everything deeply, making school overwhelming, while my youngest is highly perceptive and easily overstimulated. My first consultation with Parastoo brought hope and clarity after months of struggles. Parastoo's genuine care, expertise, and practical solutions have been invaluable. She helped me understand my daughters in a much deeper way and showed me how changing my own attitude could dissolve many of our challenges. I highly recommend Parastoo to anyone seeking to support their highly sensitive children.
Emily ~
Albany, OR
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Discover how to thrive with high sensitivity.
In your complimentary 15-minute session, we’ll explore your unique challenges and goals, whether you’re a Highly Sensitive Person seeking support for yourself or a loved one with high sensitivity. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how personalized coaching can offer ongoing guidance, practical tools, and a compassionate framework to help thrive with sensitivity, not in spite of it.
Product & service recommendations
Parastoo’s Picks
Through the years I've been collecting products and services that have helped me, parents, and their highly sensitive child. These are my go-to picks from educational resources to everyday wellness products that make life easier.