Supporting De-escalation and Emotional Regulation in Mental Health Environments

Reducing distress • Non-restrictive approaches • Recovery-focused care

Why Emotional Regulation Spaces Matter

Emotional responses are closely linked to the nervous system. In moments of distress, individuals may experience heightened or shut-down states that make communication, engagement and decision-making more difficult.

Supporting emotional regulation means creating environments that help reduce distress and support safe, non-restrictive approaches to care.

Effective regulation spaces can help to:

• Reduce distress and agitation
• Support de-escalation in challenging situations
• Promote emotional regulation and calm engagement
• Encourage positive mood and participation
• Support communication and self-expression
• Create opportunities for safe, shared experiences

OMi sensory projection systems provide a gentle, responsive environment that supports individuals to settle and self-regulate — without pressure to engage, communicate or participate.

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Designed for High-Sensitivity Environments

OMi systems are used across specialist services where individuals may be experiencing high levels of distress, agitation, or emotional dysregulation. These include:

• Specialist mental health services and secure environments
• Custodial and rehabilitation settings
• Specialist wellbeing and sensory spaces

In these settings, systems are used as a supportive environmental tool, helping to create calm, safe and structured spaces — always used alongside existing care practices and safeguarding frameworks.

Supporting Regulation, Not Stimulation

In mental health environments, sensory input should be predictable, controllable and optional — supporting individuals to feel safe and in control.

• Non-verbal engagement, supporting interaction without pressure to communicate
• Choice and control, allowing individuals to engage, observe or disengage freely
• Low-arousal sensory experiences, helping to reduce overstimulation and support de-escalation

Privacy, safeguarding, and ethical use

A note on privacy and safeguarding

We recognise the sensitivity of the environments in which our systems may be used.

We do not share identifiable case studies without explicit written permission
We do not use imagery of individuals in secure, mental health or emotional support settings
Use is always guided by the policies and safeguarding frameworks of the organisation

OMi Systems

Mobile Interactive Floor & Table System

Mobii V4

Portable system designed for flexible use across rooms and environments
Height-adjustable for floor, table or bedside projection
Supports de-escalation, grounding and emotional regulation
Ideal for 1:1 sessions, quiet spaces and transitional environments
Pre-loaded with over 300 low-arousal and interactive activities
Simple, staff-controlled operation for safe and supported use
Includes setup guidance and staff training

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Fixed-ceiling Interactive Table/Floor

omiVista Install

Anti-ligature design, suitable for secure and high-dependency environments
Supports de-escalation, grounding and emotional regulation
Designed for both group sessions and 1:1 support
Ideal for sensory rooms, activity spaces and structured environments
Pre-loaded with 300+ low-arousal and interactive activities
Simple, staff-controlled operation within safe, supported settings
Includes setup guidance and staff training

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Audio and colour-wash lighting unit

LumaTone

Provides controlled light, colour and sound to support emotional regulation
Adjustable brightness and audio levels to meet individual needs
Includes a range of calming themes and soundscapes for low-arousal environments
Designed for quiet rooms, sensory spaces and de-escalation areas
Encourages choice, predictability and a sense of control
Can be used independently or alongside projection systems
Simple, wall-mounted interface for staff-supported use

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Fixed-ceiling Interactive Wall

omiWall

Anti-ligature design, ideal for mental health and secure settings
Supports safe, upright engagement and structured interaction
Designed for low-arousal, predictable and calming activities
Suitable for both individual use and small group sessions
Pre-loaded with 300+ interactive activities
Simple, staff-controlled operation within supported environments
Includes setup guidance and staff training

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How Immersive Technology Supports Emotional Regulation

Interactive projection and sensory technologies provide a flexible way to shape environments in real time. Visuals can respond to touch, movement or sound, allowing individuals to engage at their own pace and in their own way — supporting calm, control and emotional regulation.

Common uses in mental health environments include:

• Calming visual environments to reduce distress and support emotional regulation
• Low-arousal, movement-based activities to support grounding and release tension
• Sensory experiences that support de-escalation and reduce agitation
• Shared experiences that encourage safe connection and reduce isolation

Because environments can be adapted instantly, sessions can be tailored to individual needs, emotional states and recovery-focused goals.

How it’s used

Examples of use in specialist settings

Grounding moments (1–5 minutes)
Short, calming visual experiences to support emotional regulation and reduce distress during or after heightened situations.
Choice-led sessions (10–20 minutes)
Individuals choose how and when to engage, with staff providing gentle support as needed — promoting control and autonomy.
Sensory environment support
Used alongside low lighting, comfortable seating and quiet spaces to create a calm, low-arousal environment.
Low-demand engagement
When communication or interaction is difficult, systems provide a safe, alternative focus without pressure or expectation.

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Features that matter

Designed for low-pressure engagement

Choice-led interaction: individuals can engage actively, passively, or simply observe
Predictable, repeatable experiences: supports a sense of safety and reduces uncertainty
Non-verbal engagement options: supports interaction when communication is difficult
Flexible facilitation: staff can adapt, pause or simplify sessions instantly

Who this is for

Use in custodial environments

Suitable for specialist support environments

Within custodial settings, OMi systems can be used in supervised spaces such as wellbeing rooms, education areas, or specialist support sessions. It offers a structured, low-risk activity that can support emotional regulation, engagement, and focus without reliance on verbal interaction.

Key points:

Facilitated use only
No personal data stored
No internet reliance
Sessions can be paused or ended instantly

Use within sexual assault support services

Suitable for specialist support environments

For individuals accessing sexual assault or sexual violence support services, OMi systems can help create a calmer physical environment during or around support sessions. It may be used to support grounding, emotional regulation, or simply to provide a neutral focus in moments of heightened stress.

Important:
OMi Sensory Projectors are a therapeutic intervention and does not replace specialist support. It is intended to complement mental health support practice by supporting the environment in which care is delivered.

Talk to us about your space

If you’re exploring sensory support within a mental health setting, we can provide guidance and practical examples tailored to your service.

Our team can help you identify a suitable setup for your environment, share example session approaches, and advise on practical considerations such as room layout, facilitation style, and day-to-day use. OMi systems are designed to support staff with simple, intuitive operation.

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Prefer to keep your enquiry general? That’s absolutely fine – we can discuss options without you sharing sensitive details.