Upcoming Workshops and Courses
There's Always a Reason for the Behavior: Is it Sensory or is it Behavior?
Clinician's consulting with teachers and families are increasingly challenged by students with complex behavioral issues. As a result, therapists desire discriminating skills and tools to identify the basis of these complexities. Is the behavior a result of neurophysiological limitations in sensory processing or a manifestation of social and emotional experiences? Traditionally, models of intervention have isolated these two features as separate contributions of functional performance, which when viewed holistically are integrated and overlapping aspects of human behavior. This two day workshop will provide clinicians with an understanding of the integrated neurobiology of sensory processing and emotional/behaivoral problems resulting in "challenging behaviors". Through lecture, problem solving labs and videotape analysis, therapists will learn where on the integrated sensory-emotional continuum, sensation and mental health concerns entwine. This understanding will assist therapists with their problem solving abilities allowing for easier treatment planning. Treatment strategies will be specific to the home and school environment based upon active analysis of identified behavioral concerns.
Early Education Outreach Program
Edmonton, Alberta
Brenda.Gummer@epsb.ca
November 27th and 28th, 2008
Connections: Treatment of Sensory Processing Disorders: Integrating the Neurobiology of Brain-behavior in the Pediatric Population
This dynamic workshop provides a current scientific review of neurobiology of sensory processing disorders, deepening the participants understanding of brainbehavioral relationships in the pediatric population. Bridging evidence with therapeutic intervention, this workshop will leave participants with the capacity to understand the “why” of their interventions. Problem solving and clinical reasoning skills are emphasized, enhancing the development of sensory intervention that is applicable to any environment.
Motivations
Spartanburg, South Carolina
jboston@motivationsceu.com
September 19th and 20th, 2008
Motivations
Dallas, Texas
jboston@motivationsceu.com
October 7th and 8th, 2008
Motivations Inc. www.motivationsceu.com
New York
tsi@therapeuticservices.org
April 26th and 27th, 2009
For upcoming workshops, consults or private sessions feel free to contact Kim at Kimberly@labyrinthjourneys.com
Falling into Place
This user-friendly workshop for pediatric therapists of all disciplines will highlight and update several current treatment approaches for children with special needs. Integrating sensory processing intervention with therapeutic approaches to enhance movement, this workshop will provide a broad spectrum of frameworks for analysis and intervention for pediatric neuro-motor disability. Emphasizing 2007 research combined with practical application, therapists will leave this workshop feeling inspired with new skills and understanding ready to apply back at work on Monday morning.
Participants will be able to:
- Apply Motor Control and Motor Learning treatment according to theory
- Update neurophysiology of the mind body connection emphasizing therapeutic relationship
- Relate theory of Neuro-Developmental Treatment with treatment demonstration and practicum
- Highlight motor control issues in the mild motor population
- Assess neurobiology of attention and learning
- Update latest research in Sensory Integration Theory
- Understand sensory processing strategies for management of arousal level
Woman's Hospital
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Michelle.Spear@womans.org
September 12th and 13th, 2008
Attachment Treatment: Theory and Techniques
The attachment between an infant and a loving parent or caregiver creates a lasting sense of security and safety fo the child, which allows for optimal growth and development. When the attachment relationship is disrupted, children feel insecure, unsafe and anxious. Many difficulties experienced by individuals throughout the lifespan can be traced back to disrupted attachment relationships. An understanding of this important issue is offered in this certificate program. The participant will be trained in attachment theory, self-regulation, and age specific attachment styles. Useful and practical tools directly relevant to the participant's work will be provided. This series will be of interest to anyone working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
Certificate Training Program
Aulneau Renewal Centre
Winnpeg, Manitoba
(204) 987-7090
aulneau.renewal@shaw.ca
September 22th and 23th, 2008
Port Hardy, BC
November 12-14th, 2008
niidps@live.ca
St.Catherine's, ON
May 4-6th, 2009
Shelley@heartspacept.com
Health and Wellbeing in Developmental Disabilities Conference
Children, youth and adults with Developmental Disabilities (DD) experience high rates of both health and mental health concerns. These impact significantly on quality of life of the individual concerned as well as their families, caregivers and the community British Columbia has closed its institutions for individuals with DD, but the struggle to develop quality specialized services where appropriate, as well as ensuring access to generic health services continues. This conference will provide education and informative updates on psychiatric, behavioural and complex health components specific to individuals with DD, and showcase best practices in the field. Specifically the conference will focus on topics such as Epilepsy; Aging in Down Syndrome; Overeating and Obesity in Prader Willi Syndrome; Sexual Health; Self Injurious Behaviour (SIB) and other challenging behaviours as well as ‘co-morbid health conditions such as dysphagia, pain and mobility issues.
Objectives:
- To educate people to recognize the interrelatedness of physical and mental health
- How to maximize health in order to minimize disability
- Understanding health and mental health aspects of Developmental Disability
- Share knowledge and common experiences with other professionals working in the field of health
Who Should Attend:
The conference will be of interest to a interdisciplinary audience including:
- Administrators
- Families
- Psychiatrists
- Behaviour Therapists
- Interdisciplinary teams
- Psychologists
- Caregivers
- Mental Health Therapists
- Researchers
- Case Managers/Planners
- Nurses
- Self-Advocates
- Counselors
- Occupational Therapists
- Social Workers
- Direct Service Professionals
- Physical Therapists
- Students in Health Sciences
- Educators
- Physicians
- University and College Programs
- And anyone who is interested in or who work in the field of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities.
Neurobiology of Self-Injurious Behaviors
The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites
1763 Comox Street
Vancouver, BC
liau@interchange.ubc.ca
September 25th and 26th, 2008
Collaborating Clinicians
Easter Seals DuPage and Fox Valley Regional Centre
Chicago, Illinois
November 21st and 22nd
Attachment, Self-Regulation and Sensory Processing
The Family Centre
Niakwa Golf and Country Club
Winnipeg, Manitoba
September 24th, 2008
International Association for the Study of Attachment Conference
Attachment, Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation
October 5-8th, 2008
Bertinoro, Italy
www.iasa_dmm.org
Kamloops Fetal Alchohol Spectrum Disorders Conference
Addicted to Your Brain
Kamloops, BC
October 23rd & 24th, 2008
insightcorrinna@telus.net
Mental Health, Sensory Processing and Challenging Behavior
Increasing numbers of children and adolescents are presenting with dual diagnosis of both a developmental disability with accompanying mental heath challenges. Sorting through these overlapping complexities with diverse behavioral outcomes is often a dilemma for the many professionals serving this population. What drives this behavior? Is it a sensory processing challenge? Is it neurobiology? Is it emotional/ behavioral? Is it cognitive impairment? Join this one-day workshop developing you “detective skills” evaluating these merging influences. Discover the addition of sensory processing intervention to your mental health toolbox. This workshop is designed for a broad audience of clinicians, psychologists, therapists, social workers, psychiatrist and special educators.
McGillivray and O’Brien OT4 Kids
In collaboration with District School Board of Niagara
John Michael’s Banquet and Conference Centre
Thorold, Ontario
November 4th, 2008
info@ot4kids.ca
One Kids Place
945 Stockdale Road
North Bay, ON P1B 9S5
Phone: (705) 476-5437 ext. 3841
Fax: (705) 474-0127
lindsaym@onekidsplace.ca
April 5, 2009
Collaborating Clinicians
This two day workshop is designed for speech/language pathologists and occupational therapists who work collaboratively towards the enhancement of communication, interaction, organized behavior, learning, joint attention, and modulation. An intimate relationship exists between sensory motor, neurodevelopmental function and the development of relationship, communication and speech. Join these master clinicians as they explore the neurobiology, neuroplasticity and the art of collaborative therapy in the treatment of children with communication challenges. Strategies presented will emphasize an OT/SLP integrated approach for children diagnosed with developmental challenges, autism, attention deficit disorder and language delays, etc.
Objectives:
- Recognize arousal states and design strategies to prepare arousal readiness and interest for communication, interaction and relationship.
- Develop a preliminary understanding of the neurobiology of therapeutic relationship and attachment as a healing force in therapy.
- Develop a preliminary understanding of the brain’s neuroplasticity as the rationale for the use of sensory processing and neurodevelopmental intervention.
- Develop a skill set of “tools” for building the brain as THE aspect of therapeutic intervention.
- Outline the relationship between sensory processing and the development of interaction and communication skills.
Attachment Disorders and Violent Behavior
Early infancy and childhood exeriences leave a lasting imprint upon the developing brain. Early experiences of neglect and abuse lead to disorders of attachment resulting in maladaptive behaviors and long term brain "changes" resulting from these experiences. Violence, psychiatric disorders and deliquent behaviors result. This introductory session will provide a brief understanding of how these phenomenon arise, help you to recognize the maladaptive styles of attachment and develop an elementary method of interaction to support these behaviors.
National Council on Crime and Delinquency
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
November 24th, 2008
International Conference on Fetal Alcohol Disorders
Integrating Research, Policy, and Promising Practice Around the World: A Catalyst for Change
Victoria Conference Centre
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
March 11th – 14th, 2009
liau@interchange.ubc.ca
NDT/Bobath Certificate Course in the Management and Treatment of Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Neuromotor Disorders
Singapore
Course Dates:
- 02-16-2009 - 04-10-2009
Course Number:09B101
Course Status:Approved
Location:Singapore
Course Instructors:
Ms. Timmie Wallace ( PT ) CI
Kimberly Barthel ( OT )
Marybeth Trapani-Hanasewych, MS,CCC-SLP ( SLP )
Course Contact:
Manoj Pathnapuram
Rainbow Centre 501, Margarite Drive
Singapore, 149306
Application Deadline: November 30, 2008
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manoj@rainbowcentre.org.sg
Current Concepts in Sensory Processing Intervention
This three day workshop incorporates an examination of current neurobiological research, clinical reasoning and future directions for therapeutic intervention. A mix of scientific exploration blended with clinical analysis through videotape and treatment demonstration will deepen the intermediate level therapist’s understanding of the role of sensory processing in the treatment of functional and behavioral challenges.
Learning Objectives:
- The therapist will begin to understand the neurobiology of bottom-up and top- down brain processes as they relate to arousal, attention, learning
and behavior. - The therapist will develop an elementary understanding of the neurobiology of
relationships, attachment and play as an integral component of sensory processing intervention. - The therapist will further develop clinical reasoning to evaluate appropriate use of sensory processing intervention through videotape analysis and treatment demonstration.
- Develop preliminary understanding of neurobiology of co-morbidity between ADD/ADHD/LD and Dyslexia as they relate to therapeutic intervention and sensory processing.
- Develop preliminary understanding of neurobiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder as it relates to sensory processing intervention.
- The therapist will develop an introductory comprehension of visual, vestibular and body sense intervention as they relate to daily living skills such as handwriting, dressing and feeding.
March 27th – March 29th
Heep Hong Society
Hong Kong
amychui@heephong.org
The Building Blocks of Early Intervention
with Kim Barthel, OTR and Shelley Mannell BSC, BHSCPT
This 3 day course highlights the developing systems in children from birth to one year and how disruption in any one of these systems can impact the babies’ ability to interact with the world.
Day 1 is devoted to the current research on attachment theory, the neurochemistry of attachment and how this impacts on emotional, sensory and motor development.
Day 2 focuses on typical motor development from a systems perspective and introduces a model for assessing how babies seek to organize their postural control when they are experiencing difficulties in any system
Day 3 integrates the theoretical information with practical, hands-on treatment labs addressing handling skills, sensory processing intervention and the use of relationship to support the baby in their exploration of the world around them.
One Kids Place
945 Stockdale Road
North Bay, ON P1B 9S5
Phone: (705) 476-5437 ext. 3841
Fax: (705) 474-0127
lindsaym@onekidsplace.ca
April 2-4th, 2009
Wascana Rehabilitation Centre
2180 23rd Avenue
Regina Sk. S4S 0A5
306.766-5765 fax 306.766-5189
barbara.hodgson@rqhealth.ca
October 15th-17th, 2009
