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"Break Through" Self-Regulation Interventions for Children and Adolescents with Autism, ADHD, Sensory or Emotional Challenges - Webinar
2024-09-20 05:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix)
Message from Your Presenter …
No one ever said that working with children with autism, ADHD or sensory disorders is easy. Theo will only eat white foods, tends to be buried in his own world and melts when he is transitioned too quickly. Steven, in 6th grade, has ADHD, poor organization skills and an attitude that is hard to break through. But, how do we help a child break through the self-regulation issues that limit their achievements?
I discovered this was a simple question with a complex answer. I set out to learn as much as I could about theories, techniques, and research that could help make the lives of these young people much more manageable and promising. I took intensive courses on multi-sensory approaches, sensory integration, self-regulation, yoga, autism, ADHD and became a certified autism specialist in 2018. I have extensive experience adapting these techniques to make them usable in a variety of settings while working closely with teachers, aides, child study professionals, and parents.
Join me as I guide you through a broad set of self-regulation interventions culled from my years of research and practice along with strategies for adapting them to your setting. You will leave my program with the essential skills, interventions and strategies to help children find harmony with themselves, their families, and the world around them!
You will learn:

The most effective calming, sensory, motor or behavioral techniques for a given type of behavior
Peer-to-peer video feedback as a social intervention for children and teens with ASD
Sleep interventions for children with erratic sleep schedules
Interventions for repetitive and restrictive behaviors for a child with stereotypy
Organization strategies for home and school for teenagers with ADHD
And more!

I look forward to seeing you there! Register today!

#7307 Pediatric Brain Part 2: Neurobiology of Emotional Regulation and its Appl - Live Webinar
2024-09-19 17:00 - 19:00
Motivations, Inc.
For course dates, times and registration, please visit: www.motivationsceu.com
SUMMARY: Emotional regulation is the basis of connection, safety, relationships, and a child’s successful engagement
in their daily occupations of school, play, activities, and social and family connections. This class will dive into the
neurobiology of emotional regulation. We will discuss the neurobiology of the limbic system, including the thalamus,
insula, and right frontal cortex as these systems work together to support emotional regulation. We will learn about the
balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems as well as Polyvagal Theory and its connection to these
systems. We include discussion on the somatosensory system because of its close connection to supporting regulation.
Treatment strategies to support both regulation and co-regulation will be provided to allow therapists to confidently
integrate the information learned. It does not matter what our specialty is as a therapist, if we cannot build therapeutic
rapport with our pediatric client, the level of our success with them will be limited. Understanding the root of emotional
regulation and how to support it will elevate your treatment to the next level.
This course has been modified from the original 14-hour Pediatric Brain Course taught for the past 15 years. It can be
viewed individually and also works well as a series with Parts 1 and 3, as well as in conjunction with the Primitive Reflex
Integration Course. Course instruction methods include lecture, demonstration, videos, case studies and
question/answers. (Intermediate Level)

#7342 Changing High and Low Muscle Tone Through Neuroplasticity In Pediatrics - Live Webinar
2024-09-19 17:00 - 19:00
High or low tone in the muscles interfere with active movements and milestones in the pediatric population. When tone is treated through the sensory systems, neuroplasticity will take place and new functional neural connections develop. The results can positively affect self-feeding and developmental play. Skills acquired in this presentation introduction to Neuroplasticity techniques for tone can be used the next day in your clinic. Course instruction method includes: Lecture, Demonstration, Videos, Pictures, Case Studies and Question/Answers

Instructor: Karen Pryor PhD, PT, DPT, ND, CH, CPRCS

Fall Risk Reduction Strategies in Lower Extremity Amputee - Webinar
2024-09-19 15:00 - 18:00
Despite advances in prosthetic technology, falls continue to be a major health risk in the lower-extremity amputee population. Greater than 50% of the individuals in this population report at least one fall per year which can result in life-changing injuries with significant impacts on functional ambulation. This course will sort through the various risk factors that contribute to fall risk in the lower-extremity amputee population and identify interventions for each of these factors. Prosthetic issues that can contribute to fall risk will also be covered in this course. Many of these prosthetic dysfunctions will require referral to a prosthetist, but knowing when this is appropriate is paramount. Simple interventions that can have a positive effect on prosthetic dysfunction that can be performed by the physical therapist will also be covered.
Highlights

Immediately improve your long-term outcomes and quality of life with your lower extremity amputee patients
Multiple interventions for mid-swing toe clearance that will show meaningful improvements

Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries of the Shoulder - Webinar
2024-09-14 07:00 - 09:00
Shoulder injuries are a common issue in athletes presenting to rehabilitation. Specific shoulder dysfunctions are more often encountered in the sport participant which requires specific knowledge for successful rehab management. This course will present the current evidence on sports-related shoulder injuries. It will specifically cover pathophysiology, etiology of injuries, and the effects on ADLs/IADLs. The content covered will also include reviews of current evidence in the rehab management for these patients and ideas for application in the clinical setting.
Highlights

Improve your clinical skills on rehab management strategies for commonly encountered sports- related shoulder injuries
Clinically applicable strategies for shoulder rehab that you can implement to improve the safety and ability to return to sport activity

Vestibular Rehabilitation - Webinar
2024-09-10 16:00 - 18:00
While vestibular rehabilitation (VR) has become standard therapy practice, it remains an intimidating arena for most non-specialized clinicians. In most settings, however, there is a high probability that a therapist will encounter a patient with the need for vestibular intervention that cannot readily be referred to a specialist. This course will break down VR into an easily digestible format that will enable the general practitioner to understand the basic pathology and presentation of the most common vestibular disorders. We will then outline interventions that are both straightforward and effective, while also discussing when to refer to other practitioners or physicians.
Highlights

Simple and effective assessments and protocols for screening and evaluating the most common vestibular conditions
Pragmatic and straightforward strategies for treating basic vestibular conditions
Useful tips for how to identify a need for and make an appropriate referral

Evidence-Based Differential Diagnosis and Clinical Reasoning For Unusual Cases of the Spine - Webinar
2024-09-09 15:00 - 17:00
This course will explore unusual cases of the spine from the initial presentation, through the treatment plan, and final outcome. Participants will have the opportunity to practice their differential diagnostic skills as they are guided through each case. This course will review the current evidence for management of the unique cases. By the end of the course participants will sharpen their critical thinking skills and havea deeper understanding of implementing rehabilitative strategies for spinal conditions in the outpatient orthopedic clinic.
Highlights

Immediately improve differential diagnostic skills and rehabilitative protocols for the spine
Apply clinical reasoning to rehabilitation of the spine of unique cases
Examine unique cases to expand your approach to unusual orthopedic conditions

Strength Training and the Pediatric Athlete - Webinar
2024-09-07 08:00 - 10:00
Effective rehabilitation in the pediatric athlete population has several considerations that need to be understood to provide evidence-based care. In addition, strength training with the pediatric population has been widely underutilized in the rehabilitation setting. This course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to immediately apply exercise dosing principles to their pediatric patient population. Participants will also be provided with evidence-based information on busting common myths regarding strength training, the benefits of participating, and the harm of not participating in strength training as a pediatric patient. Clinicians treating the pediatric population have an excellent opportunity to expose these patients to foundational skills needed to rehabilitate from injury, prevent future injury, and set them up with tools for a more active future.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages 6- 18.
Highlights

Improve your rehab skills with a focus on strength training to treat your pediatric athletes more effectively
Practical application and treatment strategies for the pediatric athlete
Effective, evidence-based interventions that will immediately provide positive outcomes when treating the pediatric athlete

#7325 Harnessing the Power of Non-Verbal Communication - Live Webinar
2024-09-06 07:00 - 09:00
This presentation provides an early path to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. Both low and high technology options are addressed, as well as the skills and strategies needed to effectively engage early communicators in these platforms. The presentation is dynamic, including videos and audience participation activities. Course instruction method includes: Lecture, Videos, Group Discussion, and Question/Answers.(for live courses as Lab experience)

Instructor: Amber Ladd, MA, CCC-SLP, BCBAAnd Amy M. Prince, MA, CCC-SLP, BCBA

#7325 Harnessing the Power of Non-Verbal Communication......AAC for Early Communicators-Live Webinar
2024-09-06 07:00 - 09:00
This presentation provides an early path to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. Both low and high technology options are addressed, as well as the skills and strategies needed to effectively engage early communicators in these platforms. The presentation is dynamic, including videos and audience participation activities. Course instruction method includes: Lecture, Videos, Group Discussion, and Question/Answers.(for live courses as Lab experience)

Instructor: Amber Ladd, MA, CCC-SLP, BCBA And Amy M. Prince, MA, CCC-SLP, BCBA

#7332 Calming Strategies for Autism - Live Webinar
2024-09-05 18:00 - 20:00
The purpose of the course is to provide understanding for the “why” behind some of the self-harm and alerting behaviors people with autism often engage in. Using developmental neuroscience and a case-based approach, participants will better predict which activities are most likely to calm during the various actions. Focus will be on environmental modifications to decrease over-stimulation as well as ways to safely and compassionately diffuse aggressive episodes. (Intermediate Level)

Instructor: Marti Smith, OTR/L

Traumatic Brain Injury - Webinar
2024-09-05 16:00 - 18:00
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury that can occur from a bump or blow to the head, or when an object goes through the skull and enters the brain. Because the brain controls all that you do, a TBI can cause many problems that can affect several aspects of day-to-day life. Much will depend on the severity of the injury and what part of the brain was injured. Regardless of the type and severity of the TBI,damage to the brain occurs immediately at the time of injury. Later, a person who has suffered a TBI may develop seizures or brain swelling.
A TBI may cause one or more of the following problems. These problems can affect how a person functions in school, at work, and during everyday activities. The following will be addressed in regard to causes, symptoms, assessment, and treatment:

Physical problems – fainting, seizures, headaches, dizziness and vomiting, problems with balance, and muscle weakness.
Sensory problems – sensitivity to light, sound, and touch; hearing loss or ringing in the ears; changes in vision or double vision.
Behavior changes – being more emotional or feeling anxious or angry; feeling depressed or experiencing mood swings.
Problems with thinking skills – difficulty paying attention, recalling information, and learning new information; difficulty planning, setting goals, and problem- solving.
Speech and language problems – problems being understood because of weak speech muscles (dysarthria) or problems controlling speech muscles (apraxia); problems understanding what others say or what you read; problems finding the words to say.
Social communication issues – difficulty following conversational rules, like taking turns and not interrupting; difficulty understanding nonverbal cues, like when someone rolls their eyes.
Swallowing problems – trouble chewing or coughing and choking when eating or drinking.

Highlights

Describe the causes and symptoms of a traumatic brain injury and how these can affect aspects of diagnosis and treatment within your specific discipline
Apply knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic options when designing functional treatment plans for patients with a traumatic brain injury

Big Behaviors in small containers: 50 Trauma-informed Play Therapy Interventions for Disorders of Dysregulation - Webinar
2024-08-28 05:00 - 13:00
Do parents come to you labeling their children as Manipulative, Out-of-Control, Disobedient, or Shut Down?
Believe it or not, you don’t need superhero powers to see the vulnerable, dysregulated child within.
This workshop will offer practical, fun, and immediately useful play therapy interventions for engaging the family in treatment planning and goal setting, augmenting adaptive coping, enhancing the healthy attachment between parent and child, help shift paradigms around problematic child behaviors and powerfully explain the stress response system.
Interventions for helping clients practice anger management, expand their emotional literacy, practice pro-social skills with family and friends, address their problematic thought life, and increase coherence in their narratives around hard things that have happened.

Nutrition Interventions for the Prevention & Treatment of Sports Related Concussion - Webinar
2024-08-27 17:00 - 19:00
Date & Time
08/27/2024 8:00 pm ET

Contact Hours
2 Hours

$55

Course Description
Sports Related Concussions (SRCs) impact a wide variety of athletes and have many factors to their recovery. For this complex condition featuring a neurometabolic cascade of events, nutrition plays an integral role.
In this course we will focus on the nutrition practices which can best optimize both prevention as well as recovery for SRCs. Topics impacting neurological resilience and performance such as energy balance, omega-3 index and supplementation, other pertinent nutrition supplements as well as hydration will be reviewed in relation to this complex condition.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

Identify the physiological impacts related to nutrition considerations which are experienced by an athlete who has sustained a sports related concussion (SRC).
Identify nutrition factors which impact one’s recovery from a SRC.
Utilize evidence-based methods for implementing supplementation which may have neuroprotective preventative effects and/or facilitate recovery from a SRC.
Determine the appropriate transition of nutrition and calorie intakes for someone recovering from a SRC.
Describe the gut-brain microbiota connect and its potential impacts related to a SRC.

Improving Developmental Skills and Posture in Children Diagnosed with Hypotonia Through Sensory Based Motor Learning Strategies, Reflex Integration and Core Stability Exercises - Webinar
2024-08-26 17:00 - 19:00
Date & Time
08/26/2024 8:00 pm ET

Contact Hours
2 Hours

$55

Course Description
This course will provide research on common developmental skills deficits and problems in children diagnosed with hypotonia due to various diagnoses. It will focus on how to assess postural deficits related to muscle tone in common developmental areas including rolling, crawling, sitting, standing and walking. This course will instruct therapists in how to assess muscle tone quality, including low tone and mixed muscle tone and will focus on the postural assessment of the child and how to determine if primitive reflexes are present. It will provide research based treatment strategies and specific interventions to improve muscle tone, postural control and core stability.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

Define and describe hypotonia as it effects posture, core stability and motor control.
Describe how hypotonia in infants affects developmental skills.
Explain how sensory processing is affected in children with hypotonia.
Identify the presence of primitive reflexes in various postural positions.
Explain why improving muscle tone and postural control will improve skills in motor and cognitive areas.
Explain how sensory based experiences can improve motor control, posture and skills in children diagnosed with hypotonia.
Choose exercises that can be used to improve muscle tone, postural control, and developmental skills in order to enhance participation in ADLs

From Impact to Outcomes: Piecing Together the Concussion Puzzle - Webinar
2024-08-24 17:00 - 19:00
Date & Time
08/24/2024 8:00 pm ET

Contact Hours
2 Hours

$55

Course Description
This two hour webinar will provide a background and evidence based overview of concussion, specifically related to sport and activity as it applies to the fields of Athletic Training, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. Concussion is a growing problem with new evidence arising highlighting the potential harmful effects of the injury. Early and proper recognition and management can improve these outcomes. The course will include presentation of current evidence concerning the definition, problems surrounding, evaluation, management, rehabilitation concepts and recovery of concussion among physically active individuals. In addition, recent literature and ideas concerning alternative and future diagnostic and treatment options for concussion will be discussed in a lecture format. Recent literature/evidence, pictures/videos, and case examples will all be used in the webinar presentation.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

Describe the short and long-term risk of concussive injuries
Identify the components of and perform an advanced level concussion assessment/evaluation
Design a comprehensive concussion management plan
Apply basic rehabilitation concepts and divided attention tasks to the management of concussion

#7369 Understanding How Trauma Affects the Sensory Systems in Pediatrics - Live Webinar
2024-08-22 17:00 - 19:00
The purpose of the course is to better understand skill vs will. Often, children who grow up with adverse experiences face unrealistic expectations. This course will explore how the brain develops in relation to adverse experience and provide tools to help understand how to best encourage and support children who have experienced neglect or abuse. Tips will also be given to best support caregivers and professionals who work with children who often are resistive to therapeutic interaction due to lack of trust and felt safety. Attainment of common goals such as sleep, nutrition, overactivity, and avoidance will be discussed. (Intermediate Level)

Instructor: Marti Smith, OTR/L

Pediatric Motor Planning - Webinar
2024-08-22 14:00 - 17:00
Smooth and coordinated motor skills are not only a product of strong motor planning but also of sensory integration to elicit a coordinated motor response (Martel, et al., 2022). Motor planning deficits can be lifelong, and it is common for children with other diagnoses to have delays in motor skills. Motor planning delays can present in a variety of patterns from general discoordination or specific motor deficits such as gross, oral, or fine motor delays. Children with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, dyslexia, or an intellectual disability often struggle with motor planning and coordination delays. Research conducted by Miller and colleagues in 2022 looked at the differences in body schema and motor learning abilities and found that children with developmental coordination disorders improved their motor control and coordination with the practice of motor skills. Learning about evidence-based research treatments and the best practices when it comes to children with motor planning disorders is essential to being the best pediatric practitioner you can be. This course uses evidence, videos, and case studies to learn the best practices when working with children with motor planning delays.
Highlights

Review the most up-to-date motor planning treatment strategies you can use right away
Immediately reduce the negative effects of motor planning deficits for your clients and solidify your learning through videos and case examples which demonstrate effect on outcomes

#7362 Pediatric Balance - Live Webinar
2024-08-21 17:00 - 19:00
Few clinicians would argue that balance plays a big role in function, but many do not realize it is a key determinant for both gross and fine motor function. In fact, it is more strongly correlated with motor function and self care than range of motion or strength. This means that improving a patient’s balance has a strong chance of improving a patient’s motor function!

What is balance? This is a challenging question to answer and participants who attend this course will be able to answer this question with confidence and apply the principles of balance to their treatments for immediate results with their patients. (Intermediate Level)

Instructor: Charter Rushing PT, ScD, COMT

School-Based Documentation - Webinar
2024-08-20 13:00 - 15:00
Documentation is the number one complaint of therapists. there is too much, and too little time. There are Medicaid standards that must be followed to be reimbursed for treatment. With caseloads skyrocketing to over 100 students, documentation can be overwhelming. Becoming more effective and efficient in your documentation while meeting the required standards is difficult. This course will use evidence-based practice and effective teaching methods to give learners hands-on strategies to incorporate into their practice setting. Participants will be able to recognize andexplain the Medicaid and clinical standards for documentation. Participants will also be able to document correctly and precisely with the charts, shortcuts, and hints provided. While this course is aimed at school-based therapists, much of the information provided also applies tooutpatient providers.
Highlights

Review Medicaid and clinical standards for documentation
Accurate and efficient documentation, clinical observation, data gathering, templates, and rationale

Changing the ADHD Brain: Moving Beyond Medication - Webinar
2024-08-16 06:00 - 14:00
Many of our clients diagnosed with ADHD prefer not to take medication. There are various reasons for this including side effects and concerns with long-term use. In this seminar, you’ll learn more about these concerns, as well as alternative interventions for ADHD.
Viewing ADHD from a developmental perspective, we will consider the apparent increase in ADHD diagnoses over the past two decades. By understanding the way brains with and without ADHD function, you’ll be able to better identify a variety of neurodivergent-affirming strategies to significantly impact the nervous system and better manage ADHD symptoms in your clients.
Not only will you walk away with updates about evidence-based non-medication interventions for ADHD such as computerized cognitive training, mindfulness meditation, and neurofeedback, you’ll also learn a variety of practical strategies that you and your clients can implement immediately and at low cost.
We’ll navigate the vast research on exercise, movement, diet, sleep, disruptive technologies, supplements, and the impact of the environment on ADHD, summarizing the findings and applying the information to “real life”. You will leave this seminar with the tools and knowledge to develop a holistic approach to working with adults and children with ADHD.

#7114 Treating the Shoulder Pain Free - Live Webinar
2024-08-15 17:00 - 19:00
One of the most important functional movements of the shoulder is active elevation. Restoring elevation in a time-efficient manner remains a challenging problem. The rehabilitation specialist needs to be a detective and figure out why a joint is not moving and/or what is causing the pain. Shoulder elevation is one of the most complicated movements in the body. The treatment of a stiff and painful should not reproduce the pain that the patient has come to physical therapy to get ride of. f we analysis the shoulder motions it is made up of moving parts all responsible for the functional movement patterns that the joint allows. There are three major moving parts of the shoulder, the scapula, humerus, and the clavicle, making up three moving joints. The glenohumeral (G-H) and the acromio-clavicular (AC) are synovial joints, where as the scapula-thoracic (ST) is a sesamoid bone floating around the ribs. We believe that restoring rotation of the glenohumeral joint, acromio-clavicular and scapula thoracic articulation before elevation is the safest and most efficient methods of treating patients with stiff and painful shoulders. Forcing a shoulder joint that is painful and stiff into elevation is dangerous.

Instructor:Robert Donatelli, Ph.D, PT

Neuro-Developmental Therapy (NDT) to Optimize Functional Outcomes - Webinar
2024-08-13 15:00 - 17:00
Treating children with any level of disability can present multiple challenges. There can be underlying issues that arenot immediately obvious. An in-depth evaluation is required to uncover what might be interfering with function. This course will present how to use the ICF (International Classification of Function) and the use of a systems approach to analyze the challenges a child presents. We will explore the basic principles of the Neuro development Treatment (NDT) practice model and the importance of hands-on treatment to make changes for improved function.
We will discuss the importance of strength and endurance in relation to increasing function. Therapists will become comfortable using a systems approach to explore multiple systems that could be interfering with function, with a goal of understanding achievable goals for children of all levels of function.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages birth-21 years old.
Highlights

Examine the benefits of using the Neuro- Developmental Treatment Practice Model to treat a child with neurologic impairments and other pediatric disorders across the lifespan
Facilitation strategies for improved movement patterns and how to look at all aspects of the child to assess the primary areas influencing function
Use of the Goal Attainment Scale to develop measurable baselines that enhance outcomes

Understanding Girls and Women with Autism In A World Where They Are Often Overlooked And Misdiagnosed - Webinar
2024-08-06 17:00 - 18:00
While the manifestation and exhibited characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder in females often appear different than for males, females with autism are often misdiagnosed and overlooked altogether– requiring them to navigate a world predicated on social interaction without a proper diagnosis and relevant services. This training will discuss how autism manifests for females and clinical considerations for practitioners.

A Guide to Functional Support for Lip and Tongue-Ties - Webinar
2024-07-26 09:00 - 11:00
This course gives you the clinical competence to rule out tethered oral tissues when working with feeding (and speech)clients across the lifespan. Clinicians who have advanced training in identifying tongue-ties, refer to appropriate providers, and have a systematic way to complete education to the client/child/caregiver will become a valued resource within their community. This workshop will teach you how to identify when a tongue-tie is causing a functional impact, improve your decision-making process about when to refer, and how to support your client through the healing process. Bring your gloves, “Big Mouth/Mighty Mouth”, a straw, and water for demonstrations of strategies to improve awareness of appropriate placement/swallow patterns for speech and feeding and assess tongue movement during the swallow. After completing this course, you will bring advanced knowledge of swallow function, speech placement, and oral rest postures back to your clinic/hospital, which will lead to improved outcomes for your clients!
Highlights

Effective assessment tools for identifying the functional impact of tongue-ties in relation to infant feeding, toddler feeding, adult feeding, and speech
Recommendations for emotional support to guide your clients through what to expect at an age-appropriate level
Positive outcomes can be expected due to the overall improved understanding of anatomy,function, and the frenectomy process

Restoring Fit Knees: Current Concepts in ACL Rehabilitation - Webinar
2024-07-23 16:30 - 19:00
Date & Time
07/23/2024 7:30 pm ET

Contact Hours
2.5 Hours

$59

Course Description
This webinar is intended to provide an overview of the different graft choices, outline the different phases of rehab, demonstrate specific exercises including the use of blood flow restriction training to optimize outcomes, and review return to sport testing algorithms and clinical decision making used to reduce secondary injuries. Course will include an evidence-based protocol and exercise videos.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

Describe the rationale for various graft choices
Develop a safe and effective phase-based exercise program following ACL reconstruction
Use a multi-modal approach to treatment including manual therapy, modalities, strengthening, plyometrics and movement drills to restore full premorbid function
Summarize current outcome data with respect to return to sport and injury prevention following surgery

Tics and Tourette's Syndrome Treatment: Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) in Youth and Adults - Live Webinar
2024-07-23 07:00 - 15:00
Surges in tic-like behaviors are leaving record numbers of clients underserved.
And if you work with clients with ADHD, anxiety, or OCD without specific training in tics and Tourette’s…
…the fear of misdiagnosis, worsening symptoms, and less effective treatment is a real concern.
That’s where Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) comes in.
Backed by solid research and recommended by the American Academy of Neurology, CBIT is a source of hope for these clients, giving them a toolkit to significantly reduce the severity and frequency of their tic symptoms in as few as 8 sessions.
And now in this one-day training you can learn to use CBIT in your practice so you can meet the growing demand for this specialized care.
You’ll join expert Dr. Caleb Lack as he takes you through each step of this structured evidence-based technique, from conducting comprehensive assessments to using the specific interventions clients need to manage their tics and reclaim their lives.
You’ll leave this training ready to work with clients with vocal tics or motor tics, with a plan to help them modify the external factors that make their tics worse, redirect oncoming tics into competing behaviors, and reduce “in the moment” tic symptoms with specific strategies.
This is your chance to add a proven treatment to your practice and help clients improve their lives!
Register now!

# 325 The Pediatric Brain: Applying Neurobiology to Functional Treatment. Live Interactive Web Conference
2024-07-19 07:00 - 2024-07-20 13:30
This course will provide rehabilitation therapists with a deeper understanding of the complex multi-system involvement of the brain in reflex integration, movement, learning, and daily functioning. The instructor will use innovative and multi-sensory approaches to help participants relate the information to their everyday practice. The first day of the course will focus on the functional aspects of neuroanatomy.

The second day will focus on the interaction between the vestibular-visual systems. The visual system is often overlooked by both therapists and the instructor strives to provide therapists with a new perspective to demonstrate the importance of incorporating visual dysfunction within their vestibular treatment. The visual system has an enormous impact on the precise functioning of the vestibular system and dysfunction can result in poor performance across all areas of a child’s function. Participants will review real life cases through video to enhance understanding of the material. This course has application for Speech Therapy practice by providing a better understanding of cognitive development for applying treatment concepts.

At the end of this two-day course, therapists will have a proficient functional knowledge of neuroanatomy and the visual-vestibular systems in the dysfunctional pediatric population, and immediately utilize this knowledge to augment their current practice.

Includes activities to allow for reflex integration, and visual-vestibular play in a teletherapy model.

FREE Live Virtual Training "Break Through" Self-Regulation Interventions for Children and Adolescents with Autism, ADHD, Sensory or Emotional Challenges
2024-07-19 06:00 - 14:00
No one ever said that working with children with autism, ADHD or sensory disorders is easy.
Struggles with transitions, seemingly disproportionate responses to “small” problems, difficulty staying on task even for short periods of time, work refusal…the list goes on.
But how do we help children break through the self-regulation issues that limit their achievements?
This may be a simple question, but the answer is very complex!
Join Dr Sheetal Parikh, occupational therapist with advanced training in sensory integration, yoga, autism, and ADHD, who will guide you through a broad set of self-regulation interventions culled from her years of research and practice along with tips for adapting them to your setting. You will leave with the essential skills, interventions, and strategies to help children find harmony with themselves, their families, and the world around them!
You will learn:

Must-use sensory, self-regulation, and behavioral techniques for regulation in any setting
Team-based approaches for the classroom, clinic, and home
Effective interventions for challenges with sleep, mealtime, and repetitive and restrictive behaviors
Social skill interventions to help children and teens get past peer rejection and find acceptance and friendship

And at no cost to you, you have nothing to lose! Don’t miss this rare opportunity!
This training is unlikely to be offered for FREE again – REGISTER NOW!
