Diet is an often-ignored aspect of the prevention of poor mental health and the promotion of good emotional health. The causes of behavioral health problems are […]

Research suggests that up to 38% of the generalpopulation has an Orofacial Myofunctional Disorder (OMD). Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders are atypical, adaptive patterns of the orofacial mechanism […]

Research shows that protein promotes alertness in the brain. Carbohydrates do the opposite and artificial colors or flavors are even worse. This course will discuss the […]

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 […]

Childhood development is a dynamic process that starts in-utero with neurological connections influenced by internal and external factors to support growth. Self-regulation skills are a cornerstone […]

Do you work with children and adolescents with autism who exhibit explosive behaviors that interfere with their ability to effectively and efficiently navigate their environment? They […]

The American Academy of Pediatrics (2020) estimates 25-50% of all children and 40% of adolescents are affected by sleep problems. Since so many children suffer from […]

There has been a surge in electronic and video usage among young children and some research has drawn a connection screen time and autism. During this […]

Evidence-based practice in the school setting is not only essential to best practice, but also required by law. Research (Nichols, 2017) shows when practitioners attended an […]

It’s not just fatigue and decreased energy. Sleep deprivation can have serious negative effects on kids’ behavior, performance, and relationships. It can show up as inattention, hyperactivity, […]

Are your current techniques just not working? You’ve experienced the frustration; you have a client who seems to just not break through. You’ve tried your best, […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the prevalence of children with developmental disability has increased by 17% and approximately 1 in 6 […]

Many persons 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 […]

It is so frustrating to have used all of the “gold standard” techniques and still not see progress. You’ve already worked through the traditional anxiety interventions […]

We know CBT is effective to help kids manage their anxiety. The problem is, traditional CBT that is talk-focused and workbook-based falls flat. By integrating therapeutic […]

What do you do with anxiety and trauma clients who do not improve? The anxiety spectrum exemplifies the disorders where emotions override thought. Fragmented memories get […]

A 9-year-old boy took his own life, just days after coming out to his peers as gay, due to the severe bullying he received. Sadly, he […]

Neuroscience has given us incredible insights into the workings of the brain and its connection to our mental health. Recent research reveals that neuroplasticity takes place […]

Helping young people heal is your greatest reward. But when treating adolescents with depression, anxiety, and trauma the full extent of their suffering is not always […]

This seminar will help you to better intervene with the challenging child—the one who won’t sit still; doesn’t follow directions; often throws tantrums; or has difficulty […]

How many of your clients have sleep issues? Or maybe the real question is how many of your clients don’t? Where we used to think mental […]

Reflexes play an important role in a child’s ability to establish effective motor patterns and integrate sensory information. In one study, 60% of neuro-typical children were […]

#7455 DEI: Culturally Competent Practice in Pediatrics.   This is an introductory course on culturally responsive practice when working with children and their families and caregivers. It […]

As a pioneer in movement and exercise, Joseph Pilates observed the importance of core stabilization as well as other important principles of movement. In the 1930s […]