Regulation and Trauma: Trauma Informed Approach to Sensory Processing Disorder and Arousal Regulation

Description

Pediatric therapists and other professionals who work with individuals with sensory and developmental disorders (e.g. autism spectrum, attention deficit, learning disabilities) often encounter clients with difficulties related to developmental trauma. Traumatic events may be overt, such as early loss of a primary caregiver; sexual, physical or emotional abuse; or domestic, community and school violence. Trauma may also be innocent, such as early hospitalization and necessary lifesaving medical procedures in the neonatal intensive care unit. Exposure to adverse life experiences has been shown to increase the likelihood of social emotional and developmental delays.

Individuals who experience extreme stress and trauma have been shown to demonstrate co-existing sensory processing and sensory-motor difficulties. Consequently, as providers, it is important to gain an understanding and awareness of how best to support individuals who experience extreme stress or trauma to be adaptable and successful across environments. This two-day hands-on course will explore from a trauma-informed perspective the connections between sensory modulation, arousal, and affect regulation difficulties. Additionally, individuals may also experience other sensory integrative issues that impact one’s ability to find a solid sense of self within the context of the home, classroom, and community.

Participants will investigate the neurobiological underpinnings of the dynamic interplay between

• sensory modulation,
• arousal,
• attachment,
• affect regulation, and
• play

As a part of understanding and working with trauma from a “sensory-motor perspective”, we will provide a brief introduction to the tension-reducing technique known as TRE®. This experiential learning opportunity will be presented as a part of gaining an understanding of how the body retains stress in core muscular/tissue tension patterns. Interactive hands-on labs, videos, and case presentations will bring key concepts and treatment strategies to life in this theoretically-based, yet practical workshop.

** Registration includes a FREE Gertie Ball, Power Up Ball & a Pinky Ball! ($35 value) **

• TheraMoves is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID 06654 . This live course is offered at 1.2 CEUs, beginner educational level, in the area of occupational therapy service delivery & foundational knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
• TheraMoves Services, LLC  is recognized by the NYSED’s State Board for PT as an approved provider of PT & PTAs CEUS (14.4 contact hours)
• TheraMoves Services, LLC is Approved for sponsor of continued competency for speech-language pathologists by The State Education Department
• Approved by NYSED for Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE approval 23490)
• Approved for Social Workers by the NY State ED Dept. #SW-0499

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About the Instructor

Sheila Frick, OTR/L is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and founder of Vital Links. Since 1980, Sheila taught internationally clinician, lecturer, and pioneer in Occupational Therapy. Sheila has well over 30 years of clinical experience, having worked in psychiatry, rehabilitation, and home health before specializing in pediatrics. Sheila's expertise includes sensory processing dysfunction, sensory integration, and auditory interventions.Read More

Tracy Bjorling; M.S., OTR/L, is a pediatric OT currently pursuing a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree through the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Tracy has had the wonderful opportunity of being mentored by Sheila M. Frick in her clinic. Working in conjunction with Sheila,Read More

What Our Course Participants Say

"Very knowledgeable presenter, high regard for Sheila Frick" – Spana

"Knowledge of speaker" – Briana

"Sheila is very experienced and concise in her explanations." – Padra

"loved having sheila share her principles to help with regulation" – Lisa