Neuro-Based Toolbox to Help Kids Manage Their Behavior and Emotions

Course overview

Join Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L, renowned self-regulation expert for this intensive, 12-hour course, presented in six, 2-hour recordings, to learn clinically proven neurological approaches to address self-regulation in children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), ADHD, ODD, OCD, anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, fetal drug exposure, and physical disabilities. Knowing underlying brain connections helps you better select and develop appropriate interventions for challenging behaviors, such as hyperactivity, aggression, frequent meltdowns, outbursts, extreme sensory sensitivities, self-stimulation, inattentiveness, and more. See our website for additional FREEBIES! At the end of this course, you will be able to (1) identify the major neurological differences associated with common diagnoses to inform the choice of treatment interventions; (2) articulate the primary roles of at least five major neurotransmitters and their clinical implications; (3) select therapeutic strategies based on the desired neurological changes needed as indicated by behaviors and emotional affect to improve a child's level of functioning; (4) differentiate assessment tools available to determine neurological functioning in children to improve treatment outcomes; (5) analyze the efficacy of current brain-based intervention strategies available for use in the school and home environments; (6) summarize the scientific research related to available programs and strategies to enhance academic learning, sensory processing, emotional regulation, social-communication, and response to trauma and stress; (7) implement an effective sensory program based on assessment results to immediately impact sensory processing and behavior; (8) develop appropriate programs for use in homes and schools to ensure carryover of recommended intervention techniques to improve a child's level of functioning; (9) identify the role of mindfulness, yoga, meditation, proprioceptive and vestibular input, sensory rooms, exercise, music, and nutrients in impacting neurological change; (10) select cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques based on desired neurological changes needed to improve treatment outcomes; and (11) determine activity and environmental adaptations and modifications to impact the central nervous system. This course is targeted to introductory- to intermediate-level OTs, PTs, mental health professionals, and others working with children and teens. The course instructor, Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L, is an experienced occupational therapist specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents diagnosed with autism and sensory processing disorders. Gwen is the owner of Sensational Brain LLC and creator of BrainWorks sensory diet tools. She presents to audiences nationwide on topics related to sensory modulation and self-regulation. She lives in Galesburg, Michigan, with her husband and three teenage daughters. This course is approved for 1.2 AOTA CEUs or twelve contact hours under this Classification Code: Category 2, OT Therapy Process: Intervention. For more information on our live courses, visit our website: https://www.sensationalbrain.com/product-cagtegory/ceu/on-demand-webinars. To stay abreast of our latest live and view-on-demand course offerings, sales, and informational articles, consider subscribing to our weekly newsletter: https://goo.gl/uZb6c1. Please email celeste@sensationalbrain.com with any questions.