Believe it or not, WE are the most important tool in the toolbox when supporting our children’s emotional regulation. Our mindset is everything and our words and actions matter. Please join Shelley, an occupational therapist, founder and principal of a school for over 18 years, as she dives into the mindsets to consider when understanding, co-regulating and supporting our students. She will also give you key tips and strategies of how to coach other teachers, families and caregivers with how to guide them quickly and easily to best support these challenging moments.
Presented by Shelley Carnes. Livestreamed and recorded during the STAR Institute Virtual Summit: Sensory Health in Schools November 2022
The views expressed in the
following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily
reflect those of STAR Institute.
Engagement Level: Introductory
Content Level: Intermediate
Length: 1 hour
Timeframe for access: Once you first choose
to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content
as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you
first click the "Launch" button.
Objectives:
- Describe what happens neurologically between the adult and child during co-regulation
- Explain how Co-Regulation leads to Self-Regulation
- Describe concrete strategies and go-tos of how to compassionately support children’s big feelings and challenging behaviors
- Describe the mindset needed to inspire caregivers and other teachers/parents toward these compassionate models of support
Presenter Bio:
Shelley Carnes, MS, OTR/L
Executive Director | Hirsch Academy
Shelley Carnes is
the co-founder and Head of School at The Hirsch Academy, a school in its 18th
year that supports neurodivergent students, ages 5-14. She has a Bachelor’s of
Science in Rehabilitation Science, a Masters in Occupational Therapy, is an Expert
DIR Floortime Provider and is one of the I-ASC trainers for the ACTS
certification program. Shelley is passionate about supporting Universal Design
for Learning, as well as practices that are based in neuroscience and
neurodiversity. She also designs and holds space for international discussions
between The Hirsch Academy and self-advocates, families, professionals and
educators within our community. Shelley is a proud mom, wife, and enjoys
playing and exploring outside, playing the piano and will dance any chance she
can get!
Disclosures:
Shelley
Carnes received a speaking fee from STAR Institute for this presentation and
has ownership interest materials discussed within.
Who should attend:
Occupational
therapists, physical therapists, speech language pathologists, educators, child
development specialists, mental health professionals, parents, caregivers, and
other individuals seeking a better understanding of Sensory Processing.
Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint
lecture
Cancellation Policy:
Because
this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are
not typically accepted. Please contact education@sensoryheatlh.org if
you have any questions or concerns.
Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?
Please contact us at education@sensoryhealth.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.
Continuing Education Credits:
Course Completion Requirements:
Upon full completion of the course video, participants must complete and pass a quiz with at least 80% accuracy to receive a certificate of completion.
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.