This will be presented live via webinar on January 21, 2021 and a recording will be available for later access through STAR Institute's Online Learning site.Please register to access the recorded version of the live webinar, even if you are not able to attend live.
The evidence on the benefits of mindfulness practices for adults is well known and is mounting for children. Mindfulness practices are complementary to sensory integration/processing frameworks and each can enhance the other's potency, thereby improving outcomes for clients. This course introduces the basic tenets of mindfulness practice and its use in combination with sensory integration/processing frameworks. We will explore the evidence supporting the use of mindfulness with neurodivergent populations and discuss concrete mindfulness practices that can be incorporated into a sensory-based treatment program.
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.
Level: Introductory
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.
Learning Objectives:
- State the basic tenants of mindfulness
- Explain how sensory processing is impacted by mindfulness practices
- Summarize the evidence regarding mindfulness practices with neurodiverse populations
- Describe how mindfulness can be incorporated into sensory based treatments
- Identify treatment ideas that can be used with clients that also have the opportunity to enhance therapists and teachers’ well-being in the process
Presenter:
Deirdre Azzopardi OTD is an occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience working in pediatrics in both private and public-school settings. She has both a bachelor’s and doctoral degree in occupational therapy and a master’s degree in psychology. She has extensive training in sensory integration including certification in administering the SIPT, DIRFloortime® (advanced level), Self Reg and the SOS Feeding Approach. Dr. Azzopardi is also a registered yoga teacher for both adults and children (RYT 200 and RCYT 95) as well as a trained mindfulness instructor. Dr. Azzopardi has presented extensively on topics related to social emotional learning, yoga and mindfulness. More information can be found on her website at www.weinsteadofme.com.
Who should attend:
Both therapists and caregivers of children with disordered 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@spdstar.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?
Please contact us at education@spdstar.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.
Continuing Education Credits:
STAR Institute is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
STAR Institute is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID#0000001682. This delivery format is offered at .1 AOTA CEUs. Introductory level; Foundational Knowledge and OT Service Delivery.
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.