Date: Wednesdays from 10am to 12pm US ET on June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 2024
(90 minutes per session)
Description: DIR/Floortime is such a versatile method, and we have Drs. Stanley Greenspan and Serena Wieder to thank for this! During this workshop we will dive deeper into emotional thinking and the different aspects of using play and playfulness from a developmental perspective. Opportunities for case discussions will be available. We will take a deeper dive into different emotional themes and use 1 Disney story to depict the themes and emotional growth possibilities in exploring popular stories. Different Floortime techniques will be included as information will be practical with a lens on mobilizing each child into more function than may have been thought possible. The social construct of Theory of Mind and perspective taking and the concept of “window of tolerance” and “just right” challenge are essential components of this important discussion. How do we scaffold or approach these complicated and threatening emotions. This is going to be an exciting adventure as we discuss complicated material through the playful lens of DIR/Floortime.
Outline / Agenda:
Session 1: June 26, 2024, Play, Playfulness, and Development
Session 2: July 3, 2024, Symbolic Themes
Session 3: July10, 2024, Disney’s “Frozen” and Separation-Individuation
Session 4: July 17, 2024, Video cases with Floortime technique discussion
Learning Objectives:
The workshop participant will be able to:
- Consider 5 different stages of play development including the individual differences necessary for each stage.
- Discuss the influence of 10 emotional themes that is impactful in achieving autonomy and regulatory control over emotions
- Analyze a popular movie while considering the stages of emotional development and building a sense of autonomy and achievement
- Build a toolkit of Floortime techniques that will support intervention success and promotion of wellness
Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form
Certificate of attendance will be provided. CE for occupational therapists will be applied for through NOTCB
Provider Name: The Maude Le Roux Academy
Maude Le Roux is an occupational therapist with an extensive following of professionals across the globe. She completed the SIPT training in 2002 and Sensory Integration forms the foundation from which she continues to develop different tracks of assessment and intervention. Maude is certified in multiple different techniques that she applies uniquely through her Developmental Pathways Model (DPM). She completed her DIR/Floortime certificate in 2005 and has been an Expert Training Leader for ICDL since 2011. She owns and directs a clinical practice in Glen Mills, PA, where she has become known for her effective assessment and intervention protocol. She gives back to her community by serving on different boards and currently serves on the Board of Directors for ATTACh, an international organization dedicated to serve families and children with attachment related difficulties and trauma informed care. She co-authored the book “Our Greatest Allies” in 2011 with Lauren O’Malley describing the journey of one child also describing the DIR/Floortime Method.
Special Needs Accommodation: We invite anyone who may need a specific accommodation to contact [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Cancellation policy: Payment is due in full with registration through the website and there is a non-refundable cancellation fee of $25 at any time. If the course participant cancels within 30 days prior to the course starting date, the reimbursement would be 75% and within 2 weeks of the course; reimbursement would be calculated at 50%. Please contact [email protected]
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Nurses, Educators, Parents.
Educational Level: Intermediary
Pre-Requisites: None
Number of Participants: Unlimited
Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Video
Contact Hours: 6 hours
Fee: $195