Impact Interoception
Description
Introspection has become quite the “buzz” word today as more research emerge with regards to its’ connection to the gut, the insula, and the brain. Maude will cover pertinent research from A.D. Craig, as she will also discuss assessment and intervention from Kelly Mahler’s (MS, OTR/L) perspective. She will also add a discussion on the Polyvagal Theory of Dr. S. Porges and will being all of this together in a practical way, making the science sensible to use in every day sessions. Maude will also include noted comments on Mindfulness practice and the use of “quieting the mind” to influence body awareness, praxis and occupational function. Whether you are coming from a social-emotional perspective or postural-praxis perspective, this workshop will influence your thinking in chasing the “why” in your clients.
Details
Presenter: Maude Le Roux OTR/L, IMC, SIPT, CTC, DIR-FT Expert Trainer
Bio: 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 a 15-hour course on the Polyvagal Theory through Deb Dana as well as included Kelly Mahler’s work in her practice for the past 4 years. She owns and directs a clinical practice in Glen Mills, PA, where she has a team of dedicated professionals, many of whom had been with her over 10 years as well as being with her since inception of her practice in 2001. Her requirement for practice is a warm, embracing atmosphere operated through clinical expertise and professionalism that will provide quality of care to all entering her practice.She gives back to her community by serving on different boards and currently serves on the Board of Directors for ATTACh, a national 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 autistic child.
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Educators, Psychologists, Social Work professionals, Parents
Educational Level: Intermediate
Outline / Agenda
Session 1
Interoception, Insula and the Brain
Session 2
Application of the Polyvagal Theory
Session 3
Intervention
Learning Objectives:
Workshop participants will be able to:
- Describe 5 significant markers of interoception
- List 3 major factors to consider with regards to interoception and social-emotional functioning
- Discuss the overlap between Polyvagal theory and interoception
- List at least 3 categoriesof multiple techniques with regards to interoception
