Description

The pediatric therapist is faced today with a multitude of thoughts, beliefs, theories and models from which they can assess, organize, and plan their intervention. As we are living in the age of neuroplasticity science, the ability to create and impact lasting functional change is within our grasp. This workshop series will contain some theory, though mostly focus on the practical application of integrating sensory integration, primitive movement patterns and development. Clinicians will have an assessment protocol that they can practice through a lab experience to apply instantly and see recordings of practical interventions that support both frames of references in the context of play and development. It will be a packed workshop and even if one has attended prior courses before, there are many new points of critical thinking for everyone! This workshop does not replace nor require certifications in either sensory integration or reflex integration. Simply attend with an open mind to add new and novel thoughts and ideas into the practice of pediatric intervention.  

Outline/Agenda

Day 1: 

9.00 to 10.30am The Developmental Hierarchy 

10.30 to 11.00am Morning Break 

11.00 to 12.30pm Reflexes and Sensory Integration – Practical Overview 

12.30 to 1.30pm Lunch 

1.30 to 3.00pm From Utero to 3 months 

Palmar, Babkin-Palmomental, Rooting, TLR, Leg Cross Flexion Extension reflexes 

3.00 to 3.15pm Afternoon Break 

3.15 to 5.00pm From 4 to 9 months 

Labyrinthine Head Righting, ATNR, Spinal Galant, STNR, Trunk Extension, Hands Supporting reflexes 

Day 2: 

9.00 to 10.30am The Dynamic Trio 

Vestibular, Auditory and Visual System interaction 

10.30 to 11.00am Morning Break 

11.00 to 12.30pm From 10 to 18 months 

Landau, Babinski, Spinal Pereze, Hands – Grasping reflexes 

12.30 to 1.30pm Lunch 

1.30 to 3.00pm Emotional Experiences, Sensory Integration and Reflex Integration 

Includes Moro, Fear Paralysis, and Startle reflexes 

3.00 to 3.15pm Afternoon Break 

3.15 to 5.00pm Emotional Experiences, Sensory Integration and Reflex Integration 

Includes Moro, Fear Paralysis, and Startle reflexes 

Learning Objectives:

1. Apply critical analysis of developmental profiles through use of a 4-point scoring system in assessment. 
2. Compare 10 points of overlap in development considering sensory integration and reflex integration.
3. Design intervention goals and strategies applied using play and playfulness increasing intrinsic motivation to participate in new and novel activities.
4. Review scientific literature in sensory modulation, sensory discrimination as well as reflex integration to support the evidence base for therapy.
5. Describe the impact of emotional experiences and / or trauma on sensory experiences and integration of reflexes. 

Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form 

Provider Name: The Maude Le Roux Academy 

Presenter: Maude Le Roux, OTR/L, SIPT 

Bio: Maude Le Roux is a global trainer in multiple methodologies and a mentor to therapists from multidisciplinary teams. She opened her practice, A Total Approach in Glen Mills, PA, USA in 2001, and the satellite office in Allentown, PA in 2023. Maude started her training career in 2007 and opened her online academy in 2019. She has designed the Developmental Pathways Model (DPM), which she applies to her own unique assessment and intervention protocol for major diagnosis such as Dyspraxia, ADHD and Executive Functions, Autism, Reading and Writing Disorders, and Trauma and Attachment. Maude served 9 years on the Board of Directors for ATTACh and currently serves on their Advisory Board. She also serves on the Advisory Board for LSWorks (Neuralign program). She is a co-author of two books and more recently wrote a chapter on Trauma and the Body in “Healing Connections” which launched in September 2024. Maude received an award for “Continued child advocacy” through the ATTACh organization in September 2024. She also received the Champion Award through ICDL in November 2024. Maude has a “whole child” approach to care and intervention and equipping the child, while empowering the parent is at the core of who she is as a clinician and trainer. 

Contact:  [email protected] 

Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Educators, Parents 

Educational Level: Intermediary 

Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Video 

Contact Hours: 11 hours, 30 minutes