Description

The more we consider interoception, the more we realize the profound impact this 8th sensory system has on full integration of all the sensory systems. And due to this thorough process, the impact of this integration on sensory motor abilities become more profound. As occupational therapists we want to impact on activities of daily living, especially how students would be impacted in their occupation as a school student. Interoception play a vital role in body awareness, which would further influence our ability to stay focused and engaged, to use writing instruments appropriately, and to apply ourselves in critical learning through math, reading and written expression. The interoceptive system also is a negotiator of our emotional regulation, which impacts our ability to inhibit frustration and not to become distracted by our internal processes, including performance anxiety. In this workshop we will combine interoceptive theory with other theories such as the Polyvagal theory as well as support OTs to apply critical thinking in intervention planning, including multiple activity ideas. 

Outline / Agenda:

7.30am to 8.00am Registration 

8.00 to 10.00am Interoception and Body Awareness  

10.00 to 10.30am Morning Break  

10.30 to 12.00pm Interoception, Polyvagal Theory and Emotional regulation 

12.00 to 1.00pm Lunch 

1.00 to 2.45pm Assessment and Intervention  

2.45 to 3.00pm Afternoon Break  

3.00 to 4.00pm Intervention 

(Tips, ideas, activities for both classroom and “pull out” situations) 

Learning Objectives:

The attendee will be able to: 

1. Describe 5 significant contributions of interoception to body awareness 

2. List 3 major factors to consider with regards to interoception and social-emotional functioning 

3. Discuss the overlap between Polyvagal theory and interoception 

4. List at least 3 components of the somatosensory system pertaining to Interoception 

5. Discover 3 major components related to building empathy 

6. List 3 areas of causal factors related to interoception in building praxis skill 

7. Review at least 10 activities that will support the building of interoceptive skill 

Provider Name: Kimberly Steele 

Speaker: Maude Le Roux, OTR/L, SIPT, DIR/Floortime Champion and Expert Training Leader 

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 8 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 Advisors for ATTACh, a national organization dedicated to serve families and children with attachment related difficulties and trauma informed care. Maude has co-authored two books and most recently contributed a chapter on Sensory Integration and Trauma in the ATTACh book “Healing Connections”. 

Location: TBD 

Target Audience: Occupational Therapists 

Educational Level: Intermediate 

Number of Participants: Unlimited 

Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Video, Group Discussion 

Contact Hours: 5 hours 45 minutes 

Reviews: 

This course has helped me understand why we need to stay on the developmental trajectory when working with our clients.  The skills will come when the building blocks are in place.  Our job is to help create the blocks and the child can take it further. Millicent Roux, UK 

Just really grateful for Maude’s knowledge and insights and that she is so willing to share this with others! Tammy Jordaan, South Africa 

Thank you for an inspiring course filled with lots of practical tools and integrated knowledge.