$175.00 USD

Track 3: Coming into being

This recorded workshop series of 6 sessions will enlighten therapists and parents alike as they journey together through the developmental growth needed in children.

It is not about changing the autistic into being less than themselves, it is about creating the best functionality possible so every child can fully flourish into who they really are. Autistics vary on the continuum in different shades on the spectrum, and therefor it is also important to note that a “one-size-fits-all” approach is not going to be an effective model. It is important for us to meet the child exactly where they are at and strengthen their vulnerabilities to support their strengths. This balancing act activates a constant need for reflection in what will be needed to mobilize the family forward. In a world where behaviors are heralded as an approach for Autism, this series is refreshing in that it considers the person rather than the surface; their strengths, rather than over focusing on their vulnerabilities; and a value on what each child brings to the intervention to find joy, peace and wholeness! It is a family centered approach, a speaking of the “same” language across different relationships with a common goal for the greater good of all.

This workshop will use social-emotional tenets as well as the DIR/Floortime Method and Sensory Integration principles as the foundation from which intervention can be negotiated. This workshop is also Track 3  of Maude’s Autism Program Certification for those who have completed Track 1 and 2 as well. 

Outline / Agenda:

Session 1:   The Dance: Attunement and Joint Attention

Session 2:   The Door: Regulation and Modulation

Session 3:   The Drama: Imagination and Communication              

Session 4:   The Deep: Emotional Sense of Self

Session 5:   The Detail: Executive Functioning Skills

Session 6:   The Dragon: Social Skills

Learning Objectives:

  1. List 5 basic principles of impacting on joint attention through intrinsic motivation
  2. Combine emotional regulation and sensory modulation to effectively gain availability and access to learning
  3. Discover 6 principles of building imagination through using verbal and non-verbal skill
  4. Consider the impact of emotions as both a constrictor and a mobilizer of skill during the intervention process.
  5. Create intervention strategies for 10 prime executive functioning skills
  6. Consider 3 aspects of empathy and related aspects that would be needed to enter the social world with skill

Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form

Certificate of attendance will be provided

Provider Name: The Maude Le Roux Academy

Presenter: Maude Le Roux, OTR/L, SIPT

Bio:

Maude Le Roux is a veteran OT with 35+ years of experience and has experience in multiple methodologies that she has used successfully in autistic care. She has formed her own work from multiple exposures to other thought leaders and included this in her eclectic approach to Autism. Maude is a highly skilled therapist and has been training professionals and parents globally in her methods since 2007. She co-authored her book “Our Greatest Allies” with Lauren O’Malley (parent), which reflects the journey of one child as he went through the process at her center. She is a sought-after speaker at international conferences and her most recent engagement was discussing Trauma in Autistics in The Mental Health symposium in Slovakia (2021). Her unique of understanding autistics is rooted in research completed in the DIR/Floortime method and Sensory Integration, to which she adds her own flavor of “getting into the mind of a child”. Maude understands children and she is frequently heard to say: “If the child could, he/she would”!

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: Due to the recorded viewing there is no reimbursement and no cancellation possibility. Please 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: 6 hours

What People Are Saying:

I used your ideas during the timeframe of the presentation. I have a 3 yr old client that mom is convinced has autism. It was perfect timing to have the material in the second session (in my mind) and give me the confidence to processed with my DIR training approach. Fortunately, I am ready when the conversation arises "What about ABA?" and "How is DIR different and why use it over ABA?"

Douglas Cochran, USA

Maude is an excellent instructor. I love her ability to make the participants feel included even through an online platform. She creates an atmosphere where everyone can feel safe to participate in discussions and provide support with clinical reasoning to build the bridge from theory to practice. I really enjoy attending her courses.

Leandra Van Deventer, South Africa

I am still a novice in the world of therapy, but I feel that the knowledge I gain from Maude’s training is tremendously rich and helpful. It gives me a treasure for helping my clients, and more and more confidence in what I am doing.

Alina Burrah, Israel

I just want to say a HUGE thank you for affording us the opportunity to do this course. Every single member of our team has not stopped talking about how invaluable it was. In fact, pieces from the course are quoted daily by our staff in the classrooms and on the corridors. It has really refreshed our approach at looking at things and reminded us about the importance of understanding the why. Thank you for all you do in helping us step into the world of these incredible minds. It really is a blessing to learn from you and alongside you!

Kirstin Price, South Africa