Presented by Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., ABSNP and Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D. and George McCloskey, Ph.D. and Eboni Webb, Psy.D., HSP and Steven T. Olivas, Ph.D., HSP and Meghan Barlow, Ph.D.
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 – Friday, November 20, 2020 | Canada
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 – Friday, November 20, 2020
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Education and Clinical Professionals: All education and mental health or healthcare professionals who work with children or youth including, but not limited to K–12 Classroom Teachers, School Counsellors, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers, School Administrators, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants, Classroom Assistants and Childcare Workers • All other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs including but not limited to: Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Addiction Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Probation Officers and Community Police Officers.
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 18, 2020
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This workshop will examine reading and written language disorders from a brain-based educational perspective, and classify both dyslexia and dysgraphia into distinct subtypes. There will be a detailed discussion linking each learning disorder’s subtype with scores of evidence-based interventions. Four universal truths when teaching reading will be shared, in addition to five essential steps for effective written language instruction. The role of phonological processing, orthographic processing, working memory, language and motor skill development, and executive functioning will be discussed as being crucial for effective literacy skills to emerge. Lastly, the Feifer Assessment of Reading and Writing battery will be introduced as a more effective means to both identify and remediate language-based learning disabilities in children.
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Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., ABPdN is dually trained as both a nationally certified school psychologist and board certified pediatric neuropsychologist, having completed research stints at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Feifer has earned numerous distinctions throughout his career including…
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 18, 2020
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This workshop will explore the neural underpinnings of stress, trauma, and emotional dysfunction in children and its relative impact upon learning. Environmental deprivation, poverty, childhood abuse, witnessing violence, and parental neglect can impact both cognitive and social-emotional development in children. There will be a discussion on five steps that schools can take to become “trauma-informed”, in order to better meet the diverse needs of all learners. Schools can enhance emotional wellness through early prevention efforts, appropriate assessment and screening techniques, and an improved school climate to foster emotional growth for all children. Targeted assessment strategies, specific classroom accommodations, and key coping strategies will be presented for at-risk students.
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3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 18, 2020
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You are never too young to be anxious and how we wish that were not true! Children and adolescents do not always display anxiety the way adults do. They may appear oppositional or always report stomach or headaches, but the interventions that help with anxiety will help resolve those issues. The 10 proven and effective techniques to reduce anxiety will help mental health clinicians, teachers, parents, school personnel to intervene in the moment when children are most anxious and offer them relief from panic and worry. When children have social anxiety challenges they will benefit from the process of memory reconsolidation – a way to re-enter situations that have been frightening with calm and confidence that changes the memories of negative experiences at their core. Dr. Margaret Wehrenberg will demonstrate this method and others through case examples and discussion, and we will take a look at correcting some of the ways the COVID-19 crisis has affected anxiety in our youth.
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Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist, author, and international trainer. She is a practicing psychotherapist and coaches professionals for anxiety management. Margaret has been a trainer of therapists for 25 years, and she is a sought-after speaker for continuing…
More information: margaretwehrenberg.com
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 18, 2020
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There is no question that an epidemic of depression is affecting our youth – even before the current viral epidemic. Those children more at risk for depression by genetics, sexual identity concerns, neuroatypical conditions, or other mismatches between culture and themselves are more affected by the rising tide of social media. They face pressure to demonstrate their worth by being ‘relevant’ online and feel (legitimately) judged in the world that records and publishes their mistakes more than their successes. While typical signs of depression (worthlessness and inadequacy) are evident they may come disguised as anger, obsession with appearance or persistent boredom.
In this 3-hour session, Dr. Margaret Wehrenberg will outline 10 interventions that can lighten the burden of depression. The material is useful to clinicians, teachers or even any adult who can be available to the child or adolescent during those moments when their self-talk is dragging them down or their protective isolation prevents connecting with others who can encourage them. We will use case examples and discussion to identify ways to find the triggers for depression, stop the slide to despair, intervene in circular thinking and negative neural networks, and increase cognitive flexibility, among other aspects of reducing depression.
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3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 19, 2020
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This course will help participants gain a deeper understanding of executive functions and how executive function deficits impact the behavior and academic production of children and adolescents. Participants will gain state-of-the-art knowledge of the most effective ways to help children and adolescents improve their use of executive functions, based on current research. Ways to discuss executive functions with children, parents and other school staff will be offered, as well as ways to help motivate adolescents to ensure their full participation in efforts to help them. Special emphasis will be placed on how to orient students to intervention efforts and help them move from being externally controlled to internally self-regulated through the use of bridging strategies. Case study examples of assessment and intervention efforts and outcomes with children and adolescents will be discussed throughout the presentation. Participants will leave this workshop energized and with a renewed sense of purpose, a greater knowledge of how to improve executive functions, and a greater realization of how they can have a positive effect on the children, parents and professionals with whom they work.
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George McCloskey, Ph.D., is a Professor and Director of School Psychology Research in the Psychology Department of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds Diplomate status with the American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology. He frequently presents at international and…
More information: www.georgemccloskeyphd.com/
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 19, 2020
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This course will describe how executive functions are involved in learning to read, write and quantify, and how executive functions are used when applying reading, writing and math skills in a productive manner. The role of motivation in learning will be addressed, as well as the interplay between motivation and executive functions. Reading, writing and math difficulties related to executive function deficits will be discussed in detail. Interventions for helping students improve their use of executive functions when engaged with reading, writing, and/or quantifying will be discussed. Techniques for increasing students’ motivation for full engagement in intervention efforts also will be discussed. Special emphasis will be placed on intervention techniques that can be used with struggling students to help them overcome executive function difficulties and improve academic proficiency.
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3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 19, 2020
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Working with emotionally dysregulated children is an often overwhelming and exhausting endeavour. Many teachers and counsellors feel the pull of being “saviours” for dysregulated children and their parents. How to intervene and steps that can be taken by teachers and administrators will be presented. This training will enable participants to employ strategies in which teachers and parents can experience success through learning to reestablish structure, create a validating and secure environment, and increase compassion for all family members and care providers.
Dr. Webb will additionally address key childhood disorders that left untreated can lead to maladaptive coping behaviours in adulthood. Dr. Webb will teach participants how to apply and adapt various skills training to reflect the language of children and how to establish a safe and supportive classroom in which children can learn and generalize these skills. Working with emotionally-dysregulated children in your classroom can be overwhelming and exhausting. You probably feel the pull of being the “saviour” for dysregulated children and their worried parents. Learn how to implement the skills you need to be more effective in the classroom, avoid burnout and achieve positive outcomes.
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Adapt Dialectical Behaviour Skills Training to Key Childhood and Adolescent Disorders ADHD
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Eboni Webb, PsyD, HSP, earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology (MSPP). She began her clinical work as assistant clinical director and program director at Mental Health Systems, PC (MHS), one of the largest providers…
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 19, 2020
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Many of the clients that we serve have such complex problems due to extensive trauma and attachment disturbances. These early wounds have informed their adult presentations resulting in mental illness and personality disorders. The poet William Wordsworth wrote in his poem, My Heart Leaps Up When I Behold (1802), “..the Child is father of the Man.” Future pioneering psychologists would be inspired by this passage as they came to understand that both function and dysfunction are born in childhood and guide us in our adult lives.
In this course you will come to understand the impact of trauma on the developing mind and how attachment is formed or lost through traumatic events. You will learn how the brain is organized through healthy attachment and the critical elements of healthy attachment. We will examine the current neuroscience behind both trauma and attachment and the top evidence-based strategies to address key DSM-V disorder through the lens of trauma.
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Neurological Building Blocks
Defining trauma and attachment
Trauma and Brain Development
Common survival resources
Relational Character Strategies and the DSM-V
Critical Interventions
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3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 20, 2020
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The morning session will go fast – so hang on and learn about: 1) ways to recognize escalation 2) reasons for kids to act aggressively, and then 3) strategies to de-escalate. Methods to manage aggressive acting out and tips to stop bullying behaviour will be discussed in simple, concrete ways. You will leave armed with solutions to care for the most difficult children in your classrooms.
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Steven T. Olivas, Ph.D., HSP, is a Licensed Psychologist in Private Practice in Middle Tennessee. He began his practice career in 1991 when ADHD was exploding onto the scene, and has enjoyed working with the energy and spontaneous creativity of children ever…
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 20, 2020
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Over 30 Proven and Effective Brief Interventions for Children and Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioural Problems will guide you through focused, clear and proven approaches to working with children and youth. Every professional who seeks to fill their toolbox with tested methods will leave this seminar with a wealth of fresh ideas and rejuvenated spirits. With nearly 30 years of clinical experience and a background in improvisational comedy, Dr. Steve is a strong proponent of “Edu-tainment”. He uses wit and humour to enhance your learning experience, improving the retention and utilization of the skills covered. You will leave this workshop with new strategies for success and techniques to revitalize your interactions with students.
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3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 20, 2020
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Anxiety disorders are among the most common conditions diagnosed in children and adolescents and everyone feels anxious from time to time. Despite the prevalence of anxiety disorders, anxiety has been referred to as the “great masquerader” because it can present in surprising ways in and out of the classroom.
This workshop will provide educators with an understanding of anxiety as well as frequently co-occurring conditions including depression, autism, ADHD, and learning disorders. A review of specific types of anxiety disorders and how to distinguish these conditions from “healthy stress” and “anxious moments” will be presented. Participants will learn practical strategies for implementing changes within the classroom to support students with anxiety. Additionally, participants will learn tools for teaching coping skills and working with families to determine appropriate and effective school based supports.
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Anxiety Understood
Anxiety and the Classroom
Interventions
Creating Plans
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Meghan Barlow, Ph.D., is a licensed pediatric psychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. She also has a wide range of experience working with children who have a variety of anxiety…
3 Hours | 3 CEU's November 20, 2020
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This intensive, 3 Hour seminar provides proven intervention strategies, essential treatment tools, and behavioural techniques to help you analyze behaviours and actions, identify consequences for behaviours, and teach new skills to children, adolescents and young adults with high-functioning autism (HFA). Walk away with practical intervention techniques for social success, behaviour changes and overcoming challenging co-occurring behaviours that deliver success through adulthood. The challenging co-occurring issues to be addressed are:
Gain valuable insight into common psychotropic medications, including both the helpful effects and potentially problematic side effects, that these individuals are prescribed. We will explore HFA and the new DSM-5® diagnosis of Social-Pragmatic Communication Disorder. You will receive the necessary tools to gain effective collaboration between clinicians, educators and parents. Through case studies, video clips and class participation you will leave this seminar with the confidence to identify actions that cause impediments in change, utilize more successful consequences for behaviours, and teach new skills to children, adolescents, and young adults with HFA. Don’t just manage these individuals; provide interventions that lead to successful independence into their adult years!
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DSM-5® and ICD-10 Updates
Social Skills Interventions
Communication Interventions
Sensory Interventions
Anxiety Interventions
Depression Interventions
ADHD Interventions
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Interventions
Interventions for Specific Difficult Behaviours
Case Studies, Demonstrations & Activities
| Registration | Early bird Fee | Regular Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Enrollment | ||
| 1 Course Enrollment | $135.00 | N/A |
| 2 Course Enrollment | $249.00 | N/A |
| 4 Course Enrollment | $449.00 | N/A |
| 6 Course Enrollment | $649.00 | N/A |
| Full-Time Student Rates | ||
| 2 Course Enrollment | $199.00 | N/A |
| 4 Course Enrollment | $359.00 | N/A |
| 6 Course Enrollment | $519.00 | N/A |
| Group 3 - 7 Rates | ||
| 2 Course Enrollment | $229.00 | N/A |
| 4 Course Enrollment | $429.00 | N/A |
| 6 Course Enrollment | $629.00 | N/A |
| Group 8 - 14 Rates | ||
| 2 Course Enrollment | $209.00 | N/A |
| 4 Course Enrollment | $409.00 | N/A |
| 6 Course Enrollment | $609.00 | N/A |
| Group 15+ Rates | ||
| 2 Course Enrollment | $189.00 | N/A |
| 4 Course Enrollment | $389.00 | N/A |
| 6 Course Enrollment | $589.00 | N/A |
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Early bird cutoff date: November 18, 2020
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