Dissecting the Brain-Gut Connection to Address Self-Regulation and Sensory Processing

Live Webinar 9 February 2022

  • This 2-hour masterclass webinar will walk you through the foundations for selecting appropriate interventions for children displaying TEST challenges. These are behaviours such as hyperactivity, aggressiveness, self-stimulatory, and inattentiveness amongst other concerns.

  • Suitable for therapists and anyone else with an interest in this subject. Open to all.

  • Date: 9 February 2022, 14:00 - 16:00 (UK time)

  • Includes Certificate of Completion

  • Fee £25 GBP. 30 days access to webinar after live event.

Overview

Objectives: 

  • Review the diagnoses and the various neurological structures related to the various near and far senses 
  • Relate and apply current research on the neuronal plexuses to function and dysfunction of individuals with complex trauma disorder, autism, & ADHD via the Self-Regulation and Mindfulness and ACTION from Trauma programs   
  • Video case scenarios implementing current treatment techniques directly addressing children displaying challenging behaviors such as hyperactivity, aggressiveness, self-stimulatory, and inattentiveness amongst other concerns. 
  • Enhance treatment outcomes to address the TEST behaviors of Tantrums; Eating; Sleeping; and Toileting by improving methods to properly select specific treatment techniques from The Self-Regulation and Mindfulness Program developed by Dr. Gibbs

 

More information:

Sought after occupational therapist, Dr. Varleisha Gibbs PhD, OTR/L walks you through the foundations for selecting appropriate interventions for children displaying TEST challenges. These are behaviours such as hyperactivity, aggressiveness, self-stimulatory, and inattentiveness amongst other concerns.

Dr. Gibbs reviews current research advances in neurology and evidence for best practice and to enhance intervention techniques for addressing the challenges of various neurological conditions including Complex Trauma Disorder, Autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders. 

This course reviews the various neurological senses, neuronal oscillations, and the autonomic neuronal plexuses to better understand the symptomatology. 

This course will give specific focus to the various central nervous system plexuses and the role of the Vagus nerve. 

Active learning strategies will include video neuroanatomical reviews and case examples. You will be able to describe the various neurological structures related to the senses, describe neuronal oscillations and their connection to function, relate current research on the neuronal plexuses to function and dysfunction of individuals with Complex Trauma Disorder, Autism, ADHD, and related disorders. 

Dr. Gibbs will devote time to allow attendees to analyze intervention planning and goal writing for case examples of children displaying challenging social, eating, and sleeping behaviours. 

Lecturer

Author, Speaker and Occupational Therapist Dr Varleisha Lyons

Varleisha D. (Gibbs) Lyons PhD, OTD, OTR/L, ASDCS, FAOTA has been an occupational therapist for over 20 years. Dr. Lyons founded and operated a private therapy firm for over 10 years. She developed and founded Delaware’s first occupational therapy program and became the first Black Indigenous American woman to serve as the Scientific Programs Officer at the American Occupational Therapy Foundation. Currently, she is the Vice President of Diversity Equity Inclusion Justice Access & Belonging and Governance. Dr. Lyons is the former Vice President of Practice Engagement and Capacity Building at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Varleisha continues to lecture internationally and has authored four books, one of which is a bestseller. She has dedicated her time to mentoring underrepresented individuals and desires to help shift others toward growth and healing despite traumatic experiences or diagnoses. Her research spans various disciplines and professions with grant funding in the areas of community-based services and interprofessional education and care. Through such efforts she has guided several into the profession of occupational therapy and supported families across the nation through her volunteer efforts. Her areas of expertise include neuroanatomy, self-regulation strategies across the lifespan, health inequities, and trauma responsive approaches. Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this presentation belong solely to the author, and not necessarily to the author's employer, organization, committee or other group or individual. Varleisha D. Lyons PhD, OTR/L is employed by the American Occupational Association.

New book by Dr Gibbs

Trauma Treatment in Action: Over 85 Activities to Move Clients Toward Healing, Growth and Improved Functioning

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About this course

  • £25.00
  • 3 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content

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