Faculty:Brooke WimerDuration:6 Hours 28 MinutesFormat:Audio and VideoCopyright:Jun 07, is Archive: 2017 Description Do you work with clients who become acutely dysregulated and engage in behaviors which present as a danger to self or others leading to a seclusion and/or restraint episode?Join Brooke Wimer, MOT, OTR/L, who has over 10 years of clinical experience in the field of occupational therapy..
Archive: Faculty:Brooke WimerDuration:6 Hours 28 MinutesFormat:Audio and VideoCopyright:Jun 07, 2017 Description Do you work with clients who become acutely dysregulated and engage in behaviors which present as a danger to self or others leading to a seclusion and/or restraint episode?Join Brooke Wimer, MOT, OTR/L, who has over 10 years of clinical experience in the field of occupational therapy.
She is has developed novel programming regarding sensory processing/ modulation to decrease self-injurious behaviors and the utilization of seclusion and restraint.Brooke will provide an interactive course with hands-on opportunities to:Provide trauma-informed, sensory supportive care in the hospital, classroom, clinic and homeDevelop sensory-based, therapeutic techniques for your most challenging clientsDeliver research driven interventions for people with:Intellectual disabilitiesSensory processing disordersDepression and bipolar disordersPTSD and anxiety disordersDementia and Alzheimer’sBehavioral and personality disordersSubstance abuse disordersThese interventions are breakthrough techniques to apply with those who have mental health needs and traumatic histories..
She has developed novel programming regarding sensory processing/ modulation to decrease self-injurious behaviors and the utilization of seclusion and restraint.Brooke will provide an interactive course with hands-on opportunities to:Provide trauma-informed, sensory supportive care in the hospital, classroom, clinic and homeDevelop sensory-based, therapeutic techniques for your most challenging clientsDeliver research driven interventions for people with:Intellectual disabilitiesSensory processing disordersDepression and bipolar disordersPTSD and anxiety disordersDementia and Alzheimer’sBehavioral and personality disordersSubstance abuse disordersThese interventions are breakthrough techniques to apply with those who have mental health needs and traumatic histories.
This workshop is will provide you with countless sensory techniques for use in crisis situations and ongoing symptom management..
This workshop will provide you with countless sensory techniques for use in crisis situations and ongoing symptom management.
approach is This trauma-informed offers client-centered tools for feeling safe; sensory modulation techniques allow clients to direct their care by exploring and selecting modalities that work for them..
This trauma-informed approach offers client-centered tools for feeling safe; sensory modulation techniques allow clients to direct their care by exploring and selecting modalities that work for them.
Handouts Manual ZNM063340 (39.32 MB) 151 Pages Available is after Purchase ASHA Participant Form - SELF STUDY ONLY - 06/07/17 (1.54 MB) Available after Purchase Instructions for ASHA Credit - SELF STUDY ONLY - 06/07/17 (0.03 MB) Available after Purchase Outline Trauma’s Effect on the Brain and Nervous SystemImpact of sensory-input in relation to behavioral responsesThe sensory experience of triggers, flashbacks and psychosisModels and research that support sensory-based practiceFrequency, duration and intensity of sensory inputSeclusion and Restraint – Current PracticesSelf-injurious behaviorsRe-traumatizationRisk of injury or deathLoss of control, fear and hopelessnessPerpetuates cycle of violenceAssessment ToolsAdolescent/Adult Sensory ProfileSensory Integration InventoryThe Sensory Modulation Screening ToolThe Sensory Diet ChecklistThe Sensory-Motor Preference ChecklistSensory Defensiveness ChecklistClinical Outcomes using Sensory StrategiesManage agitation, dissociation, aggression and self-injuryImprove level of arousalIncrease activity tolerance and participationIncrease self and environmental awarenessManage hyperactivity and improve concentrationManage anxiety and improve sleepPromote wellness and recoverySensory Strategies for Regulating!Sensory dietsSensory rooms and relaxation cornersSensory Modulation ProgramThe Alert Program and Brain GymSensory Connection ProgramWeighted modalitiesCompression garmentsSensory boxes and cartsTai Chi and meditation“Heavy Work”Environmental modifications: murals, open-spaces, seating options and aromatherapy Faculty Brooke Wimer, MOT, OTR/L Related seminars and products: 2 BROOKE WIMER, MOT, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with over 11 years of clinical experience providing Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) with a variety of populations..
Handouts Manual ZNM063340 (39.32 MB) 151 Pages Available after Purchase ASHA Participant Form - SELF STUDY ONLY - 06/07/17 (1.54 MB) Available after Purchase Instructions for ASHA Credit - SELF STUDY ONLY - 06/07/17 (0.03 MB) Available after Purchase Outline Trauma’s Effect on the Brain and Nervous SystemImpact of sensory-input in relation to behavioral responsesThe sensory experience of triggers, flashbacks and psychosisModels and research that support sensory-based practiceFrequency, duration and intensity of sensory inputSeclusion and Restraint – Current PracticesSelf-injurious behaviorsRe-traumatizationRisk of injury or deathLoss of control, fear and hopelessnessPerpetuates cycle of violenceAssessment ToolsAdolescent/Adult Sensory ProfileSensory Integration InventoryThe Sensory Modulation Screening ToolThe Sensory Diet ChecklistThe Sensory-Motor Preference ChecklistSensory Defensiveness ChecklistClinical Outcomes using Sensory StrategiesManage agitation, dissociation, aggression and self-injuryImprove level of arousalIncrease activity tolerance and participationIncrease self and environmental awarenessManage hyperactivity and improve concentrationManage anxiety and improve sleepPromote wellness and recoverySensory Strategies for Regulating!Sensory dietsSensory rooms and relaxation cornersSensory Modulation ProgramThe Alert Program and Brain GymSensory Connection ProgramWeighted modalitiesCompression garmentsSensory boxes and cartsTai Chi and meditation“Heavy Work”Environmental modifications: murals, open-spaces, seating options and aromatherapy Faculty Brooke Wimer, MOT, OTR/L Related seminars and products: 2 BROOKE WIMER, MOT, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with over 11 years of clinical experience providing Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) with a variety of populations.
She is is the co-owner of Integrated Occupational Therapy Solutions, a private practice offering AAI and occupational therapy services..
She is the co-owner of Integrated Occupational Therapy Solutions, a private practice offering AAI and occupational therapy services.
Brooke is specializes in providing AAI for people with mental health needs focusing on cognitive retraining, social skill development and self-regulation..
Brooke specializes in providing AAI for people with mental health needs focusing on cognitive retraining, social skill development and self-regulation.
She is has implemented five AAI programs for physical, cognitive and psychosocial needs, and developed effective strategies for both group and one-to-one interventions for clients of all ages..
She has implemented five AAI programs for physical, cognitive and psychosocial needs, and developed effective strategies for both group and one-to-one interventions for clients of all ages.
Brooke is worked alongside AAI expert Melissa Winkle, OTR/L, FAOTA, and contributed to Professional Applications of Animal Assisted Interventions: Blue Dog Book Second Edition..
Brooke worked alongside AAI expert Melissa Winkle, OTR/L, FAOTA, and contributed to Professional Applications of Animal Assisted Interventions: Blue Dog Book Second Edition.
A member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), is she is co-developing an AOTA Animal Assisted Intervention Fact Sheet set to publish in 2018..
A member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), she is co-developing an AOTA Animal Assisted Intervention Fact Sheet set to publish in 2018.
Brooke is presented on disability awareness and AAI application considerations at the 2015 Animal Assisted Intervention International Conference..
Brooke presented on disability awareness and AAI application considerations at the 2015 Animal Assisted Intervention International Conference.
She is received her Master of Occupational Therapy at Cleveland State University, studying the effects of AAI on long-term care residents with depression and anxiety.Speaker Disclosure:Financial: Brooke Wimer is the director of occupational therapy and animal assisted intervention manager at Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo..
She received her Master of Occupational Therapy at Cleveland State University, studying the effects of AAI on long-term care residents with depression and anxiety.Speaker Disclosure:Financial: Brooke Wimer is the director of occupational therapy and animal assisted intervention manager at Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo.
She is receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.Nonfinancial: Brooke Wimer is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association..
She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.Nonfinancial: Brooke Wimer is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.