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The Therapy Role In Trauma-Responsive Pediatric Practice
Presented by Audrie Vantangoli, MOT, OTD, OTR/L
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Course: #7035Level: Introductory1 Hour
Therapists are at the forefront of trauma and self-regulation; however, therapists are not always the first line of defense when developing plans related to behavioral interventions within the pediatric setting. Trauma can significantly affect a child's development and skill mastery. In order to promote participation in meaningful activities, therapists must focus on building consistent trauma-informed practices to rebuild a sense of perceived safety. This course discusses the essential needs for incorporating trauma-informed care when working with the pediatric population.

Pediatric Bilingual-Learner Primer For Therapists
Presented by Tara Konradi, OTD, OTR/L
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Course: #6978Level: Introductory2 Hours
This introductory course provides a practical foundation for therapists working with bilingual pediatric populations. Learners will examine how cultural and linguistic factors influence functional performance—from sensory processing to executive function—while gaining actionable strategies for culturally responsive assessment and intervention. Perfect for clinicians new to bilingual practice, this session emphasizes reducing bias and fostering meaningful participation across all environments.

Social Stories For Occupational Therapy Practitioners
Presented by Aditi Mehra, DHSc, OTR/L
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Course: #6942Level: Introductory2 Hours
This session introduces occupational therapy practitioners to the core principles and structure of Social Stories™ based on Gray’s framework. Participants will review current evidence on their effectiveness, limitations, and factors that influence outcomes. We will highlight when Social Stories are most useful—such as for social behaviors, transitions, and self-regulation—and when other strategies may be more appropriate. Attendees will learn a clear step-by-step process for developing individualized stories and see how they can be paired with modeling, visual supports, and prompting to support generalization. The session concludes with a brief look at emerging digital and AI-enhanced social narrative tools shaping future OT practice.

Addressing Children’s Grief Head On From An Occupational Therapy Perspective
Presented by Elizabeth Reymann, OTR/L
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Course: #6950Level: Introductory1 Hour
The purpose of the presentation is to educate other OTPs, caregivers, and educators about the need for pediatric grief intervention by addressing the impact of how grief affects children’s occupational performance. Children’s grief, if not addressed effectively, has historically contributed to an increase in suicides, poor academic performance, incarcerations, and a decline in future successful relationships.

Dressing And Sensory Over-Responsivity: A Guide For OTPs
Presented by Kathryn Hamlin-Pacheco, MS, OTR/L, ASDCS
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Course: #6921Level: Introductory1 Hour
Many children have dressing challenges due to tactile defensiveness, with morning meltdowns, refusals, and a wardrobe that is limited to a few items. Tagless clothing and seamless fabrics offer adaptive ways to wear clothing, but how can we support these kids in actually improving their ability to wear clothing successfully? This course applies neuroscience and outlines eight approaches to support children in understanding the feeling of clothing and wearing them successfully.

Feeding Interventions With Allergy Considerations
Presented by Kristen Tompkins, OTR/L
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Course: #6935Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course provides a unique look at the treatment area of feeding disorders, with a particular focus on consideration of allergies and their impact on children who may be labeled "picky eaters" or as having "sensory defensiveness."

Occupational Therapy Services In Special Education
Presented by Megan Parsley, COTA/L
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Course: #6934Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course will discuss collaboration with classroom teachers and the incorporation of sensory strategies within a supportive environment. The collaborative model, including collaborative consultation and multitiered systems of support, will be reviewed.

Using Adult Learning Theory To Enhance Coaching Practice And Parental Self-Efficacy
Presented by Pam Smithy, MS, OTR/L, Rhonda Mattingly Williams, EdD, CCC-SLP
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Course: #6930Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course explores how adult learning theory can be applied to enhance coaching practices that strengthen parental self-efficacy across therapy disciplines. The course discusses key indicators of parental self-efficacy, examines cross-disciplinary coaching strategies, and applies evidence-based practices to empower parents in supporting their child’s development.

Using Adult Learning Theory To Enhance Coaching In Pediatric Feeding And Swallowing Intervention
Presented by Pam Smithy, MS, OTR/L, Rhonda Mattingly, Ed.D, CCC-SLP
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Course: #6918Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course describes the application of adult learning theory to coaching within pediatric feeding and swallowing interventions. Grounded in adult learning principles, participants will gain tools to effectively collaborate with caregivers to share knowledge, utilize evidence-based strategies, and foster confidence to encourage positive feeding and swallowing outcomes.

Using Adult Learning Theory To Enhance Coaching In Early Intervention
Presented by Pam Smithy, MS, OTR/L, Rhonda Mattingly, Ed.D, CCC-SLP
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Course: #6902Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course examines how adult learning theory can be effectively applied to coaching practices within early intervention settings. The course reviews strategies to support family engagement, promote responsive practice, and enhance caregiver efficacy through evidence-based adult education principles.

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