Self-Regulation and Sensory Approaches in Mental Health Practice

Description

This introductory course explores the intersection of sensory integration and mental health self-regulation. Participants will examine current evidence on sensory processing preferences in individuals with mental health conditions and learn practical strategies for incorporating sensory interventions into clinical practice. The course combines theoretical foundations with real-world applications, including firsthand accounts from individuals with lived experience managing mental health symptoms through sensory and self-regulation techniques.

Instructor

Learning Objectives

• Identify where sensory and self-soothing strategies fit within occupational therapy recovery plans for adults managing mental health conditions
• Differentiate sensory processing patterns identified by the Sensory Profile-2 (SP-2) from psychiatric diagnoses during occupational therapy evaluations
• Select 3 sensory-based self-regulation strategies to support occupational performance during episodic symptom flare-ups
• Outline the core components of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) for individuals experiencing mental health challenges
• Classify 3 practical ways to integrate WRAP strategies into client daily routines to facilitate functional self-regulation

Agenda

All times in Eastern Time.

6:00pm–6:10pm

Chapter 1: Overarching Concepts

6:10pm–6:25pm

Chapter 2: Sensory Strategies

6:25pm–6:45pm

Chapter 3: The WRAP Plan

6:45pm–6:50pm

Break

6:50pm–7:05pm

Question and Answer Session

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