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Now Offering
ASHA CEU's & BCBA CEU'S!
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In an effort to better serve
families and providers
, New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc. is offering a series of exciting workshops
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These workshops will focus on how to work with children in order to obtain the best results. The trainin
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are designed to cater to all disciplines. Everyone can benefit from our experienced speakers who are leaders in their fields. In addition
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we are now
an
approved provider of ASHA and BCBA CEU's.
A discounted rate is available for active New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc. providers serving NYC DOE, CPSE or SA students.
New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc. families with students being served within the NYC DOE, CPSE or School aged students are eligible to attend at a discount price.
Don't miss out on these one-of-a-kind sessions!
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April 5th, 2016
Transition Services
Speakers:
NYTPS Inc. Transition Department &
Gary Shulman MS. Ed.
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Through this course, participants will learn to understand the concept of transition, as a whole, as well as how to navigate the complicated legal and education systems involved. Join us for a workshop to learn about the importance and stages of transition services for individuals with disabilities as they travel the road to adulthood.
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April 29th, 2016
Sensory Smart Strategies for Real-Life Challenges
Speaker: Lindsey Biel, OTR/L
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This presentation will demystify sensory processing difficulties in children, emphasizing practical strategies and solutions for maximizing participation in self-care, learning, and playing at home, at school, and in the community.
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May 24th, 2016
Self-Regulation & Play:
Applying Quantum Physics & Neuroscience to Ancient Wisdom
Speaker:
Susan Roberts, MDiv, OTRL
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This seminar brings attendees a high-energy and exciting program blending neuroscience, quantum physics, occupational science, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Unstructured play—the key to developing self-regulation —requires facilitation for children who cannot self-calm, process sensory information or interact with novelty in their environment and social interactions.
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June 14th, 2016
Understanding & Managing Speech Disorders in Children
Speakers:
Dr. Steven Blaustein, Ph.D., CCC-SLP &
Dr. Isabella Reiche
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This one-day workshop will provide an opportunity to discuss these disorders in the context of etiology, diagnostic criteria, and treatment. The impact of these disorders on children and their families will be examined, along with the theoretical and clinical competencies necessary for clinicians working with children who have the aforementioned disorders. Additionally, case histories of children with the above disorders will be presented in order to illustrate various therapeutic approaches.
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2 Hour Workshops
6:30 P.M - 8:30 P.M
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March 2nd, 2016
The Stress of Caring for a Child with a Disability
Speaker:
Gary Shulman MS. Ed.
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Families caring for children with disabilities are faced with a multitude of stress causing factors on a daily basis. Often these stressors impede their ability to move forward, access services, make decisions and live a healthy life while caring for a child with special needs. This workshop will put you in the shoes of a parent caring for a child with a disability and discover what those stressors are.
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March 10th,2016
Building Bridges across the Autism Spectrum
Speaker: Barbara Boroson, LMSW & Author
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This compelling presentation explores and contrasts
the
acute academic challenges confronted by educators, with
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lifelong practical and emotional challenges facing parents and caregivers.
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March 21st, 2016
HELP Assessment Review
Speaker:
Julie Castineiras, M Ed.
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This workshop will focus on the administration and determination of the Developmental Age Level (DAL) of children using the HELP Strands; which assesses children from Birth to Three years of age. It will include discussion of how to incorporate professional, informed clinical opinions when testing scores do not adequately reflect a child's strengths and challenges.
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May 2nd, 2016
App
lying iPad Apps to Speech Therapy
Speaker: Jules Csillag, BA, MS, CCC-SLPA
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Technology has the power to engage students, minimize prep time, and ease caseload management;the difficulty is knowing where to begin. This interactive workshop will cite the latest research about receptive and expressive language for preschool and school-aged students, and match common language intervention goals to iPad apps that address those goals.
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Effective Training:
Using Behavioral Skills Training with Parents and Staff
Speaker: Monica R. Howard, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
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Participants will learn the four components of behavioral skills training and how to effectively apply these components when training parents and staff. Content will review behavioral principles, treatment integrity, and strategies to assess unique circumstances in which treatment drift, or non-adherence, occur in home and clinical settings.
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May 19th, 2016
Play Therapy:
Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other Modalities with Children and Adolescents
Speaker: Victoria Grinman, LCSW
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Attend this workshop to be stimulated to think more critically about utilizing various modalities (including play therapy, CBT and mindfulness) with children and adolescents. You will receive an overview of the modalities, as well as the impact of the mind/body connection on the therapeutic work. Participants will take part in hands-on activities to learn techniques appropriate for rapport building, assessment, and meeting a variety of therapeutic goals.
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For more information contact :
Stephanie Deshommes
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