What does the practice of creating space to feel seen, heard and known stir in each of us? What is required and how are we called to create this space for ourselves and others?
Development unfolds and evolves within the context of relationships. This concept is one of the foundational principles of DIR®, co-created by Drs Stanley Greenspan and Serena Wieder. Relationships fuel personal and collective growth, and, in our fast-paced society, relationships have the potential to provide safety, connection, and resilience. We also know that how we relate to others is deeply impacted by our perceptions, belief systems, and past experiences.
This conference examines the transformative power of relationships with ourselves and others, forefronting the need for examination of our biases, assumptions, individual differences, culture, and communication patterns. Through reflective practice and self-awareness, clinicians, practitioners, parents and caregivers can amplify their ability to create and maintain belonging: the experience of being seen, heard, and known. This conference expands our understanding of relationships, providing tools, strategies, and foundational information that will empower you to deepen your relationships with cultural sensitivity and identity-affirming practices.
As a result of this conference you will be able to:
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Identify two to three key principles that influence how we relate to others.
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Describe how a deeper understanding of “self” can enhance authentic connections and create a sense of belonging.
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Name two practices that inform reflective practice to deepen our understanding of relationships.
Who should attend?
Professionals in Speech and Language, Occupational and Physical Therapies, Education, Mental Health (Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy), Medicine, Play Therapy, Creative Arts, Parents and Caregivers.
This
conference will be held live online via Zoom. All session
times are presented in eastern standard time. Here is a resource to
convert session times to your local time zone:
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recordings will be available post conference for 45 days to registrants only.
Continuing Education applications are being submitted to the following: AOTA, APA, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Texas Board of Social Work Examiners, Texas Board of Professional Counselor, Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board, New York Social Work Board, Florida Board of Nursing, California Board of Registered Nursing.
Live online attendance of all sessions is mandatory for CE credits.
