Mentoring in The Art of Therapy:
Being Child-Led
A Conversation with Anne Trecker, MS, OTR/L
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Moderated by Robyn Carreras, MS, OTR/L
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Level: Introductory
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Access: All parts of the course, including assignments, must be completed within a 7 week viewing window.
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Contact Hours: 1.0 contact hour or 0.1 AOTA CEUs
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AOTA Areas: Occupational Therapy Service Delivery: Evaluation, Intervention and Outcomes. Foundational Knowledge: Human Body, Development, and Behavior.
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Audience: OT, PT, SLP, OTA, PTA, Educator, Parent
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Completion Requirements: To earn contact hours or AOTA CEUs for this course participants must view the talk in its entirety, and successfully complete the accompanying quiz.
This Live Talk will explore the concept of being 'child-led' in Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) and its significance in optimizing therapy outcomes. Being 'child-led' refers to a therapeutic approach that recognizes the child as an active participant in their own therapy, empowering them to take ownership of their sensory experiences and developmental progress. This talk will emphasize the therapist's role in following the child’s lead and discuss the essential skills and qualities necessary for a child-led approach. Our speaker mentor will share insights on active listening, observation, flexibility and creativity, reflective practice and more. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices associated with being 'child-led' in ASI.
References are provided.
Learning Objectives:
Define the concept of being 'child-led' in Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) and its significance in optimizing therapy outcomes.
Understand the principles and philosophy that underpin a child-led approach in ASI, including the alignment with client-centered care.
Explore the key elements of a child-led approach, such as collaborative goal setting, sensory-based activity choices, and following the child's lead during therapy sessions.
Anne Trecker is a certified and licensed occupational therapist. She received a master’s degree in occupational therapy from Boston University, and previously received an MFA in dance from the University of Illinois. Most recently Anne was an occupational therapist and sensory integration specialist with the Boston Public Schools. Prior to that position, she was a therapist, and then the clinical director of Occupational Therapy Associates-Watertown. In these positions she worked with children with a wide range of disabilities, with special emphasis on children with autism. She has lectured on sensory integration theory and intervention throughout the U.S. and presents frequently for parent and teacher groups in the Boston area. In addition, she was the founding executive director of SPIRAL Foundation at OTA-Watertown.
Robyn is a seasoned occupational therapist with over 15 years of experience specializing in sensory integration therapy. As the moderator for the SPIRAL Foundation’s Live Talk Series, Robyn brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in facilitating discussions on sensory integration. Her passion for advocacy and education in the field of occupational therapy makes her an invaluable asset to this series.
Continuing Education: Occupational Therapy Practitioners/ Occupational Therapy Assistants: SPIRAL Foundation is an Approved Provider of Continuing Education for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants by the American Occupational Therapy Association. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA