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Intensive MentorshipsThe SPD Foundation provides clinicians with a unique opportunity to receive training in assessment and intervention for Sensory Processing Disorder during intensive, one-week programs at SPD Foundation and its sponsor clinic, the STAR (Sensory Therapies And Research) Center, in Denver. Intensive Mentorships include a combination of didactic lecture sessions by researchers at the Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation (formerly KID Foundation) and mentored clinical experiences at STAR Center. This program consists of five course levels. Participants begin with the one-week, Level 1 course and may return later for Levels 2, 3, 4, and 5. Participants demonstrating mastery of the program content at each course level receive SPD Foundation competency credentials in SPD. Levels may be completed sequentially or over several years. Working in a small-group setting, mentees in SPDF Intensive Mentorships learn to apply clinical reasoning through treatment observation and analysis with experienced therapists.
To read Dr. Lucy Jane Miller's article in S.I. Focus Magazine addressing the value of mentoring for clinicians, click here.
Mentorship Program ObjectivesThe objective of Level 1 of SPD Foundation's Intensive Mentorship program is to provide participants with a basic understanding of the latest research in SPD and the ability to:
Course Level OfferingsThe Intensive Mentorship in Diagnosis and Treatment of Sensory Processing Disorder program consists of five course levels. Level 1 is a prerequisite for Levels 2 and 4. Levels 3 and 5 may be taken with no previous mentoring. To learn more about each course level, click the course title below.
Level 1 - Clinical Reasoning in Intervention (five days)
Primary Faculty
Lucy Jane Miller, PhD, OTR, Executive Director, SPD Foundation
Sarah A. Schoen, PhD, OTR, Clinical Director at STAR Center and Director of Applied Research at SPD Foundation Roianne Ahn, Ph.D. is a researcher, consultant, and licensed psychologist specializing in individual and family treatments related to sensory processing issues. Dr. Ahn combines empirically supported approaches (e.g., cognitive-behavioral, family systems, and psychodynamic models of treatment) with culturally-sensitive approaches as needed in work with individuals and families. She is also a trained practitioner in iLs Listening Therapy and is a candidate practitioner for DIR/Floortime® approach for working with children with special needs. In addition to helping individuals, she provides education and problem-solving tools to families for working with sensory processing issues. Dr. Ahn consults on projects related to sensory processing and psychology at Duke Medical Center Psychology Clinic as well as Sensation to Emotion Network in New York.
SPD Foundation CredentialsSPD Foundation awards competency credentials to participants who demonstrate proficiency at each individual course level. Participants receive credential certificates documenting completion of the specialized training in SPD.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)SPD Foundation awards AOTA Continuing Education credit for successful completion of each of the Mentorship program levels.*
Level 1 - Program datesThe Level 1 course, Clinical Reasoning in Intervention, is conducted in sessions of five consecutive days (Tuesday through Saturday). Courses are currently scheduled on the following dates:
Level 1 Mentorship April 13 - 17 May 18 - 22 June 15 - 19 July 13 - 17 Aug. 10 - 14 Additional 2010 dates to be determined. IF YOU ARE AN SPDF PROFESSIONAL MEMBER, please use the Member Sign-in button at the top of this page to log in before your register. Your 5% member discount can be applied ONLY if you have logged on prior to registering.
Level 2 - Program datesThe Level 2 course, Hands-On Advanced Treatment, is conducted in sessions of five consecutive days (Monday through Friday). Courses are currently scheduled on the following dates:
Prerequisite: Level 1 Intensive Mentorship Program Additional 2010 dates to be determined.
Program CostThe cost for five-day programs (Levels 1,2,4, and 5) is $1500. The cost for four-day programs (Level 3) is $1200. Program applicants must submit a registration form and attach a current CV or resume. There is a non-refundable registration fee of $250 (applicable toward the $1,500 tuition). For those accepted into the mentorship program, this fee is not refundable should you cancel your registration. However, if for any reason we are unable to accept your application, your deposit will be fully refunded.
Who Should AttendThis mentored program is designed for designed for therapists at all levels to enhance diagnostic and clinical reasoning skills. Therapists will be paired with other clinicians of similar experience and training level during the program. Applicants must currently work with children with Sensory Processing Disorder. Applicants must provide a copy of a recent CV or resume detailing specific SPD work experience and training. Courses will be limited to 6-10 participants so each person can receive individualized training.
Registration/Application Process:Complete your registration on-line attach a copy of your curriculum vitae or resume and submit a $250 administrative fee. We will notify you within 5 business days by email upon acceptance into the program. Participant selection will be based on priority of applications received and previous work/educational experience. If you are not selected to participate in the mentorship program at this time, your initial $250 administrative fee will be refunded to you in full. Once accepted into the mentorship program, this $250 fee becomes non-refundable. * The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Mail this page to a friend | |||





