Online Workshop

Friday, January 9, 2026 

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)

What time is this for me?

Anxiety disorders are prevalent in Canada, affecting approximately 5.2% of individuals aged 15 and older, with a notable increase from 2.6% in 2012 to 5.2% in 2022. These conditions significantly impact daily functioning, with 27% of those affected reporting substantial interference in their lives. Occupational therapists (OTs) are uniquely positioned to assist clients with anxiety by employing therapeutic interventions that address the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of anxiety. Through personalized strategies, OTs can enhance clients' coping mechanisms, improve daily functioning, and promote overall well-being. Given the rising prevalence of anxiety disorders in Canada, integrating OT services into mental health care is essential to provide comprehensive support for individuals affected by anxiety.

In this workshop, we will explore nervous system regulation, brain retraining, and relevant OT strategies for managing anxiety. We’ll discuss techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness, and sensory modulation to help clients regulate their nervous system. The session will cover brain retraining through neuroplasticity, focusing on reshaping anxiety-related thought patterns. Participants will learn practical OT strategies such as graded exposure, self-compassion, and cognitive restructuring to enhance emotional regulation and daily functioning. Emphasizing a client-centered approach, we will provide tools for OTs to tailor interventions and support clients with anxiety, fostering resilience and improving overall well-being.

Preliminary workshop agenda

By the end of this workshop, you will learn evidence-based strategies for nervous system regulation, brain retraining, and client-centered OT interventions to effectively support clients managing anxiety 

Target audience

Occupational therapist clinicians and educators who wish to learn how to use acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) effectively to support their clients in living well, even in the presence of psycho-emotional pain. Students in occupational therapy programs are also welcome to participate.

Please note: Each participant is responsible to ensure they apply the information within the context of their licensure, provincial/territorial legislations, institution regulations, scope of practice, etc.

Client age group

Children (5-12 years old) Adolescents (13-19 years old) Adults (20-64 years old) Older adults (65+ years old)

Areas of practice

Acute Care Autism/Neurodiversity Brain injury/Concussion/Spinal Cord Cancer Care Cardio-Respiratory Care Case Management Chronic Disease Management Chronic Pain Education & Fieldwork Forensic Mental Health Generalist Global Health Hand Therapy Health Promotion & Wellness Indigenous Health Mental Health MSK Rehabilitation MVA Rehabilitation Neurology Older Adults Primary Care Psychotherapy Return to Work Sensory Integration & Processing Service/Business Administration Sexuality & Gender Substance Use/Addictions Veterans Affairs or Armed Forces

Workshop level

Beginner (0-2 years of experience in this specific practice area)

Please note: Participants with more or less than this stated level of experience are welcome to attend the workshop. The workshop content will be geared towards those with 3-5 years of experience.

Presenter

Zara Dureno 

Zara Dureno is an Occupational Therapist with extensive experience and training in Mental Health, ME/CFS, long COVID, chronic pain, and concussion recovery. With a compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based approach, she helps clients regulate their nervous systems, build resilience, and reclaim their lives. Informed by her own recovery from chronic conditions and her love of neuroscience, Zara integrates many holistic and evidence-based to support lasting change. As a presenter, she is passionate about sharing practical strategies that empower both clients and clinicians in their journey toward healing and well-being.

Registration fees

Early bird rates: Registration and payment completed by November 12, 2025

Regular rates: Registration and payment completed after November 12, 2025

Registration deadline: January 9, 2026 at 9:59 a.m. (Eastern Time)

Please note that CAOT does not offer group registration fees. *It may be more cost effective to become a CAOT Member or Associate rather than pay the non-member rate. See “Can a non-member register for a Workshop?” in our Professional Development FAQs to know which membership category you are eligible for.  

Included in your registration fee:

Online workshop, access to the recording for a period of 14 days following the workshop, electronic copy of presentation slide handouts, opportunity to network and make connections with other occupational therapists interested in this topic, electronic certificate of attendance.

Cancellation/refund policy

All cancellation/refund requests must be sent in writing to education@caot.ca. All cancellation requests received by December 24, 2025 will be given a full refund minus a $50.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after December 24, 2025. Substitutions and transfers requests received by December 24, 2025 are permitted and are subject to a $50.00 administrative fee.

If you are exceptionally unable to complete the workshop, please reach out to education@caot.ca by 25 days following the end of the workshop for extended access to the recording (up to one month after the end of the workshop) or a one-time transfer to another offering of the same workshop if currently open for registration.  CAOT reserves the right to modify the workshop title, description, registration dates and information on the workshop webpage. CAOT will notify participants on or before November 28, 2025 if there is insufficient registration by that date and reserves the right to cancel a Workshop due to insufficient registration up until December 12, 2025. CAOT reserves the right to modify the offering, interrupt Workshops, change the timing of a Workshop, cancel a Workshop or change the technology for the Workshop due to the presenter no longer being able to present the Workshop, severe weather, power failure, building closures or other special circumstances that are beyond the control of CAOT by notifying participants as soon as possible. If the Workshop is cancelled by CAOT, registrants will receive a full refund of the registration fee. CAOT will not be responsible for other costs or expenses incurred by registrants as a result of any such changes.

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The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) is committed to accessibility as expressed in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We provide an electronic copy of the handouts approximately one week ahead of time in multiple slide layouts, auto-generated closed captioning through Zoom (excluding breakout rooms), as well as access to the recording for two weeks following the workshop. If you require additional special arrangements for accessibility, please contact education@caot.ca or 1-800-434-2268.  

Please note that workshop is offered in English.

Thursday, September 18, 2025

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)

What time is this for me?

Aging in place is defined as the extent to which older adults are able to age in their own homes and communities for as long as possible. Supporting Canada’s growing older adult population to age well, in reasonably good health, and to live independently requires a combination of health and social services (Iciaszczyk et al., 2023). Occupational therapists (OTs) have expertise in assessing and addressing the impact of the context on a person’s occupational participation (ACOTRO et al., 2021), including the fit between persons and the built environment (Ainsworth & de Jonge, 2018), as well as the need for personal care and other assistance. Given that the majority of current housing stock is inaccessible or unsafe for people living with physical and/or cognitive impairments (Choi, 2021; Reid, 2022; Statistics Canada, 2022), OTs are often asked to recommend home modifications, including assistive devices and structural adaptations. This requires an in-depth level of knowledge and training that OTs are unlikely to receive during their entry-level occupational therapy education (Meyer & Proganc, 2022).

This one-day workshop will build the competency of occupational therapists regarding what to assess and how, as well as how to overcome physical access barriers by matching home modification solutions to the needs of aging and older adults, and their care partners. This workshop will begin with an overview of how and where older Canadians typically live, the challenges they face both in terms of overcoming functional limitations and navigating the health care system, and the need for occupational therapy-based aging-in-place services. The presenter will then briefly touch on the collaborative role that occupational therapists (OTs) play relative to others involved in the home health and home modification industries (e.g., supplier-dealers, designers, contractors, builders, funders). Significantly more time and attention will be spent describing areas and methods of assessments, as well as residential design standards and guidelines for improved function, safety, and accessibility. This includes reviewing examples of home modification assessment tools, documentation, and report templates. Case scenarios and images of real-world projects will be used to explore best practices for age-inclusive, health promoting built environments. Small group discussions will be used throughout the workshop to assist participants in applying their knowledge to case scenarios.

Preliminary workshop agenda

Learning objectives

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

1. Define key terminology, including aging in place, home safety, home modifications, accessibility, and universal or inclusive design.
2. Understand the role of occupational therapists in facilitating aging in place via home modifications.
3. Identify methods and practices used during occupational therapy-based home modification assessments with older adults.
4. Describe home modification solutions to remove physical access barriers for aging and older adults.
5. Describe home modification solutions to promote occupational participation among older adults.
6. Respond to the individual and societal factors that influence the adoption of home modifications for aging in place.

Target audience

Occupational therapist clinicians with a minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience working in the community with (older) adults. Late-career OTs who are planning ahead for their own aging journey are also welcome to attend

Please note: Each participant is responsible to ensure they apply the information within the context of their licensure, provincial/territorial legislations, institution regulations, scope of practice, etc.

Client age group

Adults (20-64 years old), Older adults (65+ years old)

Areas of practice

Assistive Technology, Cognition, Dementia, Equipment Assessments, Home Assessment & Modification, Insurance Assessment, Medical-Legal Services, MSK Rehabilitation, MVA Rehabilitation, Older Adults, Role-Emerging, Universal & Inclusive Design, Veterans Affairs or Armed Forces

Workshop level

Intermediate (3-5 years of experience in this specific practice area)

Please note: Participants with more or less than this stated level of experience are welcome to attend the workshop. The workshop content will be geared towards those with 3-5 years of experience.

Presenter

Margot McWhirter, MA, OT Reg. (Ont.)

Margot McWhirter is an occupational therapist with a Master's Degree in Gerontology, as well as certifications in Universal Design, Patient Navigation, and the Executive Certificate in Home Modifications (ECHM) from the University of Southern California. She operates her Ontario-based practice, Inclusive Aging, which focuses on family-centred, aging-in-place services. These services include both simple and complex home modifications, equipment and care coordination, and education for clients, family and/or care partners Margot also collaborates with businesses to enable accessible, age-inclusive products, spaces, and services. She is the co-chair of the CAOT's Home Modifications and Inclusive Design Network, a member of an interprofessional Design and Dementia Community of Practice, and a retired member of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA)'s B651 Technical Committee on Accessible Design for the Built Environment. Frequently invited as a public speaker and guest lecturer, Margot taught for York University's Faculty of Health - Health Leadership and Learning Network (HLLN) prior to its closure in May 2024. Margot is dedicated to ending one of the last socially acceptable prejudices - ageism - and is committed to empowering others to grow (b)older with purpose.

Registration fees

Registration deadline: September 18, 2025 at 9:59 a.m. (Eastern Time)  

Please note that CAOT does not offer group registration fees.

*It may be more cost effective to become a CAOT Member or Associate rather than pay the non-member rate. See “Can a non-member register for a Workshop?” in our Professional Development FAQs to know which membership category you are eligible for.

Included in your registration fee:

Online workshop, access to the recording for a period of 14 days following the workshop, electronic copy of presentation slide handouts, opportunity to network and make connections with other occupational therapists interested in this topic, electronic certificate of attendance.

Cancellation/refund policy

All cancellation/refund requests must be sent in writing to education@caot.ca. All cancellation requests received by September 3, 2025 will be given a full refund minus a $50.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after September 3, 2025. Substitutions and transfers requests received by September 3, 2025 are permitted and are subject to a $50.00 administrative fee.

If you are exceptionally unable to complete the workshop, please reach out to education@caot.ca by 25 days following the end of the workshop for extended access to the recording (up to one month after the end of the workshop) or a one-time transfer to another offering of the same workshop if currently open for registration. 

CAOT reserves the right to modify the workshop title, description, registration dates and information on the workshop webpage. CAOT will notify participants on or before August 8, 2025 if there is insufficient registration by that date and reserves the right to cancel a Workshop due to insufficient registration up until August 22, 2025. CAOT reserves the right to modify the offering, interrupt Workshops, change the timing of a Workshop, cancel a Workshop or change the technology for the Workshop due to the presenter no longer being able to present the Workshop, severe weather, power failure, building closures or other special circumstances that are beyond the control of CAOT by notifying participants as soon as possible. If the Workshop is cancelled by CAOT, registrants will receive a full refund of the registration fee. CAOT will not be responsible for other costs or expenses incurred by registrants as a result of any such changes.

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The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) is committed to accessibility as expressed in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We provide an electronic copy of the handouts approximately one week ahead of time in multiple slide layouts, auto-generated closed captioning through Zoom (excluding breakout rooms), as well as access to the recording for two weeks following the workshop. If you require additional special arrangements for accessibility, please contact education@caot.ca or 1-800-434-2268.  

Please note that workshop is offered in English.

Thursday, August 14 & Friday, August 15, 2025

10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)

What time is this for me?

Occupational therapists need to be knowledgeable of emerging trends in the field of neurodevelopmental disabilities and feel confident with implementing strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming best practices when working with autistic and other neurodivergent people and their families (e.g., Dallman et al., 2022; Kornblau & Robertson, 2021).

This two-day interactive workshop explores the presenter’s BEST (Body, Emotional, Sensory, and Thinking) evidence-based approach to co-create therapy plans with autistic and other neurodivergent individuals that promote occupational participation. These occupations will be explored in depth through a combination of teaching, video presentations, demonstrations, ongoing interactions with workshop participants, case studies, and/or small group work that will explore the lived experiences of neurodivergent children, youth, and adults who present with sensory processing differences* (including, but not limited to autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, as well as anxiety and other mental health conditions). 

There will be a strong focus on the use of strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approaches throughout this workshop.  The following occupations will be addressed to best promote the occupational participation of autistic and other neurodivergent children, youth, and adults: eating, sleep, personal hygiene, play, school, and leisure. Participants will have a chance to consider systemic and individual barriers to occupational participation for autistic and other neurodivergent individuals, and will discuss how to address these barriers.  

*Please note that the presenter’s clinical experience is primarily with autistic persons and that the case studies/videos used will focus on autism and co-occurring conditions).

Preliminary workshop agenda

Day 1: Thursday, August 14, 2025

Day 2: Friday, August 15, 2025

Learning objectives

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

1. Explain why occupational therapists need to practice using strengths-based, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming evidence-based approaches by addressing, supporting, and advocating for inclusion and identity across the lifespan.
2. Utilize the presenter’s BEST (Body, Emotional, Sensory and Thinking) approach to support autistic and other neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults in engaging and participating in eating, sleep, and personal hygiene occupations.
3. Utilize the presenter’s BEST approach to support autistic and other neurodivergent children and adolescents in engaging and participating in meaningful play and school occupations.
4. Utilize the presenter’s BEST approach to support autistic and other neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults in engaging and participating in meaningful leisure occupations

Target audience

Occupational therapists, occupational therapist assistants, and other health professionals who work with neurodivergent children, youth, and adults who present with sensory processing differences* (including, but not limited to autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder as well as anxiety and other mental health conditions).

This workshop builds on the content discussed in the workshop “A comprehensive introduction to sensory processing and autism: Towards the development of a strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming occupational therapy practice” also presented by Moira Peña. Participants of this workshop are expected to be familiar with the core values of strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming ,and trauma-informed approaches.

Please note: Each participant is responsible to ensure they apply the information within the context of their licensure, provincial/territorial legislations, institution regulations, scope of practice, etc.

Client age group

Young children (0-4 years old), Children (5-12 years old), Adolescents (13-19 years old), Adults (20-64 years old)

Areas of practice

Autism/Neurodiversity, Caregiver/Family Education, Generalist, Health Promotion & Wellness, Leadership & Change Agency, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Pediatrics, Sensory Integration & Processing

Workshop level

Intermediate (3-5 years of experience in this specific practice area) 

Please note: Participants with more or less than this stated level of experience are welcome to attend the workshop. The workshop content will be geared towards those with previous knowledge and experience in neurodiversity-affirming practice.

Presenter

Moira Peña, BScOT, MOT, OT Reg. (Ont.)

Moira Peña is an occupational therapist who is passionate about equipping occupational therapy practitioners and other health care and education professionals with neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based practice knowledge & skills that best support autistic people. Moira is the owner of Moira Peña Sensory Workshops and also works at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto, Ontario with children and youth on the autism spectrum.  Moira is an Expert Hub Team member of the ECHO Ontario Autism Program.

Moira holds credentials from the STAR (Sensory Therapies and Research) Institute for Sensory Processing and is a certified Solution-Focused Healthcare Facilitator & Coach (C-SFHCF). She is a published author and researcher in The Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders and is the creator & host of Holland Bloorview’s Autism Summit. Moira is also an Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto.

Registration fees

Registration deadline: August 14, 2025 at 9:59 a.m. (Eastern Time)

Please note that CAOT does not offer group registration fees.

*It may be more cost effective to become a CAOT Member or Associate rather than pay the non-member rate. See “Can a non-member register for a Workshop?” in our Professional Development FAQs to know which membership category you are eligible for.

Included in your registration fee:

Online workshop, access to the recording for a period of 14 days following the workshop, electronic copy of presentation slide handouts, opportunity to network and make connections with other occupational therapists interested in this topic, electronic certificate of attendance.

Cancellation/refund policy

All cancellation/refund requests must be sent in writing to education@caot.ca. All cancellation requests received by July 30, 2025 will be given a full refund minus a $50.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after July 30, 2025. Substitutions and transfers requests received by July 30, 2025 are permitted and are subject to a $50.00 administrative fee.

If you are exceptionally unable to complete the workshop, please reach out to education@caot.ca by 25 days following the end of the workshop for extended access to the recording (up to one month after the end of the workshop) or a one-time transfer to another offering of the same workshop if currently open for registration.  

 CAOT reserves the right to modify the workshop title, description, registration dates and information on the workshop webpage. CAOT will notify participants on or before July 4, 2025 if there is insufficient registration by that date and reserves the right to cancel a Workshop due to insufficient registration up until July 18, 2025. CAOT reserves the right to modify the offering, interrupt Workshops, change the timing of a Workshop, cancel a Workshop or change the technology for the Workshop due to the presenter no longer being able to present the Workshop, severe weather, power failure, building closures or other special circumstances that are beyond the control of CAOT by notifying participants as soon as possible. If the Workshop is cancelled by CAOT, registrants will receive a full refund of the registration fee. CAOT will not be responsible for other costs or expenses incurred by registrants as a result of any such changes.

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The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) is committed to accessibility as expressed in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We provide an electronic copy of the handouts approximately one week ahead of time in multiple slide layouts, auto-generated closed captioning through Zoom (excluding breakout rooms), as well as access to the recording for two weeks following the workshop. If you require additional special arrangements for accessibility, please contact education@caot.ca or 1-800-434-2268.    

Please note that workshop is offered in English.

Presented by: Colin Chan, OT Reg. (Ont.) and Adam Broad, OT Reg. (Ont.)

Exposure to traumatic events within the workplace is highly prevalent among workers in public safety, healthcare, transportation, retail, and other public-facing careers, leading many to take work leave in order to heal (Van Eerd et al., 2021). Occupational therapists play a vital part in supporting such workers in returning to work and making other highly meaningful occupational gains following workplace trauma. This webinar will explore the prevalence of workplace trauma among frontline workers, and the symptoms and profound occupational effects of such trauma within their personal and professional lives. It will also cover the institutional landscape in Canada for supporting traumatized workers in regaining occupational function. Finally, the webinar will present 1-2 case studies exemplifying how community-based OT interventions support workers in making significant occupational performance gains across multiple domains.

After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Understand the context within which occupational performance engagement can be disrupted among frontline workers
2. Understand the institutional framework through which work-related trauma and operational stress are managed across Canada
3. Understand a treatment framework to support clients in addressing their occupational performance issues
4. Identify new or different tools to support their clients with managing their occupational performance issues and returning to meaningful activity and work

Level  Intermediate (3-5 years of experience in this specific practice area)

Presented by: Ann Henshaw, OTD, MPH, MBA, OTR/L

Occupational Therapy Practitioners (OTPs) address the needs of seriously ill individuals across settings. The holistic and client centered approach of OT is well aligned with the palliative care philosophy and integrating rehabilitation services and palliative care is best practice in the provision of high quality healthcare services (WHO, 2023). Occupational therapy intervention enables participation in meaningful activities, supports individuals to decline with dignity and autonomy and supports the physical and psychosocial needs of seriously ill individuals and their families. This webinar will discuss the palliative care continuum, the role of OT in at end of life, interprofessional collaboration in palliative rehabilitation and OT interventions at end of life

After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Describe the role of OT at end of life
2. Recall 3 intervention strategies in the care of seriously ill individuals
3. Identify 2 collaboration techniques towards interprofessional collaborative practice in palliative rehabilitation

Level  Intermediate (3-5 years of experience in this specific practice area)

Personne présentatrice : Dominique Giroux

La sexualité est un aspect clé du bien-être des aînés, souvent négligé dans les soins, particulièrement en hébergement. Les ergothérapeutes, en tant qu’experts de l’activité et du bien-être global, jouent un rôle essentiel pour évaluer les besoins, adapter les environnements, sensibiliser les équipes et promouvoir des pratiques respectueuses des droits sexuels des résidents. Ce webinaire examine la sexualité chez les personnes aînées, en mettant l'accent sur les défis spécifiques rencontrés en hébergement. Les thèmes abordés incluent les impacts du vieillissement sur la sexualité, les barrières institutionnelles et culturelles, ainsi que les réalités des personnes atteintes de troubles neurocognitifs majeurs (TNCM). Les participants découvriront des interventions concrètes pour améliorer la qualité de vie sexuelle en milieu d’hébergement et exploreront les enjeux éthiques liés au consentement. Cette présentation vise à outiller les ergothérapeutes pour créer des environnements favorables à l’intimité et au respect des droits sexuels des résidents.

Suite à ce webinaire, les personnes participantes pourront : 

1. Identifier les défis uniques liés à la sexualité des aînés, particulièrement en hébergement, et aux impacts des troubles neurocognitifs majeurs sur leur intimité.
2. Concevoir des interventions concrètes et des pratiques adaptées pour soutenir la qualité de vie sexuelle des personnes âgées en hébergement, tout en respectant leurs droits et leur consentement.
3. Déterminer les meilleures pratiques en matière de sexualité en CHSLD, afin de promouvoir un environnement respectueux et inclusif pour les résidents

Niveau Débutant (de 0 à 2 ans d’expérience dans ce domaine de pratique) 

Presented by: Sheila Killoran, MA, MTA, FAMI, and Danica Hans, RN, BScN Bilingue, CHPCN(C)

Palliative care relieves the physical symptoms and supports the psychosocial needs of people with a serious illness (WHO, 2020). Similar to rehabilitation care goals, the aim of palliative care is to help people live as well as possible. Palliative care can be delivered by occupational therapists anywhere in the healthcare system.

Occupational therapists are providing a palliative approach to care when they improve quality of life, provide interventions, identify unmet needs, anticipate and support declining function and safety needs of clients living with serious illness. Occupational therapists help people maintain dignity and comfort while they experience functional decline. This webinar aims to empower and equip occupational therapists with the knowledge, resources and education needed to deliver palliative care with their clients.

After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Describe the palliative care approach
2. Be familiar with resources and tools to assist in practice with providing palliative care
3. Understand the value of the occupational therapy role in providing interdisciplinary competency-based palliative care

Level  Beginner (0-2 years of experience in this specific practice area)

Presented by: Jenni Diamond 

Occupational therapists are integral to concussion recovery, providing essential, evidence-based care that addresses complex symptoms and individual recovery needs (Harris et al., 2019; Heinekamp et al., 2024). This webinar offers a focused overview of updated concussion rehabilitation guidelines, equipping clinicians with current assessment techniques and effective therapeutic strategies. By attending, participants will strengthen their ability to guide clients through effective, personalized rehabilitation plans, enhancing quality of life and functional outcomes.  Foundational topics in concussion rehabilitation, emphasizing practical applications of updated clinical guidelines, will be covered. Participants will learn about the impacts of concussions and how they influence occupational performance, including challenges with physical, cognitive, emotional and sleep related symptoms. Participants will explore evidence-based assessment tools and learn how to interpret findings to create individualized rehabilitation plans. Key therapeutic approaches, such as active rehabilitation, energy conservation, return to work/school, and cognitive rehabilitation will be discussed, with guidance on adapting these methods to client-specific needs. By the end, participants will have a deeper understanding of holistic, client-centered approaches to enhance recovery outcomes in concussion rehabilitation. 

After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Identify and describe the impacts of concussion on occupational performance and daily activities.
2. Apply evidence-based assessment tools to evaluate concussion-related functional impairments and use findings to inform individualized rehabilitation plans.
3. Implement therapeutic strategies such as active rehabilitation, energy conservation, return to learn/work, and cognitive rehabilitation to support clients’ successful return to activities. 

Level  Beginner (0-2 years of experience in this specific practice area)

Presented by: Daphne Boucher MSc. OT, OTD, OT Reg. (AB) 

Coregulation is a foundational skill necessary for all pediatric occupational therapists to truly be effective at supporting children and families (Koomar, 2009). However, this skill is often misunderstood or blurred with the concept of self-regulation. A clearer understanding of coregulation and its implications for occupational therapy practice is key to delivering effective coregulation strategies. 

This webinar will cover the definition of coregulation and the foundational science base behind it. The importance of this topic relating to occupational therapy practice and strategies for implementation will also be discussed. 

After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Define coregulation
2. Understand its implications for pediatric occupational therapy practice
3. Utilize 1-3 strategies in practice 

Level  Beginner (0-2 years of experience in this specific practice area)