Presented by Ross Greene, Ph.D. and Donald Meichenbaum, Ph.D. and Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., ABSNP and Lynn Miller, Ph. D., R.Psych and Lynne Kenney, Psy.D. and Lisa Ferentz, LCSW, DAPA and Leah Kuypers, OTR/L, M.A.Ed
Wednesday, October 26, 2016 – Friday, October 28, 2016 | Edmonton, ab
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Important Notice:Online registration is now CLOSED for this event. You can arrive up to one hour early to register at the door.
Earlybird deadline extended to October 21, 2016.
There was a misprint in the brochure – day 2, second keynote with Lisa Ferentz, LCW. Please see the event page for the updated workshop description.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016 – Friday, October 28, 2016
8:30am – 4:00pm
DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton
16615 109th Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
Phone: 780.484.0821
Back due to popular demand, last year’s conference SOLD OUT at 750 seats. NEW, larger venue!
Greetings!
My non-profit, Lives in the Balance, is teaming up with Jack Hirose & Associates on the 2nd Annual Alberta School-Based Mental Health Conference, which will be taking place on October 26-28, 2016 in Edmonton, Alberta. We’ve put together what I think is an extremely dynamic, informative group of speakers, including Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., NCSP. , Leah Kuypers, OTR/L, M.A.Ed., Don Meichenbaum, Ph.D., Lisa Ferentz, LCSW, Lynn Miller, Ph.D., Lynne Kenney, Psy.D., and myself.
The goal, as always, is to do everything possible to ensure that all students – and especially those with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges – are understood and treated in the most humane, compassionate, effective ways, and my goal for this conference is to continue moving things in that direction. So I hope you’ll be able to join us for as many days of the conference as you possibly can.
Ross W. Greene, Founding Director
This event is co-sponsored by Lives in the Balance – A non-profit organization founded by Dr. Ross W. Greene
“Dr. Greene provided outstanding closure as an educational specialist in the behavioral health department in a large medical center. For me, this was the best conference I have ever attended. Thank you so much.” – Deb Olufs, Ph.D. | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“As a repeat attendee of Ross Greene’s sessions, I am continually amazed and engaged by the practical, accessible, and effective insights and strategies he provides!” – Dan Ross | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“Very informative. Enjoyed very much. Going to learn more.” – Linda McKenna | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“Ross Greene was informative, an engaging speaker, and funny.” – Marieke Blom | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“Best keynote I have ever heard (and, I have been around a while). Afternoon built on the keynote beautifully.” – Deb Olufs, Ph. D. | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“I have watched and listened to a number of Dr. Greene’s video/audio segments from his Lives in the Balance website. He is even better in person!” – Jody Honywood | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“Very much enjoyed Ross Greene. Kept Audience interested to the end – even on a Friday afternoon!” – Linda McKenna | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
“Loved all of Wednesday with Dr. Greene and the two breakout sessions on Thursday and Friday. Thank you! I really appreciated the examples, descriptions and videos! Loved seeing the mistakes that were wonderful opportunities to learn. Loved the ALSUP focus and defining unsolved problems and the summary on Friday afternoon!” – Debbie Bush, Health Region Ontario | Calgary, AB | Fall 2015
Clinical Professionals: All mental health professionals including, but not limited to Clinical Counsellors, Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Social Workers, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Hospice and Palliative Care Workers, School Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Addiction Specialists, Marital & Family Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Vocational Rehabilitation Consultants and all professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic skills.
Education and Clinical Professionals: All education and mental health or healthcare professionals who work with children or youth including, but not limited to K–12 Classroom Teachers, School Counsellors, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers, School Administrators, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants, Classroom Assistants and Childcare Workers • All other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs including but not limited to: Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Addiction Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Probation Officers and Community Police Officers.
First Keynote – 8:30 am – 10:15 am
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions: Fostering the More Positive Side of Human Nature
Presented by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.
Dr. Greene’s Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) model has historically been applied to kids with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. But the model is equally applicable to less challenging kids, especially if caregivers are interested in teaching the skills that foster the more positive side of human nature.
Second Keynote – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
The Zones of Regulation
Presented by Leah Kuypers, OTR/L, M.A.E.d.
Self-regulation is a skill everyone needs to manage the daily trials and tribulations. Sometimes we become incapacitated to cope, and with all the pressures on our children and youth, all too often we are seeing more self-regulation needs in this general population. Managing emotions and monitoring behaviours is a particular challenge for some. Self-regulation skills need to be taught and learned so that our children and youth have the capacity to manage everyday conflicts, preserve under stress and maintain a mentally healthy state of being.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option One – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
The Assessment of Lagging Skills and Unsolved Problems
Presented by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.
If you want to help solve the problems that are setting in motion challenging behaviour, identify the skills that are contributing to those problems, and stop focusing on a kid’s challenging behaviour (and modifying it), you’ll need to identify to those lagging skills and unsolved problems. Fortunately, there’s an instrument – the Assessment of Lagging Skills and Unsolved Problems – to help you do it, and in this workshop, Dr. Greene teaches you how to use it.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option Two – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
The Zones of Regulation
Presented by Leah Kuypers, M.A., E.D.
The Zone of regulation workshop provides teachers, therapists and parents with hands-on knowledge on the nature of self-regulation and strategies for improving self-regulation and emotional control in individuals of all ages. The workshop addresses topics such as: the brain’s involvement, typical development, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and executive functioning. Audience participants will learn an explicit, stair-stepped method and tools to guide students in utilizing the Zones framework across situations and environments to regulate sensory needs, impulses, and emotional states to social demands. Visuals and student work samples are highlighted to illustrate numerous learning activities.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option Three – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
The Neuropsychology of Reading & Written Language Disorders: A Framework for Effective Interventions
Presented by Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., NCSP
We will examine reading from a brain-based educational perspective, and classify developmental reading disorders into four distinct subtypes. Steven will discuss the Feifer assessment of reading battery, a comprehensive and innovative new reading test designed to examine the underlying cognitive and linguistic processes that supports proficient reading skills. Steven will also explore the neuropsychological underpinnings of the writing process to assist educators and mental health professionals in both diagnosing and remediating written language disorders in children.
First Keynote – 8:30 am – 10:15 am
Ways to Make Schools Safer, More Inviting, and More Effective
Presented by Don Meichenbaum, Ph.D.
Teachers are confronted by beginning students who may differ by as many as two to three grade levels and this educational gap is likely to increase over their years of schooling. This gap contributes to a high school drop out rate. In short, “smart“ students keep getting smarter and the less school-ready students fall further and further behind. This keynote will consider how these differences emerge and offer specific ways to close this educational gap. How to make schools more inviting, safer and more pedagogically effective will be considered.
Second Keynote – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
The Impact of Trauma on Children
Presented by Lisa Ferentz, LCSW.
In this keynote address we will explore the attachment styles that develop in dysfunctional and toxic families and the inherent challenge it creates for children when they are forced to stay connected to abusive caretakers. We will also process the long-term cognitive, behavioral, social, and emotional impact of trauma, abuse, and neglect. Participants will learn about factors that exacerbate the symptoms as well as mitigating factors that can reduce the impact on a child’s evolving development. Videotapes, clients’ artwork and case scenarios will give participants a greater understanding of the toll that trauma takes.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option One – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Introduction to Plan B
Presented by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.
When you’re solving problems collaboratively, you’re partnering with kids so solve the problems that affect their lives, improving communication, enhancing relationships, coming to solutions that are more durable and effective, and teaching lagging skills. In this workshop, Dr. Greene will review the basics.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option Two – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
How to Make an Aggressive and Violent Youth: Implications for Prevention and Treatment Interventions
Presented by Don Meichenbaum, Ph.D.
Aggressive behaviour is relatively stable throughout development. This workshop will consider the multiple pathways by which boys versus girls develop aggressive behaviours and the implications for both prevention and treatment. Specific guidelines and interventions will be offered on what can be done on a school-wide basis (for example, reading comprehension programs, bully prevention and parent involvement), and on a more in depth basis involving principals, school counselors and psychologists, and ways to conduct wrap around services. a consideration of what “works” and what makes things “worse“.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option Three – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Understanding & Working with the Developmental Challenges of Adolescence
Presented by Lisa Ferentz, MSW
Parents, teachers, and helping professionals often struggle in their interactions with adolescents: misreading their moods and needs, and inadvertently communicating in ways that create tension and increase disconnection. This workshop will offer adults new insights into adolescent development and the adolescent brain, which will increase their understanding and empathy towards teenagers. We will reframe “difficult” adolescent behaviours, giving participants a new way to understand and work with “resistance” and “non-compliance.” Particular attention will be paid to fostering cooperation and improving communication with adolescents.
First Keynote – 8:30 am – 10:15 am
Worries & Woes: Dealing with Anxiety Disorders in School Age Children
Presented by Lynn Miller, Ph.D.
Anxiety disorders are the most common form of psychological distress reported by children and adolescents, and can interfere significantly in the lives of children. An anxiety disorder is a level of anxiety or worry that interferes with daily functioning, either with peer relationships, academic performance, or in family routines. Interference can range from reluctance to go to school, to withdrawing from sports and extra curricular activities, to being completely home bound.
Second Keynote – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
5 Scientific Ways To Build Cultures of Kindness for Better Learning & Behaviour
Presented by Lynne Kenney, Psy.D.
This keynote will give you 5 effective science-based strategies to build classroom (and therapy) cultures of kindness to more effectively intervene with children who have challenges with sensory processing, dysregulation, anxiety and executive function. Dr. Kenney will integrate research from neuroscience, kinesiology, occupational therapy, music and speech/language therapy. We will learn how to “Bloom Your Room” to improve learning and behaviour.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option One – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Advanced Plan B
Presented by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.
If you’re clear on the basics, you’re ready for the more nuanced aspects of solving problems collaboratively, including strategies for gathering information about kids’ concerns, helping non- communicative kids express their concerns, dealing with defensiveness, and coming to realistic and mutually satisfactory solutions. Lots of sample videos in this workshop.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option Two – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
Worries & Woes: Dealing with Anxiety Disorders in School Age Children
Presented by Lynn Miller, Ph.D.
The workshop provides the most current, evidence informed model for how anxiety develops in children and adolescents, and how therapists, health care providers and education professionals can engage kids and families in learning to manage anxiety. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis and effective interventions for each anxiety disorder subtype. Practical diagnostic and treatment strategies can be applied immediately, using DSM-5 classification of anxiety. participants will learn the fundamentals of CBT in fun and effective ways, leaving with practical skills to use with children, teens and families.
Afternoon Concurrent Session Option Three – 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm
20 Proven & Effective Thinking & Self-Regulation Activities & Strategies: For Children with Sensory Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Anxiety, and ADHD
Presented by Lynne Kenney, Psy.D.
This workshop will give you 20 effective thinking & self-regulation activities and strategies to better understand and intervene with children who have challenges with sensory processing, dysregulation, anxiety and executive function. Dr. Kenney will integrate research from neuroscience, kinesiology, occupational therapy, music and speech/ language therapy. We will explore cognitive and movement activities to improve learning and behaviour.
Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., is the originator of the Collaborative Problem Solving approach (now known as Collaborative & Proactive Solutions), as described in his influential books The Explosive Child and Lost at School. Having served on the teaching faculty at Harvard Medical School for over 20 years, he is currently adjunct associate professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech and Director of the non-profit Lives in the Balance (www.livesinthebalance.org), which provides free, web-based resources on his model and advocates on behalf of behaviorally challenging kids and their parents, teachers, and other caregivers. He lectures widely throughout the world and lives in Portland, Maine, with his wife and two kids.
“The world is a better place because of your efforts to bring understanding to behaviourally challenged children. Thank you.”
-Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014
“Amazing presentation and speaker! Best training I’ve been to since Grad School!”
-Oakville, ON | May 28 – 30, 2014
“Ross’s work is so excellent and so helpful. He always helps me to be a better psychologist for people with unsolved problems.”
-Dr. Allan | Oakville, ON | May 28 – 30, 2014
“Dr. Greene’s philosophy has hugely impacted my practices.”
-Lisa Bellireau | Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014
“I found the three day training to be exceptional. Dr. Greene has given me a great deal to think about and put into practice. Thank you for varying the content and providing a pace that would allow reflection.”
-Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014“Very engaging speaker to bring clarity to complex issues.”
-Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014
“Ross Greene is a phenomenal speaker. I could attend everything he would be presenting. He is amazing in content, presentation and interaction with the class. This subject will change my life with my wife and son.”
-Ross L | Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014
“Amazing tone, pace and presence!”
-Oakville, ON | May 28 – 30, 2014
“My only regret is that my staff members are not here with me. This workshop was very informative. I thank you for sharing your knowledge.”
-Oakville, ON | May 28 – 30, 2014
“This was an incredible three days – I learned a lot about the program and even more about myself. I look forward to the opportunity to use this at my school.”
-Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014
“Great course! For working with kids with disabilities (and their families), and also having my own child with challenging behavior – this model just makes sense!”
-Lindsay C (McMan Youth Family & Community)| Edmonton, AB | April 14 – 16, 2014
“Ross’ problem-solving approach is inspiring and refreshing. I felt like I was sitting in a room on the brink of a revolutionary movement of ideas for helping students solve their emotional problems.”
– Langley, BC | May 21, 2015
“Thank you! A common-sense approach that should be mandatory for every educator and teaching candidate! As well, every parent should use this approach to help develop well-adjusted children.”
– Scott Sieben, Principal | Langley, BC | May 21, 2015
Don Meichenbaum, Ph.D., is Distinguished Professor Emeritus from the University of Waterloo. Ontario from which he took early retirement 20 years ago. He is presently Research Director of the Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention in Miami (Please see www.melissainstitute.org). He is one of the founders of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
In a survey of clinicians reported in the American Psychologist, he was voted “one of the ten most influential psychotherapists of the 20th century.” He has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Clinical Division of the American Psychological Association and he was Honorary President of the Canadian Psychological Association. He has presented in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. He has published extensively and most recently published Roadmap to Resilience: A Guide for Military Trauma Victims and Their Families (visit www.roadmaptoresilience. org). His other books include The Evolution of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: A Personal and Professional Journey with Don Meichenbaum, Treatment of Individuals with Anger Control Problems and Aggressive Behaviour; Stress Inoculation Training; Facilitating Treatment Adherence; and The Unconscious Reconsidered.
He has consulted for various populations including veterans’ hospitals, the National Guard, psychiatric treatment centres for children, adolescents and adults, treatment centre for individuals with traumatic brain injuries, torture victims, Native populations, deaf populations and school boards. See papers by Dr. Meichenbaum on www.melissainstitute.org (go to home page and click on Author’s Index and scroll to Meichenbaum).
“Don is the most interesting, dynamic, and hilarious presenter. I could listen to him/learn from him all day.”
– CBT & DBT Conference | Calgary, AB | December 3, 2015
“Dr. M – very good presenter; great topic and very knowledgeable.”
– Paula Caines | Calgary, AB | December 3, 2015
“A master’s voice! Second time hearing him. I have already studied Don’s work.”
– Richmond, BC | December 2, 2015
“This was fabulous! Dr. Meichenbaum was very engaging, skilled, and able to convey the information in an organized fashion that was easy to understand. I loved his use of anecdotes and the presentation of DVD clips of clinical work. I sincerely believe that the information I learned will enhance my clinical work.”
– Sarah | Vancouver, BC | November 7, 2014
“A very engaging, informative and entertaining speaker.”
– Vancouver, BC | November 7, 2014
“Dr. Meichenbaum is a legend.”
– 2014 Trauma Conference | Calgary, AB | November 19, 2014
“Best learning experience I’ve had in years! I graduated in ’87 (Ph.D.). Great new info and research, AND entertaining presentation!”
– Toni (Private Practice) | Vancouver, BC | November 6, 2014
“Two days very well spent. I feel satisfied that I learned new information, but also have new resources to draw on in my clinical work, as well as providing leadership with the staff at my centre. Thank you.”
– Dana | Vancouver, BC | November 6 & 7, 2014
“The material was presented well. Interesting from a clinical perspective. I will share notes with colleagues.”
-Barb | Vancouver, BC | November 7, 2014
“Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us. Your use of materials (videos and handouts) made the presentation very engaging and applicable to my professional setting (an outpatient counseling centre for individuals with substance use issues).”
– Vancouver, BC | November 6 & 7, 2014
“I loved Dr. Meichenbaum. He uses humour, and his workshop was very fun, engaging and very informative. I will be very interested in other workshops by Dr. Meichenbaum – thank you very much.”
– Vancouver, BC | November 6, 2014
“Excellent workshop, good examples, sense of humour kept me engaged and attentive.”
– Vancouver, BC | November 6, 2014
Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., ABPdN is dually trained as both a nationally certified school psychologist and board certified pediatric neuropsychologist. He has more than 20 years of experience working directly in public education, and is currently in private practice assessing children in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Feifer has earned numerous distinctions throughout his career including being awarded the Maryland School Psychologist of the Year, the National School Psychologist of the Year, and recently the Legends of School Psychology award. He remains a popular speaker at many state, national, and international conferences, and has authored eight books on learning and emotional disorders in children. Lastly, Dr. Feifer has also authored three tests on diagnosing learning disabilities in children, all of which are published by PAR.
“I love the speaker. He knows how to engage the audience and keep us focused. Interesting and applicable info and stories, very organized and will timed presentation.”
– Richmond, BC | December 2, 2019“This professional learning workshop was very targeted and well organized. The presenter was well prepared and very knowledgeable. He explicitly connected the neuropsychology and the intervention piece. A very worthwhile and informative session.”
– Calgary, AB | November 1 – 2, 2018“Very good presentation. Thorough scientific content. Very clear about information. Afternoon presentation, very clear, excellent content. This is a deeply competent, expert + well informed.”
– Langley, BC | November 20 – 22, 2017“Congratulations Dr. Feifer on being one of the first American presenters I have heard who took the time to do research + make slides with Canadian info + statistics, when presenting in Canada!”
– Langley, BC | November 20 – 22, 2017“Very engaging speaker – obviously passionate about what he does. Fantastic balance of theory/practical applications. Visual format of slides were easy to see/follow plus he used to guide his discussions but didn’t read off them. Feifer made the audience feel at ease and welcome to ask questions.”
– Saskatoon, SK | May 10 – 12, 2017
“Thank you so much for an interesting workshop. I enjoyed the information because the neuropsychology aspect is so important to why and where we need to go with literacy interventions.”
– Tracie McDonald | Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015
“Very much enjoyed Steven Feifer’s ability to translate neuropsychology concepts into practical insights.”
– Dan Ross | Calgary, AB | October 29, 2015
“Very well informed, important information, great sense of humour, and love of his area of study and the audience. Great!”
– Robert Paulet | Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015
“Presenter was excellent!”
– Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015
“Best workshop I’ve been to! Very practical and relevant to my needs with respect to my current caseload. Thank you!”
– Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015
“Dr. Feifer has helped me to solidify my understanding of how to assess and intervene on learning disabilities. I found this workshop to be extremely practical and I intend to use the information to improve my practice in school psychology.”
– Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015
Lynn D. Miller, Ph.D., Lic.Psych started her career as a classroom teacher, and then worked as a school counselor K-12 in the US and Canada. As the Myrne Nevison Prevention Research Professor at the University of British Columbia, she investigated anxiety at the entry to school in kindergarten and grade one. A noted leader in mental health issues of school aged children, she recently completed her term as President of the Anxiety Disorders Assoc. of Canada, 2010-2014 and 2018, and served as the President of the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (2004-2006). Dr. Miller is known for her knowledge and clarity, sense of humor, compassion, and engaging speaking style.
Dr. Miller is a Licensed Psychologist, Certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist, and an Associate Professor Emeritus (retired) in the Education and Counseling Psychology and Special Education department at the University of British Columbia. She has over 30 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings including hospitals, community mental health centers, schools, and private practice. She was a representative to Expert Round Table of BC Ministry of Child and Family Development on Mental Health, and helped plan how mental health services were offered in BC, with anxiety identification and service delivery to children and youth as the lead program. Her research team modified the evidence-based anxiety prevention curriculum (FRIENDS program) from its Australian form. This modified protocol is now in use across Canada, and endorsed by the World Health Organization.
She has trained hundreds of community mental health clinicians on anxiety identification and evidence-based interventions. She has given more than 400 presentations in North America, Scotland and Thailand, presenting research findings. She has written extensively about anxiety in youth from scholarly, peer-reviewed journals to local mental health newsletters. She has held several research grants, examining the effects of empirically supported approaches to child anxiety in the public school system. She has conducted research on other models of anxiety prevention programs in schools, including Taming Worry Dragons, Skills for Social and Academic Success, Cool Little Kids, as well as an enhanced program for Aboriginal children. In 2015, she received the Mid-level career awarded by the American Psychological Association for contributions to children’s and adolescents’ mental health.
“Thanks, Lynn. I feel like I can go back to my school with a lot of strategies/tools/confidence to deal with the numerous students who are struggling with anxiety!”
– Abbotsford, BC | April 22, 2016
“Lynn was phenomenal. I truly appreciate her applied approach to research based CBT techniques. They will be very useful in a school setting.”
– Stephanie Leithead | Kelowna, BC | April 21, 2016“Outstanding!!! The material was very practical and useful as a clinician. Lynn was an excellent presenter – very engaging, authentic, and enjoyable!”
– Patti Fedar | Edmonton, AB | May 9, 2016“Engaging and funny presentation – made me think creatively abut how to help kids and parents with anxiety.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 9, 2016“So much great information. Very practical! Felt like I was drinking through a fire hose! Must review my notes to solidify learning! Thank you very much.”
– Abbotsford, BC | April 22, 2016
“Loved Lynn – excellent, engaging presenter. Tough to cover this much material in one day but she did a good job. I am so happy that this subject is getting more exposure. Anxiety in children needs more attention.”
– Vicky Qualie | Edmonton, AB | May 9, 2016
“I found the speaker very engaging, funny and very realistic about the types of anxiety/depression issues educators face and how we could actually help students with these issues. Very practical. I liked the holistic approach she had about the students we work with – spoke to family, school, and home stressors.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 9, 2016“Lynn Miller delivered her information in a clear, well-organized and humorous manner that was easily digested.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 9, 2016
“Lynn’s humour and occasional light-heartedness was appreciated.”
– Abbotsford, BC | April 22, 2016“Dr. Miller was engaging, highly knowledgeable, and professional. This workshop will enable me to better support my students and the parents I work with. Dr.Miller’s passion has inspired me to go ahead and pursue graduate studies in psychology. Would love to see Dr. Miller again in Calgary. Thank you.”
– Ivy Waite | Calgary, AB | May 4 & 5, 2015“Lynn Miller was absolutely exceptional! It would be wonderful to have her back!”
– 2014 Alberta Conference on Children and Adolescence | Edmonton, AB | November 3 & 4, 2014“Lynn was an excellent speaker, giving us useful tools and information in an entertaining way – with a handful of anecdotes and a hopeful theme for supporting those with anxiety.”
– 2014 Alberta Conference on Children and Adolescents | Edmonton, AB | November 3 & 4, 2014“As a classroom teacher this workshop gave me a much deeper understanding of how to address anxiety in my classroom. I learned the basics of CBT in ways that gave me tools I could utilize with my students and gave me information and resources to provide to parents.”
– Christine | Calgary, AB | May 4 & 5, 2015“Phenomenal! One of the best conferences I have been to! I would love to have her come and guest speak at our school and division!”
-Worries & Woes | Calgary, AB | May 4 & 5, 2015
“I appreciated your ability to be approachable and your willingness to create such a comfortable atmosphere. Strong, dynamic, humorous speaker with a no-nonsense attitude. Well done! Greatest professional development event I have been to thus far in my career and personal life.”
– Greg Duval | Calgary, AB | May 4 & 5, 2015“Lynn is so engaging and informative. A must- do workshop.”
– Carolyn D., M.A | Calgary, AB | May 4 & 5, 2015“Lynn is a very dynamic speaker who delivers thorough, yet useable strategies for helping anxious kids! I look forward to getting back to work and using my new knowledge!”
– Tara Loureiro, School Counsellor | Winnipeg, MB | June 4 – 5, 2015
Lynne Kenney, Psy.D., is the nation’s leading pediatric psychologist in the development of classroom cognitive-physical activity programs for students in grades K-8. Dr. Kenney develops curriculum, programming, and activities to improve children’s cognition through coordinative cognitive-motor movement, executive function skill-building strategies, and social-emotional learning.
Dr. Kenney’s most recent educational program is CogniMoves® a universal Tier I MTSS cognitive-motor movement program, co-developed with Benjamin S. Bunney, MD, Former Chairman Department of Psychiatry at Yale University. CogniMoves® is designed to strengthen executive function skills in K-3 students.
Dr. Kenney is a pediatric psychologist on the Language & Cognition Team at Wellington-Alexander Center for the Treatment of Dyslexia, Scottsdale, Arizona. She has advanced fellowship training in forensic psychology and developmental pediatric psychology from Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School and Harbor-UCLA/UCLA Medical School. As an international educator, researcher, and author, Dr. Kenney is dedicated to improving the trajectory of children’s learning, particularly in high-need, under-resourced communities.
Dr. Kenney’s books include Brain Primers, 2020 (Kuczala & Kenney); 70 Play Activities for Better Thinking, Self-Regulation, Learning and Behavior (Kenney & Comizio, 2016); the Social-Emotional Literacy program, Bloom Your Room™; Musical Thinking™; and Bloom: 50 things to say, think and do with anxious, angry and over-the-top-kids (Kenney & Young, 2015). My Attention Engine: An executive function skill activity book for teachers, parents, and children is slated for 2023.
Since 1985, Dr. Kenney has worked as an educator in community service with national organizations including the Neurological Health Foundation, Head Start, Understood.org, HandsOn Phoenix, SparkPE, the First Nations in Canada, and Points of Light (Generation On) Dr. Kenney values working with Title I Schools.
“Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills. I loved the ‘hands on’ activities and plan to use them in my kindergarten class.”
– Sylvie Seguin | Ottawa, ON | May 11, 2016
“Lynne is a fantastic facilitator. I appreciate all the resources and examples she provided. This was an extremely enjoyable and educational workshop.”
– Stephanie Mulhall | London, ON | May 9, 2016
“Speaker was upbeat, clear, engaging, easy to listen to, and easy to stay engaged. Very real and genuine and very accommodating.”
– Oakville, ON | May 10, 2016
“Extremely competent speaker. She knows the material”
– Sylvie Seguin | Ottawa, ON | May 11, 2016
“Lynne was/is a wealth of knowledge and was able to keep the room engaged for the duration of the days. Lot’s of great info. Looking forward to visiting her Facebook page.”
– Oakville, ON | May 10, 2016
“Wonderful workshop, loved everything about it. Really good speaker. Easy to understand and really knowledgeable.”
– Giselle North | London, ON | May 9, 2016
“I appreciate the conversation about sleep, nutrition, etc. Very resourceful instructor…I’d like to sit and speak with Lynne; she’s so interesting and informative.”
– Nicole | London, ON | May 9, 2016
“Lynne Kenney is a delightful presenter. Warm and engaging, with an infectious giggle. She presented the material in a memorable and entertaining manner!”
– 2014 Alberta Conference on Children and Adolescents | Edmonton, AB | November 3 & 4, 2014
“I appreciated Lynne Kenney’s session as she incorporated movement, sharing and collaboration into the presentation.”
– 2014 Alberta Conference on Children and Adolescents | Edmonton, AB | November 3 & 4, 2014
“Lynne Kenney gets five stars – humour, action and real modelling!”
– 2014 Alberta Conference on Children and Adolescents | Edmonton, AB | November 3 & 4, 2014
Lisa Ferentz, LCSW, DAPA, is a recognized expert in the strengths based, de-pathologized treatment of trauma and self-harm and has been in private practice since 1984. She presents workshops and keynote addresses nationally and internationally, and is a clinical consultant to practitioners and mental health agencies in the United States, Canada, England and Ireland. She has been an adjunct faculty member at several universities, and in 2007 founded “The Ferentz Institute,” which provides continuing education and state of the art training in trauma treatment to mental health professionals.
In 2009 she was voted the “Social Worker of Year” by the Maryland Society for Clinical Social Work. Lisa is the author of “Treating Self-Destructive Behaviours in Traumatized Clients: A Clinician’s Guide” (Routledge), now in its second edition, “Letting Go of Self-Destructive Behaviours: A Workbook of Hope and Healing” (Routledge), and “Finding Your Ruby Slippers: Transformative Life Lessons From the Therapists’ Couch.” (PESI)
Lisa hosted a weekly radio talk show, writes blogs and articles for websites on trauma, self-harm, and self-care, teaches on many webinars, and is a weekly contributor to Psychologytoday.com. You can follow Lisa’s work at www.theferentzinstitute.com, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
“I really enjoyed this training. I thought the presenter was very knowledgeable about the topic, taught it well, and modelled some of the skills while teaching it. Very useful information that I believe I will be able to incorporate into my practice.”
– Fall 2017
“I enjoyed all of the lessons. Very useful information that will help me with my clients.”
– Brennan Lane | Fall 2017
“The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and I am able to take away many new techniques to use with my clients and try to incorporate them into my practice.”
– Aleisha Ross | Fall 2017
“I find Lisa to be empathetic and compassionate to treatment of individuals with trauma. I really liked her comments about no safety contracts and taking time pace to contain clients.”
– T Nelson | Fall 2017
“This was one of the best and most useful workshops I have ever experienced!”
– Fall 2017
Leah Kuypers, OTR/L, M.A.Ed., earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Graduate Certificate in Autism, and a Master of Arts in Education from Hamline University in St. Paul, MN. She has practiced as an OT and specialist in school and clinical settings, specializing in self-regulation and social learning, and has worked with students of all ages and challenges, including anxiety, ADHD, and ASD.
Leah created The Zones of Regulation®, a concept designed to teach self-regulation, and is author of the book and app by the same name (2011, Social Thinking Publishing; 2013, Selosoft, Inc). In addition to working with students, she provides trainings and consultation to parents and professionals, and offers workshops on the Zones to groups across the country and Canada.
She currently resides in Minneapolis, MN with her husband, son, daughter and dog. To have fun, Leah loves traveling, playing with her children, hiking, skiing and most anything outdoors.
“Enjoyed the very practical applications of Leah K’s presentation. I can take away so much to apply in the classroom. Thanks!”
– Edmonton, AB | October 26-28, 2016“Evidence from research studies and news headlines very appreciated, very happy to hear how zones could be implemented school-wide and for older students. I have done lots of zones for younger students but never for adolescents.”
– Edmonton, AB | October 26-28, 2016“Dr. Kuyper’s love of kids shone through.”
– Edmonton, AB | October 26-28, 2016
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16615 109th Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
phone: 780.484.0821
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16675 109 Ave NW
Edmonton, AB
phone: 780.509.1230
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Jack Hirose & Associates is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Jack Hirose & Associates maintains responsibility for the program.
† The Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Social Workers (NLASW) accept CPA-approved CEUs.
* Participants will receive a certificate of completion after every workshop. Workshops are pre-approved for 5.5 or 6 credits per day unless otherwise specified.
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