Advanced Application And Knowledge Of Executive Functioning: Clinical Focus

This is an advanced course examining executive functioning difficulties in neurodivergent populations, including autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. A framework that refocuses on the importance of self-regulation based on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs will be outlined, along with the essential precursors to emotional development.

The impact of a skill deficit in the areas of executive functioning will be described through in-depth case studies, indicating how a relationship-based approach addresses language and behaviors. In-depth clinical examples will explain the need for bottom-up developmental therapeutic interventions, as opposed to those that prioritize top-down consequence-based methods.

Supportive strategies will be demonstrated as participants will be encouraged to partake in cooperative problem solving, investigating possible solutions for managing challenging situations.

6 CEs available to NYS LMHCs, LMFTs, LCSWs, LMSWs, LCATs, NYS Licensed Psychologists, and NYS Licensed Psychoanalysts provided by Hudson Valley Professional Development, LLC upon successful completion of training.

*Please note that a lunch break is scheduled from 12-1pm.

Objectives:

Upon completion of the training participants will be able to

-identify the foundational capacities that underlie common struggles of neurodivergent clients, including autism, ADHD, and DLD.

-discuss how relational and play-based therapy address challenges associated with autism, ADHD, and DLD, including social emotional skills, executive functioning, and theory of mind.

-connect brain-based research in trauma-informed education to weaknesses in executive functioning domains.

-analyze the core developmental deficits in neurodivergent populations to determine effective strategies that support foundational growth across environments.

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In accordance with the NY State Department of Education guidelines, in order to receive continuing education contact hours, a participant needs to be present for the duration of the workshop/training. Therefore, participants who arrive late or leave the event early will not be granted a certificate of completion.

​Cancellation Policy: Refunds will be provided for cancellations until the day before the event.

Accommodations and Accessibility: HVPD welcomes participants with diverse abilities. Please contact us at info@hudsonvalleyprofessionaldevelopment.com to request accessibility accommodations. Accommodation requests are considered in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Polina Shkadron, MA, CCC-SLP, MSNE, CTP, ADHD-RSP is the founder of Play to Learn Neurodiversity Consulting, an established private practice in the Forest Hills area of Queens, NY. She holds a Master of Arts degree in speech-language pathology from CUNY Queens College and a Master of Science degree in nutrition education from American University.

As a trauma-informed speech-language pathologist, Polina is passionate about helping families and other professionals understand the intricate connections among stress, adverse childhood experiences, and overall development.

Over the course of her career, Polina has earned four ACE awards from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association for her dedication to learning. She has used her knowledge to research how detrimental relationships are created with food while attending to the enhancement of the mealtime environment for children and families through nutrition counseling, parental empowerment, and self-efficacy. Her expertise in the areas of autism, ADHD, and pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) are a culmination of her clinical background.

Visit our website at https://www.hudsonvalleyprofessionaldevelopment.com/ to view the full calendar of upcoming continuing education trainings.