The Zones is a systematic, cognitive behavior approach
used to teach self-regulation by categorizing all the different ways we feel and
states of alertness we experience into four concrete zones. The Zones curriculum
provides strategies to teach students to become more aware of, and independent
in controlling their emotions and impulses, managing their sensory needs, and
improving their ability to problem solve conflicts.
The Zones of Regulation incorporates
Social Thinking® concepts and numerous visuals to teach students to identify
their feelings/level of alertness, understand how their behavior impacts those
around them, and learn what tools they can use to manage their feelings and
states. (Leah Kuypers has practiced as an OT/autism
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.)
Who Should Attend: Speech & Language
Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Regular And Special Education Teachers,
Guidance Counselors, Case Managers, Specialists, Social Workers, Psychologists,
School Administrators, Educational Paraprofessionals, Behavior Therapists,
Parents
This free workshop is funded by the OPI Montana Autism Education Project.
2015
April 15 - Havre
April 16 - Great Falls
April 17 - Missoula
