Room: Windgate 62-63
Speaker(s):
Hannah Meyer, MSW
Presentation: Optimistic Beginnings approach to treating the individuals no one could. Innovative and creative treatment for individuals that struggle with living successfully in community settings- who also have experienced significant trauma along with their intellectual/developmental disability and mental illness. Learn how our program has utilized various approaches resulting in successful outcomes and individuals who are able to live a fulfilling, safe life.
Objectives:
- Discuss the prevalence and recognizing the signs of trauma in the BHIDD population
- Describe therapeutic approaches, including biases and adaptations, to treatment (specifically DBT, EMDR and Trauma Recovery)
- Introduce the EMPOWER model- a compassionate framework developed to guide providers in supporting individuals within the BHIDD population
- Understand the value of “outside the box” thinking, adaptability and teamwork to provide the best outcomes.
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