8 - 9 ΦΕΒΡΟΥΑΡΙΟΥ 2025
AA4/ Rhythmic Movements and Reflexes in Early Intervention:
Assessment, Applications and Techniques from an Occupational Therapy Perspective
Petros Chalkitis
Occupational Therapist MS OTR/L
Petros Chalkitis
Occupational Therapist MS OTR/LPetros Chalkitis is an occupational therapist with more than 20 years of experience with various groups of patients (autism, sensory processing disorders, children with physical disabilities, with muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and spina bifida). He graduated from NYIT with a Masters in Occupational Therapy in 2004. He has worked in private contexts with sensory gyms, in schools and in home therapy. It mainly specializes in children aged 2-12 years. He holds certifications in Yoga Therapy for the Child with Developmental Challenges, Therapeutic Listening, Astronaut Training, Rhythmic Movement Training, Handwriting Without Tears, S'cool Moves, Managing Visual Deficits Visual/Vestibular Assessment & Treatment, Safe And Sound protocol, and in Creating Sensory Diets for school-aged children. He also specializes in L1 and L2 reflex integration training with Sonia Story. He is one of the first occupational therapists to participate in the launch of the SEED (Sensory Education Exploration Discovery) program at the New York Department of Education.
Discover the connection of rhythmic movements and reflexes and early intervention. It focuses on the importance of reflexes and rhythmic movements for the development and well-being of children, especially during the first years of life. The objective of the seminar is to provide participants with theoretical and practical knowledge, which will enhance their ability to recognize, evaluate and deal with difficulties through the correct application of reflexes.
By attending the seminar there will be:
– Understanding of the basic principles and theories related to rhythmic movements and reflexes.
– Strengthening skills in the analysis and evaluation of reflexes.
– Identifying and dealing with difficulties that may arise during the application of the techniques.
– Presentation of activities and games that can be used to strengthen reflexes in children.
– Participation in experiential exercises and practical application of theories
– Ability to apply the techniques in real sessions for improved results.
– Opportunity for discussion and answers to participants' questions for further understanding and consolidation of the topics.
➡️ Some of the reflexes that will be trained:
🤺 Asymmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)
🧘 Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR)
🧍♂️ Tonic Labyrinth Reflex (TLR)
👐 Reflective Moro
🫴 Reflective Landau
🐛 Spinal Galant Reflex
😲 Fear Paralysis Reflex
👉 Reflective Babinski
🤜 Palmar Grasp Reflex
👣 Plantar Grasp Reflex etc.
Level: Introduction
- Occupational therapists
- Speech therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Early Intervention Providers
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9:00-9:30 ΠΜ
Attendance
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11:30-11:45 ΠΜ
Coffee Break
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14:00-15:00 MM
Snack/Coffee Break
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9:00-9:30 ΠΜ
Attendance
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11:30-11:45 ΠΜ
Coffee Break
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13:00-14:00 ΜΜ
Snack/Coffee Break
Venue
Children's Laboratory
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INDIVIDUAL
€425
ΙΣΧΥΕΙ ΓΙΑ ΤΗ ΣΥΜΜΕΤΟΧΗ ΣΤΟ ΣΕΜΙΝΑΡΙΟ 8 & 9 ΦΕΒΡΟΥΑΡΙΟΥ 2025
DISCOUNT COUPON: WELCOMEBACK15
€360
TO PARTICIPANTS OF PREVIOUS KIDS WORKSHOP SEMINARS
Prices include:
* Ultimate Evidence-Based Practice Resource Hub to study with:
σημείωσεις in electronic form [version: Greek]
*Certificate of Attendance
* Coffee/ Snack
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