Using a trauma-informed approach, this workshop will explore the importance of emotional regulation through Erikson’s stages of development, attachment theory, neurophysiology, limbic system responses, and polyvagal states. It aims to increase knowledge about emotional dysregulation and provide effective interventions to maintain balanced regulatory states in young people. Psychologists, licensed mental health professionals, and ministry leaders will evaluate states of dysregulation and learn strategies to help children and early adolescents reset their nervous system. Participants will recognize how reaching children is crucial for fostering secure relationships and promoting spiritual growth for willing Christian clients. This workshop will explain when children are within the optimal window of tolerance, free from over or under-stimulation, safety and security are established, enhancing overall wellness. Participants will compare how wellness enables kids to engage more effectively at home, church, school, and in the community. Additionally, participants will develop skills needed to intervene during nervous system distress and enhance secure attachments, promoting healthy interpersonal relationships and spiritual growth.
610 | Too Little, Too Big: Emotional Regulation for Little People with Big Feelings
PRESENTERS
Jamie Getz, Ph.D.
CE CREDITS
1.25
Approved For CE
APA, ASWB, NBCC, IBCC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, AOA Category 2A Credits, Georgia Nurses Association, AAFP , Educational CEUs for ACSI
Approved For CME/CEU
LEVEL
Intermediate
Summary
Learning Objectives
1 Increase knowledge about emotional dysregulation and its impact on young people, while identifying effective interventions to maintain balanced regulatory states based on trauma-informed principles.
2 Develop skills to assess and intervene when children and adolescents exhibit signs of nervous system distress, including over or under-stimulation, using strategies to help reset their emotional regulation.
3 Enhance understanding of the importance of fostering secure attachments and promoting spiritual growth for willing Christian clients by creating a safe and supportive environment that helps children engage effectively at home, school, church, and within the community.