For this workshop it is recommended that workers have a foundational level of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) knowledge. If you are new to AOD practice, Insight has eLearning modules available to assist workers.
Sensory Approaches is a collective term for a range of interventions which utilise the sensory systems to regulate levels of bodily arousal when a person is experiencing symptoms of distress and agitation. They are commonly used in mental health services as a trauma informed approach, and as a first line intervention to manage difficult emotional states.
This 1-day practical workshop is suitable for all AOD and mental health practitioners and requires workers to have a foundational level of knowledge of AOD practice.
By the end of this workshop learners will be able to:
- Define and decide when to use sensory approaches
- Understand the supporting neuroscience and evidence underpinning its use
- Understand and describe the 8 sensory systems and their role in regulation of physiology, emotions, cognitions and behaviours
- Be familiar with a range of frameworks, strategies and tools including sensory preferences, calming/alerting/noxious sensory inputs, safety tools, the TREEE model, Using Your Senses to Cope and Sensory Plan tools
- Understand how to apply these sensory tools and approaches in the treatment of problematic substance use with opportunities to trial and practice their use throughout the workshop
Important: To receive a Certificate of Completion for this workshop, participants will need to attend for the full duration of the training. Please ensure your availability prior to registering.
Follow up Zoom call: This follow up zoom call will be scheduled after the workshop so that participants can further discuss and/or practice their application of sensory approaches with support provided from the training facilitators.
