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The CALMER (Cortex, Amygdala, Limbic, Memory and Emotional Regulation) approach is an evidence-informed practice1 framework which is inclusive and neurodivergent affirming. Focusing on understanding the relationship between the person and their environment, the approach uses knowledge translation to synthesize neuroscience and behavioral science into a practical and accessible framework for everyone. Co-designing therapeutic support and building active, capable environments, CALMER emphasizes the importance of a safe and supportive environment to facilitate improved interactions and positive connections. Emphasizes is placed on understanding the relationship between emotional regulation and interactions (behaviours) to consider all perspective of what is happening for the young person in any given context.
PESI Australia, in collaboration with PESI in the USA, offers quality online continuing professional development events from the leaders in the field at a standard recognized by professional associations including psychology, social work, occupational therapy, alcohol and drug professionals, counselling and psychotherapy. On completion of the training, a Professional Development Certificate is issued after the individual has answered and submitted a quiz and course evaluation. This program is worth 1 hours CPD for points calculation by your association.
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Applying Neuroscience to Support Safe and Positive Interactions (6.10 MB) | 32 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Francisco de Paula is the Director of The Calmer Approach Limited and the primary developer of The CALMER Approach. He is a Neurobehavioral Support Practitioner supporting people in their natural environments. He has provided behaviour support for over 12 years and has been working in the disability sector for over 22 years.
Francisco is always looking for new evidence in supporting quality of life, increasing capacity and reducing restrictions. He has a focus on co-designing therapeutic support, building capable and active environment enhanced participation, engagement, choice, control, decision making.
Francisco has developed the CALMER Approach (www.calmerapproach.com) in pursuit of translating theory into everyday best practice.
Francisco completed a Bachelor of Education in Disability Studies through ACU and further training through the Institute for Applied Behaviour Analysis (IABA), Think Kids, Child Trauma Academy, Trauma Research Foundation's Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies. He has a Cert IV in Training and Assessment and is a certified Person-Centred Active Support facilitator.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Francisco DePaula has employment relationships with The Calmer Approach, Jeder Institute, and Kaiser Permanente.
Non-financial: Francisco DePaula is an author with Psychotherapy Networker.
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