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2022 ATRA Annual Conference IN-PERSON Intensives and Workshops Proposal

September 10–13, 2022

Birmingham, AL - Educational Sessions: Birmingham Sheraton, Sleeping Rooms: Birmingham Westin

Tentative Schedule for the 2022 ATRA Annual Conference (subject to change) 

Flipping the Pages: Exploring Bibliotherapy Approaches for Recreational Therapy Practice

Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 1:30 PM–5:00 PM CDT
Ballroom 1
Session Description/Research Abstract

We love books! We love using books in our practice! But how do therapists select books that target the specific goals and objectives appropriate for our clients? How do we know we are working within an evidence based practice? How do we make sure the APIE process is followed?

In this session, the participant will explore a process to analyze and select books appropriate for pediatric, geriatric and mental health populations. A sample protocol will be used in hands-on book critiques. Participants are asked to bring a storybook type of book they might use in practice, in order to actively participate in the workshop portion of this session.

Primary Presenter

Susan Sunden, Grand Valley State University
Credentials

Ed.D, M.Ed., BS, CTRS

Biographical Information

Dr. Susan Sunden is an Associate Professor in Recreational Therapy at Grand Valley State University. She has practiced and/or taught in RT for over 30 years. Her primary areas of practice are children, families, Autism, and physical rehabilitiation. Her research interests include bibliotherapy, sibling issues, quality of life, and pediatric/family topics.

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Co-Presenter/panelists

Dr. Dawn DeVries, FDRT, CTRS, Grand Valley State University
Credentials

DHA, FDRT, CTRS

Biographical Information

Dr. Dawn DeVries is an Associate Professor and Program Chair for the Recreational Therapy Program at Grand Valley State University. Her practice history includes older adults in nursing homes, dementia care and rehabilitation, as well as management and consulting. Dr. DeVries is widely published on RT reimbursement, public policy for the profession, bibliotherapy, and other RT interventions.

Conflict of Interest Explanation
Erin O'Leary, Grand Valley State University
Credentials

BS Student

Biographical Information

Erin O'Leary is a Grand Valley State University student enrolled in the combined BS/MS in Recreational Therapy program. She will be completing her internship in the Fall. Erin served as an undergraduate research assistant on a recently bibliotherapy research project on shared reading with older adults who have dementia.

Conflict of Interest Explanation
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