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2023 ATRA Annual Conference Program (Tentative)

St. Louis, MO - Hilton Frontenac St. Louis

On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023

*Sessions subject to change.

* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC. 

*Check pdf for NCTRC Specialty Certification approved courses. 

It's Okay to Say the "S" Word in Recreation Therapy (the "S" word is Spirituality)

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM CDT
LeCafe
Session Description

This presentation will give attendees a theoretical background in spirituality for every client. The presenters will outline four theoretical frameworks that help in healing, recovery, resilience, connection, and finding purpose through recreation therapy practices. Attendees will learn how to address this large portion of a client's life without fear, judgement, or controversy. The presenters will also introduce autoethnography as a treatment modality for transforming lives.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify at least 2 treatment modalities for helping client find purpose, meaning, and resilience.
2. Identify at least 3 theoretical foundations in spirituality for aiding all types of clients.
3. Identify a new treatment intervention to use in their practice with all individuals.

Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply
Behavioral Health
Child and Adolescent
Higher Education
Military/Veterans
Older Adults
Target Audience
Students
New Graduates/New Professionals
Educators/Researchers
Mid-Career Professionals
Seasoned Professionals

Primary Presenter

Warren D. Price, M.S., Northwest Nazarene University and D6 Treatment
Credentials

MS

Co-Presenter/panelists

Shay Dawson, PhD., CTRS, Central Michigan University
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