The American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) is excited to announce “Radiant Minds: Nurturing Mental Health for All” as the theme for the 2024 Virtual Summit. "Radiant Minds: Nurturing Mental Health for All" will allow you to discover the latest insights and strategies for promoting mental and behavioral health and well-being, fostering resilience, and enhancing mental health for individuals of all backgrounds.
This summit brings together practitioners, experts, caregivers, clients, advocates, and researchers to explore the diverse facets of mental health, share innovative approaches, and ignite discussions aimed at building a brighter, more inclusive future for mental wellness. Don't miss this opportunity to engage and join with thought leaders and practitioners toward radiant minds and thriving communities.
This virtual event will run February 1 - 29, 2024 on ATRA's virtual learning platform. Additional sessions may be added so please check back regularly to view the program.
Shell Shocked: Recreation Therapy Interventions for Combat Veteran Trauma
Session Length
60 minutes
Description
Working with veterans? Let's take a dive into clients who have experienced shell shock in foreign or domestic lands.
Learn about combat veterans, the unique trauma that they experience, and the restorative outcomes of recreational therapies as veterans transition successfully to civilian life. This session will include interventions, discussion of trauma, and the importance of recreational therapy within this population.
Focus of Presentation
Consumer perspective
Education
Legislation/Advocacy
Community Involvement
Other
Learning Outcomes
1. Name 3 combat veteran populations
2. Explain 3 common traumas associated with combat veterans
3. Identify 3 evidence-based Recreational Therapy interventions for combat veterans
Presenter
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NAKKIA MOORE GRAHAM, CTRS, MHA, New Horizons Concierge Firm
Biographical Statement
Hello! My name is Nakkia Graham (Kia). I am a National Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist since 2015. I graduated from The University of Southern Mississippi in May of 2015. I also graduated from Belhaven University with a Master's in Healthcare Administration in 2018. I am a current grad student at Capella University obtaining my Master's in Mental Health Counseling. I have worked in multiple populations including Seniors, Geriatric Psych, Behavioral Health, and specialize in Adolescent, Adult dual diagnosis, and Veteran behavioral health.
I have found my passion working in Recreational Therapy. I enjoy working in Behavioral health and want to improve quality of life, one activity at a time. My favorite quote is "If Bread is the first necessity of life, Recreation is a close second". This quote embodies the importance of Recreational Therapy and how it can change your life.
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Co-Presenters
Myisha LeVisher Jones, CEO, CTRS, CPRP, New Horizons Concierge Firm
Biographical Statement
Myisha Jones, CTRS,CPRP, CEO of New Horizons Concierge Firm & Manager of Greater Los Angeles Veteran Affairs Therapeutic Recreation Services, continues to deliver successful holistic lifestyle supports en masse for over 22 years. Building accelerated pipelines for progressive health professionals who demand transformative change now in the digital age. Myisha J. is a Humanitarian, Behavioral Strategist, Holistic Hospitality & Tourism Consultant, Mentor, and Philanthropist.
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