2019 Annual Conference

September 14–17, 2019

Peppermill Resort Spa and Casino, Reno, NV

Interprofessional Education/Practice: RT and SLP in a program for individuals living with ABI

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Darla K. Hagge, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Cal State Univ Sacramento

Co-Presenters

Dr. Jamie Hoffman, California State University, Sacramento

Panelists

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Standards for the Practice of Recreational Therapy: Practical Applications for all Settings

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Heather Bright, MS, CTRS, Slippery Rock University

Co-Presenters

Marcia Smith, MS, CTRS, Retired

Erick Kong, ED.D, CTRS, RTC, Cal State East Bay

Panelists

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Using Dare to Lead as a Clinical Supervision Framework

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Jamie Bennett, MS.

Co-Presenters

Sandra Negley, M.S. MTRS, CTRS, FDRT , University of Utah

Panelists

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Becoming an RT Influencer: The Role of Social Media in Advocacy

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Susan Purrington, Ph.D., SUNY Cortland

Co-Presenters

Andrew Purrington, Ph.D., None

Panelists

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Current Inclusion Best Practices: From Cincinnati to Utah and Sea to Shining Sea

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Mrs. Kristen Clatos Riggins, MA, CTRS, ATRIC, Cincinnati Recreation Commission

Co-Presenters

Mrs. Ashley Bowen, TRS, CTRS, American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

Taylor Singleton, Cincinnati Recreation Commission

Emily Katherine Lake, Cincinnati Recreation Commission

Panelists

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Introduction to Aquatic Therapy

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PDT

Pre-con

Primary Contact

Dr. Mary Ellen Broach, CTRS, ATRIC, , University of South Alabama

Co-Presenters

Dr. Jamie Hoffman, California State University, Sacramento

Panelists

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Introduction to Role-Playing Games (RPGs) as Intervention Modalities in Therapeutic Recreation

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Hawke Robinson, RPG Therapeutics LLC

Co-Presenters

John Welker, B.S., John Welker

Danielle Whitworth, Danielle Whitworth

Panelists

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Virtual Reality Interventions in Recreational Therapy Practice

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Lauren Lee Isaacs, University of Utah

Co-Presenters

Rhonda Nelson, University of Utah

Panelists

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ATRA Leadership Development: Enhancing the Capacity of Section Leaders for Growth and Success

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 1:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Section Leader Lunch prior to Session, 12 - 1:30p

Primary Contact

Thea Kavanaugh, American Therapeutic Recreation Association

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Bridging the Gap: Facilitating Clinical Independence for Current Students and New Hires in Recreation Therapy

Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 1:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Pre-Conference

Primary Contact

Janice Elich Monroe, Ithaca College

Co-Presenters

Susan Durnford, Ithaca College

Panelists

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2019 Updates for Child & Adolescent Section

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Jenny Dilaura, NA

Co-Presenters

Brian Pritchard, CTRS, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Abby Pestak, Rainbow Babies & Childrens Hospital, University Hospitals of Cleveland

Panelists

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ATRA Management Section

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Thea Kavanaugh, American Therapeutic Recreation Association

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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ATRA Schools Section

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Amanda Chamberlain, Fall Mountain Regional School District

Co-Presenters

Thomas House, American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

Matthew Frye, University of New Hampshire

Panelists

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ATRA Section: Veteran & Military Treatment Section

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Deborah Tysor, TRS, CTRS, MS, University of Utah

Co-Presenters

Amina J Chaudhry, Department of Veterans Affairs

Panelists

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Behavioral Health Section: Annual Member Update and Discussion of BH Trends in RT Practice

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Holly Eichner, University of Toledo

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Community Section

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Mrs. Kristen Clatos Riggins, MA, CTRS, ATRIC, Cincinnati Recreation Commission

Co-Presenters

Ashley Bowen, Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation

Panelists

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Older Adult Section Update

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Melissa J Long, CTRS, DPG, Larmax Homes, Llc

Co-Presenters

Melissa J Long, Larmax Homes, Llc

Jodi Douglas, Independence Village

Panelists

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Physical Rehabilitation and Medical Section Information and Update Presentation

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Section

Primary Contact

Ms Karley Brouwer, Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center

Co-Presenters

Mrs Amanda M Mota, CTRS, Loyola University Medical Center

Panelists

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A Guide to Problem-Solving and Decision Making, Using Best Practices in Inclusive Recreation

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Heather Silander (Andersen), Ed. D., CTRS, University of St. Francis and Clearbrook

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Balancing Business and Lifestyle in TR: The Struggle is Real

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Mrs. Leticia Gonzalez, CTRS, Imagine Therapies, LLC

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Creating Partnerships Between Veterans Affairs and Community RT

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Ashley Bowen, MS, MTRS, CTRS, Salt Lake County Parks & Recreation

Co-Presenters

Heather Brown, MS, MTRS, CTRS, Salt Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Panelists

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Get Ready for Change to LTC's PPS and PDPM: The implications for Recreational Therapy Practice

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Betsy Kemeny, PhD, Slippery Rock University

Co-Presenters

Dr. Dawn DeVries, Grand Valley State University

Panelists

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Presenting and Reviewing Research in Recreational Therapy: Tips and Suggestions from the ATRA Research Institute Committee

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Brandi M. Crowe, Clemson University

Co-Presenters

Cari Autry, East Carolina University

Jasmine Townsend, Clemson University

Megan Janke, East Carolina University

Panelists

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Sibshops: The Role of RT in Supporting Siblings of Individuals with Disabilities Across the Lifespan

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Lindsey Kirschbaum, UW - La Crosse

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Students with Mental Health Concerns/Issues in Public Schools, and How Recreation Therapy is Used as a Related Service

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Thomas House, American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA), Cooperative Educational Services (CES)

Co-Presenters

Dan Scaduto, REC Tech, Cooperative Educational Services (CES)

Panelists

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Trauma Informed Care in Recreational Therapy Practice

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Em V Adams, Clemson University

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Updates to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System (PPS)

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Thomas Skalko, East Carolina University

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Advocating for Welcoming Communities

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

CTRS, Temple University

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Assessment of Sensory Preferences and Building of Self Determination through Sensory Art Exploration Program with Future Implementation for Interdisciplinary Team and Care Plan.

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Kerry Brown, Providence Center for Medically Fragile Children

Co-Presenters

Rachel Gorman, Providence Health and Services Child Center

Panelists

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Building the Car While Driving It: How to Adopt a Continuous Quality Improvement Process without Interrupting Services

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Kirstin L Whitely, DHA, Longwood University and American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

Co-Presenters

Dr. Susan E Lynch, BS Ed, MS, PhD, Longwood University

Ms. Erin A Chauncey, Therapeutic Recreation Student, Longwood University

Panelists

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NCTRC Internship Guidelines: Ensuring a Quality Internship

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Noelle Molloy, MSEd, CTRS, NCTRC

Co-Presenters

Noelle Molloy, MSEd, CTRS, NCTRC

Susan Kaufer, CTRS, NCTRC

Panelists

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Peer Support for In-Patient Brain Injury Survivors and Their Caregivers: A Collaboration Between Therapeutic Recreation and Speech Language Pathology

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Sandra Villante, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Boston, MA

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Recreational Therapy for Youth Involved in the Juvenile Justice System

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Lauren E. Miller, M.A., CTRS, East Toledo Family Center

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Supporting Meaningful Engagement of Older Adults with Dementia by Integrating Evidence-Based Aromatherapy into Recreational Therapy Practice

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Gena Bell Vargas, PhD, CTRS, CA, Temple University

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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The Use of Rhetoric and Persuasion in Advocating for RT in Schools

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Matthew Frye, University of New Hampshire

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Whole Health and Recreation Therapy: How Recreation Therapists Can Talk the Talk

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Taylor Rae Hooker, Clemson University and St. Cloud VA Health Care System

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Speed Mentoring

Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 5:30 PM–7:00 PM PDT

Student Event/Non-CEU

Primary Contact

Heather Silander, Eastern Michigan University

Co-Presenters

Taylor Smith (Gbur), Orchard Health & Rehabilitation

Panelists

Kim Barbosa, University of North Carolina-Greensboro

Mikayla Pardinas, Oklahoma State University

Brandt Brickell, Oklahoma State University

Re-Thinking Fieldwork Experiences in Recreational Therapy

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

Frances Stavola Daly, Kean University

Co-Presenters

Bryan P McCormick, PhD, Temple University

Panelists

Kelly Ramella, American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) and Arizona State University (ASU)

Messaging and Positioning Recreational Therapy in the Evolving Healthcare Landscape

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

Jill Gravink MS, CTRS/L, Northeast Passage/University of New Hampshire

Co-Presenters

Ty Thompson, M.S., CTRS/L, University of New Hampshire, Northeast Passage

Panelists

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NCTRC Recertification: Continuing Professional Competence

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

Noelle Molloy, MSEd, CTRS, NCTRC

Co-Presenters

Noelle Molloy, MSEd, CTRS, NCTRC

Susan Kaufer, CTRS, NCTRC

Panelists

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Recreational Therapy and Patient and Family Centered Care

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

Mrs. Kayla Ann Lutz, Beaumont

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Use Meta-Therapeutic Processing to Process and Facilitate Transformative Experiences

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

SUSAN ROSS, San Jose State University

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Using Positive Psychology Interventions in Dementia Care to Increase Engagement

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

Nancy Richeson, UWL

Co-Presenters

Jennifer Taylor, MS, CTRS, University of WI at La Crosse

Panelists

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Utilizing Our Strengths: Applying a Strengths-Based Supervision Model to Recreational Therapy Clinical Supervision

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM PDT

Primary Contact

Katie L. Walker, MS, CTRS, University of Florida Health

Co-Presenters

Brent Hawkins, Ph.D., LRT/CTRS, Clemson University

Panelists

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Beyond Ordinary RT: Holistic Modalities for Recreation Therapist to Manage Pain, Anxiety and Other Related Symptoms

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 8:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Vincent Bonadies, The New Jewish Home

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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CARF International and Recreation Therapy Services

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Mary Lou Schilling, Ph.D., CTRS, Central Michigan University

Co-Presenters

Jacki Williford, CTRS/R, Seattle Children's Hospital

LeAnn Wheeler, CTRS, MA, Central Michigan University

Panelists

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Magic as an Innovative and Therapeutic Intervention in Recreational Therapy

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Leandra A Bedini, University of North Carolina Greensboro

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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Recreational Therapists: Change Leaders Advancing Interprofessional Education and Practice

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Kelly Ramella, Arizona State University (ASU)

Co-Presenters

Heather Bright, Slippery Rock University

Donna Gregory, National Institute of Health

Panelists

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The Life Changing Magic of Intergenerational Programming

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Christina Taylor, Shalom Park

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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The use of bibliotherapy to provide support and reduce burden among family care givers of patients with Alzheimer’s Disease

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Tarah Loy, Regis College

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Treatment barriers in rural areas for individuals with Parkinson's disease: Benefits of a multidisciplinary community program

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Brandt Brickell, Oklahoma State University

Co-Presenters

Michelle Bateman, Oklahoma State University

Chad Romoser, BS, CTRS/L, Oklahoma State University

Sabiha Parveen, Oklahoma State University

Panelists

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ATRA Public Policy

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

—

Co-Presenters

—

Panelists

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CARTE Accreditation: Implications for the Recreational Therapy Practitioner

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Teresa Beck, Grand Valley State University

Co-Presenters

Everett Jackson Amburn, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Panelists

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Difficult to Place Patients: Finding a New Path

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Barb Stuebing, St Lukes Rehab

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Each One Teach One: Creating and Maintaining Active Chapter Involvement

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Ms. Amy Heeter, Inglis

Co-Presenters

Ms Gwenn Vilade, CTRS, Inglis

Vincent Bonadies, Andrus on Hudson

Panelists

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Relevant Practice Issues within Recreational Therapy and Physical Rehabilitation and Medicine

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Ms Karley Brouwer, Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center

Co-Presenters

Mrs Amanda M Mota, Loyola University Medical Center

Panelists

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Self-Management through Recovery Planning

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Holly A Eichner, M.Ed, CTRS, University of Toledo

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Understanding Identity as Foundational to Recreation Therapy Practice: Exploring, Forming, and Re-storying

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Cindy Hartman, PhD, University of New Hampshire

Co-Presenters

C. Thompson, MS, CTRS/L, University of New Hampshire

Bronwyn Leto, M.Ed., CTRS/L, CBIS, Northeast Passage

Jessie L Bennett, PhD, University of New Hampshire

Panelists

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Feel the Rhythm: Drumming Up Innovative Programming in Recreational Therapy

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Rhonda Nelson, University of Utah

Co-Presenters

Jamie Bennett, University of Utah

Mike Liston, DrumBus, LLC

Panelists

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Factors that Contribute to Successful Partnerships and Collaborations

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

andrea griffin, Northwest Special Recreation Association

Co-Presenters

Tracey Crawford, Northwest Special Recreation Association

Panelists

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Healing Through Recreational Therapy: How We Can Have an Impact on the Trauma Brain

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Lindsay R. Bedlion, CTRS, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Co-Presenters

Shannon Russell, CTRS, University of Cincinnati Medical Center

Panelists

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International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health: Understanding the Basics and the Applications for Recreational Therapy Practice

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Bryan McCormick, Temple University

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Mind Full or Mindful

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Ms Christina Joy Coleman, M.ED., MSRLS, Laurel Ridge Treatment Center

Co-Presenters

Jesse Edward Enriquez, Laurel Ridge Treatment Center and Blue Sky Abilities

Panelists

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Social3: Deeper understanding of social skills, social affiliation, social empowerment and beyond

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Susan M Wilson, Ph.D., CTRS, SUNY Cortland

Co-Presenters

Jennifer L Hinton, , Western Carolina University

Panelists

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Tell the Whole Story: How to Assess Older Adults in All Domains

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Kathryn Mitchell, HCR ManorCare Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Co-Presenters

Laura Kelly, Sterling Estates Senior Living Community

Brianna Panosian, Sunrise Senior Living

Kerri Denyer, HCR ManorCare Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Panelists

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The Future of Education and Professional Preparation for Entry-Level Practice in RT/TR: The Process, Results, and Recommendations of the ATRA Higher Education Task Force’s Study

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Brent L. Hawkins, CTRS, Clemson University

Co-Presenters

Dr. Marcia Jean Carter, CPRP, CTRS, American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

Dr. Patti Craig, CTRS/L, University of New Hampshire

Dr. Candy Ashton, CTRS/LRT, FDRT, UNCW

Dr. Lynn Anderson, CTRS, CPRP, SUNY Cortland

Panelists

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Advance your Career: Make Yourself More Marketable

Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 PM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Thea Carolyn Kavanaugh, American Therapeutic Recreation Association

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

Mrs. Ashley Bowen, TRS, CTRS, American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

Jodi Douglas, BS, Otsego Memorial Hospital

Mrs Amanda M Mota, CTRS, Loyola University Medical Center

Mrs. Amanda K Chamberlain, Fall Mountain Regional School District

Jenny Dilaura, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Adopting a Prevention Science Approach to Recreational Therapy Practice

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Megan C. Janke, East Carolina University

Co-Presenters

Cari E. Autry, East Carolina University

Panelists

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Complement your RT Competence! Results and Implications from the ATRA Delphi and Competency Study

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Betsy, Slippery Rock University

Co-Presenters

Brent Hawkins, Ph.D., Clemson University

Dr. Heather Porter, PhD, Temple University

Panelists

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Designing a RT Marketing Plan: The Use and Application of a Marketing Self-Assessment Tool in Recreation Therapy

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Judy S Kinney, PhD LRT/CTRS, CCLS , University of North Carolina Greensboro

Co-Presenters

Leandra Bedini, PhD, LRT/CTRS, FDRT, UNC-Greensboro

Panelists

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Evidence-based Tips and Tricks for Implementing Yoga for People with IDD

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Marieke Van Puymbroeck, ATRA & Clemson University

Co-Presenters

Heather S. Torphy, MS, CTRS, Clemson University

Em Adams, Lehman College and Clemson University

Claire T Kelly, BS, LRT/CTRS, Clemson University

Abby K Wiles, Clemson University

Brandi Crowe, Clemson University

Panelists

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Managing Dementia Related Behaviors using the Best Friends Approach to Care

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Nancy Richeson, UWL

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Move your Way: Unpacking the New Physical Activity Federal Guidelines

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Jenn Taylor, The University of Wisconsin–La Crosse

Co-Presenters

W. Thomas Means, The University of Wisconsin–La Crosse

Panelists

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Recreation Therapy with LGBTQ+ Populations

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Jason A Silva, M.Ed, TRS, CTRS, Youth Care Treatment Center

Co-Presenters

Deborah Tysor, MS, TRS, CTRS, University of Utah

Maria Drummond, BS, TRS, CTRS, Salt Lake County Youth Services

Ramon Zabriskie, PhD, MTRS, CTRS, FDRT, BYU

Panelists

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Supporting Diversity within the International Internship Experience

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Pei-Chun Hsieh, University of Lethbridge

Co-Presenters

Anne Richard, NCTRC

Panelists

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TEACHING & MOTIVATING STUDENTS TO CONDUCT RESEARCH

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 10:30 AM–12:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Lisa Mische Lawson, University of Kansas Medical Center

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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ATRA 101

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Randy Wyble, Grand Valley State University

Co-Presenters

Randy Wyble, Grand Valley State University

Tim Passmore, Oklahoma State University

Panelists

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Nature Engagement: A Treatment Goal for Health & Wellness in Multiple Populations

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Erik Luvaas, Ph.D, California State University, Sacramento

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Perspectives of Academic Success and Quality of Life Issues Among Undergraduate University Students

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Susan Sunden, M.Ed., CTRS, Grand Valley State University

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Recreational Therapy in the Community: Transition from Education and Treatment Agencies

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Tatum Davis, City of Columbus Department of Recreation and Parks/The University of Southern Mississippi

Co-Presenters

Dr. Rick Green, Ph.D., The University of Southern Mississippi

Mary Moore, CTRS, City of Columbus Department of Recreation and Parks

Panelists

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Taking the Evidence Base and Making a Plan for Practice

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Gena Bell Vargas, Temple University

Co-Presenters

Dr. Gretchen Snethen, CTRS, PhD, Temple University

Panelists

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The Supporting Role of the TR Professional in LGBTQ Youth Identity Development

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Ms. Claire E. Copa, MA, University of Toledo

Co-Presenters

Ms. Holly A Eichner, M.Ed, University of Toledo

Panelists

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The value of Recreational Therapy: Opportunities to provide a continuum of services that contribute to overall health and well being.

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Donna Gregory, National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

Co-Presenters

Missy Armstrong, Harborview Medical Center

Dr. Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, Eastern Washington University

Sharon Nichols, ATRA

Panelists

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“Promoting Diversity and Cultural Competence as Vital Elements of Recreational Therapy Practice and Education”

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Professor Tameka Battle, LRT/CTRS, CDP, CADDCT, LaGuardia Community College

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Adaptive Cycling: Bikes, Trikes & Tandems Oh My!

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Jamie Hoffman, California State University, Sacramento

Co-Presenters

April Wolfe, CTRS, City of Reno

Panelists

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Camp: Not Just for Summer Anymore

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Brian Pritchard, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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Enhancing Leisure Lifestyles though Technology Transformations

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Ms. Amy Heeter BS, Ed. M. CTRS, CLYL, Inglis

Co-Presenters

Ms Gwenn Vilade, CTRS, Inglis

Panelists

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Online Teaching and Learning in Recreational Therapy: Perspectives of Faculty and Students from the Cyber-Trenches

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Lynn Anderson, SUNY Cortland

Co-Presenters

Marcia Jean Carter, SUNY Cortland

Panelists

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Qualitative Interpretive Meta-Synthesis: A New Method for Contributing to Evidence-based Practice in RT

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Brandi M. Crowe, Clemson University

Co-Presenters

Marieke Van Puymbroeck, Clemson University

Katie Walker, University of Florida Health Florida Recovery Center

Panelists

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The Mighty Pen: Effective Use of Therapeutic Writing in RT Interventions

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Nikki North, La Europa Academy, Utah Recreation Therapists Association

Co-Presenters

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Panelists

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The Role of Therapeutic Recreation in Community-Based Adult Day Programs

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

andrea griffin, Northwest Special Recreation Association

Co-Presenters

Tracey Crawford, Northwest Special Recreation Association

Rachel Hubsch, Northwest Special Recreation Association

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Trauma Releasing Exercises

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Dr. Beth Anne Dietrich, Ed.D, Phoenix VA Medical System & Arizona State University

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Wanna Get Away? Exploring the World of Accessible Travel

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM PDT

Primary Contact

Meghan R. Veiga, Michigan Medicine

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