All Achievements
activity CT-AIMH
I am invited to consult on various projects and initiatives that the CT-AIMH may consider becoming involved in.activity Central CT State University
Invited to advise faculty in the Early Childhood Education Department to crosswalk IECMH competencies into Coursework and create a Bachelor's degree with specialty in Infant Mental Healthactivity Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health
I volunteer to advise applicants, review applications and exams for AIMH's that are part of the International Allianceactivity Infant Toddler Mental Health Coalition of Arizona
activity World Association for Infant Mental Health
activity IICAPS Research Team
activity Yale Child Study Center
Member of the In-Home Clinical Leadership teamactivity Birth to Three
I provide Reflective Consultation and IECMH expertise to various Birth to Three provider agenciesactivity CT Association for Infant Mental Health
Lead Professional Development Advisory Group, plan conferences, meet with key stakeholders, grant proposals, provide general advisement on new program and initiative implementationactivity Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health
Member of various committees including Policy Development for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Home Visiting, Research and Endorsement Holders; representing Connecticut Association for Infant Mental Healthactivity Endorsement
Infant Toddler Coalition of ArizonaMember of Endorsement Advisory committee to support the Arizona Infant Toddler Mental Health Coalition in marketing, education, applying for grants to support costs of endorsement for applicantsactivity EBP's for Very Young Children with Trauma
activity Reflective Supervision and Consultation
Abstract/SynopsisWorking in the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECHM) field can be challenging and make one question their own parenting experiences, values, and beliefs about how infants and caregivers “should be” in relationship, while also feeling burnt out, triggered, angry, frustrated, unsupported, and uncertain about their role as IECMH practitioners or supervisors. This introductory training will enable participants to define what makes Reflective Supervision different from other types of supervision and what the benefits are. The essential elements that are the hallmarks of Reflective Supervision will be reviewed, including parallel process and how to intentionally impact relationships. How Reflective Supervision is trauma and diversity informed will also be explored, along with how this supervisory relationship may affect understanding of and the trajectory for the infant/child caregiver relationship.
activity Introduction to Reflective Supervision/Consultation
Abstract/SynopsisIntroduction to Reflective Supervision/Consultation, Best Practice Guidelines, Diversity Informed Tenants, and focus on enhancing self-awareness of attendees.
activity Introduction to Reflective Supervision/Consultation
Abstract/SynopsisWorking in the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECHM) field can be challenging and make one question their own parenting experiences, values, and beliefs about how infants and caregivers “should be” in relationship, while also feeling burnt out, triggered, angry, frustrated, unsupported, and uncertain about their role as IECMH practitioners or supervisors. This introductory training will enable participants to define what makes Reflective Supervision different from other types of supervision and what the benefits are. The essential elements that are the hallmarks of Reflective Supervision will be reviewed, including parallel process and how to intentionally impact relationships. How Reflective Supervision is trauma and diversity informed will also be explored, along with how this supervisory relationship may affect understanding of and the trajectory for the infant/child caregiver relationship.
activity Parent-child Interactions; Deepening our Observations
Abstract/SynopsisRecognizing our own triggers and vulnerabilities, managing reactivity, and moving from reactivity to reflection -Fine-tuning observation skills using multiple video case presentations for viewing and learning Objectives: a. See how learning from this session will facilitate an increase in reflective awareness b. Enhance ability to observe parent child interactions c. Increase sensitivity to parent-infant interactions (especially when unresolved trauma is involved) d. Understand the importance in developing strategies to emotionally regulate, slow down, & reflect, which is different than being in constant reactive mode (through video and case presentations
activity Introduction to Disorganized Attachment
activity Introduction to Reflective Supervision/Consultation, Self-Awareness
activity Reflective Supervision, Self-Awareness, and Endorsement
activity Parent-child Interactions; Deepening our Observations