STEPS TO SOLVING THE LEARNING PUZZLE
Initial Session:
The first step in solving the learning puzzle is a one hour or more exchange to establish background information, answer questions about the program and determine the steps needed for change.
Comprehensive Assessment Process:
Depending on the child's age and the problems they are experiencing, a 3 to 5 hour in-depth assessment is conducted. This core assessment usually includes: the Brain Dominance Profile, a Learning Style Analysis, and the Structures of Intellect (SOI) assessment to identify 26 different cognitive skills. We also recommend a computerized Bioenergetic Sensitivity Testing for nutritional deficiencies and food/chemical sensitivities, which can also be an important piece of the learning puzzle.
Interpretation of Assessment & Creation of an Action Plan
When the assessment process is complete, an appointment with the parent/caregiver and the child/teen is set up to summarize and clarify the results. Implications for learning performance are discussed and plans for implementing changes are introduced.
Individual or Group Learning Sessions
Specialized 1 hour learning sessions are designed which may include: Brain GymŪ movements to alleviate stress and switch on the brain, balance board exercises to stimulate neural pathway development, sensory motor integration for better brain/body communication and cognitive activities to enhance thinking skills. These fun, brain training sessions can be scheduled either once or twice a week for 3 month intervals and are greatly enhanced when combined with regular homeplay.
Sensory Motor Integration
Sensory motor integration activities are part of every brain training hour at ICOL. They are designed by physio-therapists to provide the child with sensory information which helps (1) organize the central nervous system, (2) to assist the child in inhibiting and/or modulating sensory information, and (3) to assist the child in processing a more organized response to sensory stimuli. The best thing about these activities is that they are fun.
ICOL Services
Learning Support:
- Plans are in the works to create a regular newsletter with helpful tips and learning strategies. If you are interested in receiving a copy of the newsletter, please send your contact information to ICOL@rogers.com
- Educational workshops are offered throughout the year both at ICOL and at the Waterloo Regional District School Board. Some examples of topics covered are; Brain GymŪ, Indigo Parenting Workshops, Making the Brain /Body Connection, and the Energy Connection Within the Family and Classroom. Please check out our workshop information to see what interesting workshop you may want to participate in. If you wish to be notified ahead of time about these valuable workshops, please email ICOL@rogers.com with your contact information.
Emotional Support:
- Child, adolescent, adult or family counseling are available from Jan Yordy Counselling (519-664-3568) who is conveniently located within ICOL. Jan is a caring therapist who is a Registered Social Worker, Certified Play Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified Brain GymŪ Instructor and experienced Energy Psychology practitioner. Jan's training and experiences counseling allow her to work successfully with a wide variety of emotional issues. To learn more about Jan Yordy and her special resources for children, visit www.energyconnectiontherapies.com
Consulting Services for Schools and Community:
- The ICOL team is willing to share their unique information with educational professionals. To learn more about what they could offer, you may contact them at 519-664-1800