This fourth session in the series brings a trauma-informed, interprofessional lens to the assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders (PFD) and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Kay Toomey, PhD, and Lauren Thompson, MEd, CCC-SLP, CLC, guide this discussion, moderated by Rachel Conrad, MS, CCC-SLP, as they explore how psychosocial and behavioral health factors shape feeding development, participation, and outcomes.
Through case-based examples and reflective discussion, participants will examine how trauma, anxiety, caregiver-child dynamics, and past medical experiences can influence feeding. The session emphasizes integrating these insights into clinical decision-making, focusing on creating safe, supportive environments that build trust and encourage progress.
Grounded in principles of collaboration and empowerment, this course highlights the value of coordinated care between SLPs and psychologists. Participants will learn to recognize psychosocial barriers, implement supportive, family-centered interventions, and identify when referral to additional mental health support is appropriate to better serve children with complex feeding needs.
Through case-based examples and reflective discussion, participants will examine how trauma, anxiety, caregiver-child dynamics, and past medical experiences can influence feeding. The session emphasizes integrating these insights into clinical decision-making, focusing on creating safe, supportive environments that build trust and encourage progress.
Grounded in principles of collaboration and empowerment, this course highlights the value of coordinated care between SLPs and psychologists. Participants will learn to recognize psychosocial barriers, implement supportive, family-centered interventions, and identify when referral to additional mental health support is appropriate to better serve children with complex feeding needs.
