2020
Optimal State Yoga Therapy Training (on faculty with this program)
Physical Health Module 3: Physiological Assessment & Therapeutic Planning Course, a component of the 865 hour Yoga Therapy training program. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone for yoga teachers, Yoga Therapists, PTs, OTs and other health professionals looking to utilize other modalities in their treatments.
Optimal State Yoga Therapy Training (on faculty with this program)
Physical Health Module 3: Physiological Assessment & Therapeutic Planning Course, a component of the 865 hour Yoga Therapy training program. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone for yoga teachers, Yoga Therapists, PTs, OTs and other health professionals looking to utilize other modalities in their treatments.
January 12-19
Crestline Area, Optimal State Retreat Center, CA
2019
It Starts With Me
An 8-week resliency program for elementary-aged children, hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of Ventura and sponsored/led by Occupational Therapists from Wellness Arts Village outreach programs.
October – November
Boys and Girls Club (Addison Center)
Ventura, CA 93001
Occupational Therapy Association of California State Conference
Reinvigorating Rehab with the Whole Person Perspective
https://www.otaconline.org/education/annual-conference
October 20
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Pasadena, CA
Optimal State of Living Training (on faculty with this program)
Physical Health Module 1 component of an 865 hour Yoga Therapy training program
https://amywheeler.com/865-certified-yoga-therapist-program
September 7-15
Crestline Area Retreat Center, CA
Optimal State of Living Training (on faculty with this program)
Mental Health Module 2 component of an 865 hour Yoga Therapy training program
https://amywheeler.com/865-certified-yoga-therapist-program
July 13-21
Crestline Area Retreat Center, CA
Wellness Through Spirituality ($20/class suggested donation)
Facilitated by Registered and Liscensed Occupational Therapists
A 3-week series to help you access your own power in coping with challenges, managing fear, creating more connection and awe in your day-to-day activities.Join the journey and discover how your spiritual practices can facilitate healthy lifestyle changes and amplify your overall well-being
July 11, July 18, July 25 — 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Ventura, CA @ Ventura Avenue Adult Day Center — 550 Ventura Ave, Ventura 93001
Optimal State of Living Training (on faculty with this program)
Mental Health Module 1 component of an 865 hour Yoga Therapy training program
January 12-20
Ontario, CA
Living Yoga (weekly on Tuesdays for 6 weeks, $90 for the 6 week session)
In this informal and interactive course, we will study the practical and psychological aspects of yoga philosophy.We will use the yoga sutras (aphorisms on the theory and practice) as our guide.Basic studies of the Sanskrit language, the sound and song of the verses, breath techniques and discussion will also be incorporated.
January 22 – February 26
Ventura, CA and on-line available
2018
Optimal State of Living Training
(on faculty with this program)
Mental Health component of an 865 hour Yoga Therapy training program
January 14 -21
Ontario, CA
2017
SYTAR (Symposium for Yoga Therapy and Research)
A Yoga Program for People with ADHD
June 17
Newport Beach, CA
Yoga Therapy and Special Education
April 5
San Diego, CA
Enhancing Executive Function: Going Beyond the Prefrontal Cortex — an intensive 2-day workshop
(Offered through: PESI Rehab)
March 23-24
8:00-4:00
Pearl River, NY
February 15- 16
8:00-4:00
Plainview, NY
2016
Church of the Brethern Pastoral Retreat
Morning Movement and Meditation classes
June 13- 16
Malibu, CA
Medical Mission in Ghana
Volunteer
February 29- March 14
Ghana, Africa
Occupational Therapists: Strengthening Your Students’ Executive Function Skills
(Offered through: Institute for Education and Development)
February 8
8:30-3:00
Ontario, CA
February 9
8:30-3:00
Anaheim, CA
2015
Therasurf
Volunteer
Summer
Malibu, CA
Angelman Syndrome Literacy Surf Camp
July 6- 9
Culver City and Malibu, CA
Church of the Brethern Pastoral Retreat
Morning Movement and Meditation classes, workshop, and private sessions
June 8- 12
Malibu, CA
Symposium for Yoga Therapy and Research
Yoga Therapy for Post-Stroke Patients: A Home Health Perspective
June 6
Newport Beach, CA
Powerful Ways to Use the iPad and Apps in a School-Based Occupational Therapy Program
(Offered through: Institute for Education and Development)
January 21
8:30-3:00
Seattle, WA
January 20
8:30-3:00
Spokane, WA
2014
iPad Interventions for Occupational Therapists
(Offered through: PESI Rehab)
October 8
8:00-4:00
Manhattan, NY
October 7
8:00-4:00
Plainview, NY
October 6
8:00-4:00
White Plains, NY
June 20
8:00-4:00
Palo Alto, CA
June 19
8:00-4:00
Oakland, CA
June 18
8:00-4:00
Sacramento, CA
Therasurf
Volunteer
Summer events
Malibu, CA
Church of the Brethern Pastoral Retreat
Morning Movement and Meditation classes, workshop, and private sessions
June 9 – 13
Malibu, CA
Powerful Ways to Use the iPad and Apps in a School-Based Occupational Therapy Program
(Offered through: Institute for Education and Development)
February 13
8:30-3:00
White Plains, NY
February 12
8:30-3:00
Boston, MA
January 22
8:30-3:00
Minneapolis, MN
January 21
8:30-3:00
Madison, WI
2013
Church of the Brethern Pastoral Retreat
Morning Movement and Meditation classes, workshop, and private sessions
June 14 – 16
Malibu, CA
Practical Strategies for Occupational Therapists To Enhance Students’ Fine Motor Skills
(Offered through: Bureau of Education and Research)
May 2
8:30-3:00
Albany, NY
May 1
8:30-3:00
Detroit, MI
April 30
8:30-3:00
Chicago, IL
April 29
8:30-3:00
Milwaukee, WI
2012
Church of the Brethern Pastoral Retreat
Morning Movement and Meditation classesand private sessions
June 4- 7
Malibu, CA
Handwriting: A Whole Body Approach
(A parent workshop offered at Therapy In Action)
April 23, 2012
7:00 – 8:15 pm
Tarzana, CA
Practical Strategies for Occupational Therapists To Enhance Students’ Fine Motor Skills
(Offered through: Institute of Educational Development)
March 15
8:30-3:00
Columbus, OH
March 14
8:30-3:00
Columbus, OH
February 7
8:30-3:00
St. Louis, MO
February 6
8:30-3:00
Peoria, IL
2011
Practical Strategies for Occupational Therapists To Enhance Students’ Fine Motor Skills
(Offered through: Institute of Educational Development)
May 26
8:30-3:00
Sacramento, CA
May 25
8:30-3:00
San Jose, CA
May 19
8:30-3:00
Seattle, WA
2010
Parent Education – Sensory Motor Yoga (sm)
Yoga blending sensory integration techniques for children with disabilities
(Offered at: Therapy In Action, Tarzana, CA)
November 9
7:00-9:00
Tarzana, CA
2009
Yoga Ed (sm) Research Project
Yoga Ed Classes for 5th grade students
(In cooperation with: principal investigator, Sat Bir S. Khalsa, Ph.D Research scientist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital)
April-June
John Muir Elementary
Santa Monica, CA
2006
American Dance Therapy Association Workshop
Meeting Them Where They Are:Therapeutic Movement in the Community”
(Offered with: Kathy Cass, MA, ADTR, NCC)
October 20
Long Beach, CA