This module is for any young person aged between 16-25 years interested in learning more about using the senses to enhance their life.
Why: Our senses are powerful tools in calming, alerting and grounding us, and can be utilised to help us manage our emotional states. Sensory modulation is an evidence-based approach that works by using sensory input to change the physiology of the body, and in doing so creates a shift in how we feel (O’Sullivan & Fitzgibbon, 2018).
Objectives:
- To provide an opportunity to learn about the senses and how they can be used to enhance everyday life
- To provide an opportunity to learn about physiological arousal and emotional regulation
- To develop an understanding of personal sensory preferences and patterns and how to utilise these
- To have an opportunity to explore possible sensory experiences and tools to use for calming, alerting and grounding
How to enrol: Book an appointment with your GP to request a referral letter addressed “to the Psychiatrist of the Recovery College” and this can be sent to the Emotional Health Unit via email: EHU.Private@mater.org.au
An appointment with a Psychiatrist will then be arranged to organise enrolment into relevant modules.
Cost: This module can be funded by private health insurance. The Emotional Health Unit will do a health fund check and let you know if you are appropriately covered. Modules can also be also be self-funded, please contact the Recovery College at the Emotional Health Unit to discuss further.