GABRIEL THERAPY GROUP
Pediatric Feeing and Swallowing:
Oral Sensory-Motor Evaluation and Treatment for Infants and Children
A two-day clinical intensive for Speech Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists Brought to you by Gabriel Therapy Group.
September 12 & 13, 2026 | ECPI University — Lake Mary, FL | Limited to 25 attendees
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Two days. Real skills.
Real patients.
Gabriel Therapy Group is bringing together clinicians across Central Florida for a focused, hands-on continuing education intensive in pediatric feeding therapy. This is not a passive lecture series, it is a clinical training designed to change how you work.
Led by Jennifer Dahms, a Therapist and SLP, the course covers sensory-motor evaluation, treatment frameworks, oral motor intervention, and positioning. Stacey Aspinwall, PT, joins for a dedicated session on Positioning and Handling for Feeding and Swallowing.
Whether you are building your feeding therapy caseload or deepening an existing specialization, this intensive educational course gives you the frameworks, tools, and confidence to serve your clients more effectively.
Dates
Friday & Saturday, September 12–13, 2026
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Location
ECPI University, Lake Mary, Florida​
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Capacity
25 total
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Who should attend
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SLPs, OTs, CF-SLPs, Student Clinician, and pediatric practice owners interested in deepening their practice in feeding therapy.
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Professional Credit
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CEU hours — FL SLP & OT boards
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Jennifer Dahms
Speech Language Pathologist
Jennifer Dahms is a speech-language pathologist specializing in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders with more than 25 years of clinical experience. She earned both her Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee and has worked across early intervention, outpatient rehabilitation, and private practice settings. Jennifer is the founder of Valley Pediatric Feeding, LLC and currently provides continuing education and patient consults through Jennifer Dahms, LLC. She has presented extensively at local, national, and international conferences and webinars on pediatric feeding, dysphagia, oral motor therapy, and sensory-based interventions. Jennifer was board certified in swallowing and swallowing disorders from 2011–2026 and is a multiple recipient of ASHA’s ACE Award.
FEATURED GUEST SESSION
Stacey Aspinwall
Physical Therapist · GTG Team
Stacey Aspinwall is a pediatric physical therapist with more than 20 years of experience treating children with orthopedic, neurologic, developmental, and movement disorders. A graduate of the University of North Florida’s Physical Therapy Program, Stacey has worked in a variety of settings including NICU, PICU, home health, schools, and outpatient therapy clinics across Arizona and Florida. She specializes in conditions such as torticollis, cerebral palsy, and neurological movement disorders, and is an instructor in the Perception Action approach to pediatric therapy. Stacey also has advanced training in equine movement as a therapeutic intervention and helped establish equine-based therapy services at GTG in 2023. She currently serves as an adjunct professor at East Coast Polytechnic Institute in Orlando.
What you will gain from this course
Practical skills and clinical frameworks you can apply with your patients right away.
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Sensory-Motor Evaluation Frameworks
Conduct thorough feeding evaluations using a sensory-motor lens, from initial assessment to differential diagnosis.
Treatment Planning for Complex Feeders
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Build individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that address the full sensory-motor profile of each child.
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Oral Motor Intervention Techniques
Apply targeted oral motor strategies with confidence, grounded in current research and best practice.
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Positioning & Handling for Feeding
Understand how postural support and handling techniques directly influence a child's abilities and safety during feeding.
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Functional Goals & Documentation
Write measurable and functional feeding goals and document progress in ways that support clinical decision-making.
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Caregiver Coaching & Carry-Over
Learn strategies and techniques to equip families for feeding progress beyond the therapy session.
Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
Continuing Education Hours will be submitted by GTG as the hosts of this event to the Florida Board for Speech Language Pathology and the Florida Board for Occupational Therapy. All registered attendees will receive a certificate of completion on the last day of the course to keep for personal record maintenance.
Attendees will receive 13 Continuing Education Hours (PDHs)
SCHEDULE
8:00 AM
Registration & Welcome
Doors Open, Coffee and Mingle
8:30 AM
Session 1 - 2 CE Hours
Jennifer Dahms, SLP
-Introductions
-Learning Process
-Knowledge Bases
-Oral Motor — Normal and Abnormal Movements
-Oral Sensory — Normal and Abnormal Processing
-Diagnoses (relationship to oral motor and oral sensory skills)
-Other Related Topics
10:30 AM
Break
10:45 AM
Session 2 - 1 CE Hours
Stacey Aspinwall, PT — Postural Support
PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO:
-Identify basic information to analyze an infant’s/child’s posture and identify areas of instability, asymmetry, or compensation
-Select and implement at least 3 positioning strategies to improve trunk stability and alignment during functional tasks
-Integrate ROM and tone considerations into treatment planning for improved movement efficiency
-Recommend environmental adaptations and equipment supports to enhance postural control
-Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team (PT/SLP/OT) to support functional feeding and communication outcomes
11:45 AM
Lunch
12:30 PM
Session 3 - 1.5 CE Hours
Jennifer Dahms, SLP
-Evaluation: My Process, General Areas, Pre-Evaluation Steps, Observation, Standardized Assessments, The Wrap-Up
-Newborns / Infants
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Normal & Delayed/Disordered Movements — Lips, Cheeks, Tongue, Jaw; Oral Sensory
Assessment (specific to age)
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Therapy — Increased Tone / Decreased Tone / Oral Sensory
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-Lab Practice
-Additional Thoughts
2:00 PM
Break
2:15 PM
Session 4 (cont.) - 1.5 CE Hours
Jennifer Dahms, SLP
-Young Toddlers
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Normal & Delayed/Disordered Movements — Lips, Cheeks, Tongue, Jaw; Oral Sensory
Assessment (specific to age)
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Therapy — Increased Tone / Decreased Tone / Oral Sensory
-Lab Practice
-Additional Thoughts
3:45 PM
Break
4:00 PM
Session 5 - 1.5 CE Hours
Jennifer Dahms, SLP
-Case Examples / Videos / Live Demonstration
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Infant
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Young Toddlers
-Questions
Two-Day Agenda
VENUE
ECPI University
Lake Mary, Florida
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Professional classroom with full AV equipment
Full two-day access — September 12 & 13
Intimate capacity of 25 — collaborative environment
Free parking on site
INVESTMENT
Select your registration
Early registration is limited. Secure your seat at the lowest price before spots fill.
early bird
$349
first 10 seats only
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[Available through the end of June, or first 10 registrations. July 1st starts new price]
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Both days of instruction
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All course materials
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Certificate of completion
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Add 13 CEU Hours (PDHs)
standard
$399
general admission
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[July 1 through August 31]
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Both days of instruction
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All course materials
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Certificate of completion
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Add 13 CEU Hours (PDHs)
final release
$449
last seats available
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[Sept 1 - Sept 12 (includes day of registration)]
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Both days of instruction
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All course materials
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Certificate of completion
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Add 13 CEU Hours (PDHs)
Bringing a Team?
We offer group rates for practices registering 4 or more clinicians. Contact us directly and we will work with pricing that fits your team and covers all course expenses.
Ready to Register?
Early bird pricing closes after the first 10 registrations.
Registration closes when capacity is reached. For groups of 4 or more, contact us for group rates.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions answered
Everything you need to know before registering.
Who is this course designed for? This course is designed for Speech Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists. It is also appropriate for CFY clinicians, graduate students, feeding therapists, and pediatric private practice owners looking to build or deepen their feeding therapy skills.
Will I receive CEU hours for attending? 13 hours of professional development hours will be received through the Florida boards of Speech Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy.
What is the cancellation policy? Unfortunately, we will be unable to refund for cancellations of this event.
Do I need to bring any materials? All course materials will be provided. A supply list or pre-course reading will be sent to all registered attendees before the event.
How do I register a group from my practice? We offer group rates for practices registering 4 or more clinicians. We work with you directly to find pricing that fits your team and covers our costs. Email info@gabrieltherapygroup.com to discuss group registration.
Is there parking at ECPI University? Yes, free parking is available on site. Detailed parking and arrival instructions will be sent to all registered attendees before the event.
Are meals provided during the event? Meal details will be confirmed and communicated to attendees. Please note any dietary restrictions during registration so we can accommodate you.
Will course materials be available after the event? All registered attendees will be provided access to educational materials from the event.