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Some In-House Events (closed to public)
UPCOMING IN-HOUSE EVENTS:
Nov 2-6: Various workshops with Eden School and Ministry of Education, Singapore
RECENT PAST EVENTS:
“The Teenage Brain” with Magee Secondary School in-person in Vancouver, April 21, 2026
“Managing Change: Relationship Matters” (at the Stand Together Conference in-person in Coquitlam, BC on April 23, 2026
3-part online series with The Provincial Outreach Program for Students with Deafblindness April / May, 2026: The Foundation of Connection: How Regulation Unlocks Literacy for Deafblind Learners; The Foundation of Feel: Sensory Processing as the Gateway to Deafblind Literacy and The Pulse of Reciprocity: Connecting Attuned Co- Regulation to Literacy Success
Empowering Students and Educators in ASD Classrooms’ with Toronto and District School Board, online, September 2025
‘Neurodiverse-Affirming Behavioural Detective: the Early Years’ with YMCA BC in Coquitlam, BC, September 2025
“Conscious Parenting: Understanding Yourself Supports Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being” with DePaul Community Resources, held on Zoom, April 15, 2025
‘Becoming a Behavioural Detective’ with Caring Families Society, online on April 16th, 2025
Keynote on Early Childhood Mental Health with Humber College in Toronto, ON on June 18, 2026
Conscious Parenting: Supporting Regulation, Connection, and Emotional Growth in Children online with EarlyON and Family Support Network on June 25, 2026
Kim’s Recent Past Events
One of the most anticipated events in the global Sensory Integration community. This international conference brings together world-class specialists from Poland and abroad for cutting-edge lectures, hands-on workshops, and meaningful networking. Kim joins as a special guest speaker, presenting in Poland for the very first time.
IN-PERSON CONFERENCE, hosted by Polish Association of Sensory Integration Therapists and EMPIS
🎉A VERY, VERY SPECIAL OFFER in honour of World Occupational Therapy Day! We rarely do this, so be sure take advantage of this limited-time offer! We are offering a tiered 30-75% discount to anyone around the world for the courses listed below! 🎉:
Kim Barthel, OTR, is the keynote speaker for the Behaviour Support Conference 2026, a full day bringing together educators, caregivers, and professionals for shared learning around supporting children and youth with complex behaviours. Whether you work in a classroom, a clinical practice, or a family home, this conference is built around a simple idea: behaviour makes more sense — and becomes easier to support — once we understand what's underneath it.
IN PERSON, Richmond, BC, Canada
12 Total Hours - Live-on-Zoom Sessions (Recorded) - hosted by Relationship Matters
Through a practical and compassionate lens, you’ll explore how attachment adaptations develop and how stress, trauma, and dysregulation influence connection, identity, and relationships. Bridging neuroscience with real-world practice, this webinar will deepen your understanding of human behaviour while helping you build more connected, co-regulating relationships, even in challenging moments. You’ll also learn practical strategies that foster emotional safety, attunement, and trust in the people you support and care for every day.
Join Kim Barthel and Leah Dawang for a rich discussion exploring the intersection of occupational therapy, mental health, embodiment, and human transformation. Together, they will examine what each discipline uniquely contributes to understanding the human experience and how integrating these perspectives can strengthen clinical reasoning, therapeutic relationships, and client outcomes.
Hosted by: Unyte
This opportunity is funded in partnership with the City of Toronto, the Province of Ontario, and the Government of Canada under the Canada-Ontario Early Childhood Workforce Agreement. This event is intended for professionals in the early learning and care sector in Toronto
Siamo lieti di presentare questo workshop online/webinar di REGISTRAZIONE di 2 ore, con traduzione simultanea in ITALIANO, offerto da Studio Liberamente (Serena Suman, Lara Matera) e Relationship Matters (Kim Barthel).
We are pleased to present this 2-hour online workshop / webinar RECORDING, with simultaneous ITALIAN translation, offered by Studio Liberamente (Serena Suman, Lara Matera) and Relationship Matters (Kim Barthel).
Questo webinar si è tenuto originariamente il 18 maggio 2026. La registrazione è disponibile per l'acquisto qui.
Siamo liete di presentarvi questo Workshop online /webinar su piattaforma Zoom di 2 ore IN DIRETTA,con traduzione simultanea, offerto da Studio Liberamente (Serena Suman, Lara Matera) e Relationship Matters (Kim Barthel). Una registrazione modificata è successivamente a disposizione dei partecipanti per 365 giorni. TRADUZIONE DALL'INGLESE ALL'ITALIANO. We are pleased to present this 2-hour online workshop / webinar on the Zoom platform LIVE, with simultaneous translation, offered by Studio Liberamente (Serena Suman, Lara Matera) and Relationship Matters (Kim Barthel). An edited recording is subsequently available to participants for 365 days. LIVE TRANSLATION FROM ENGLISH TO ITALIAN.
Live and Recorded - with Liberamente
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LIVE ONLINE - In partnership with Kids Workshop
Join us for an insightful presentation by renowned expert Kim Barthel on the fascinating world of the teenage brain. “Adolescence Matters: The Teenage Brain” will explore the unique developmental changes and challenges faced by teens, providing valuable understanding for parents, educators, and anyone interested in youth development.
IN PERSON, Vancouver, CAN - MAGEE SECONDARY SCHOOL PAC
Join internationally renowned occupational therapist and educator Kim Barthel for an intermediate-level, 3-day workshop exploring the profound connection between the vestibular and visual systems. This evidence-based, neuroscience-driven course bridges theory and practice to enhance your clinical reasoning and intervention strategies.
IN PERSON, Brisbane, AUS - Hosted by Mind2Mind Courses
"Regulation" is a widely recognised term in clinical and educational circles—but what does true regulation entail? Join internationally acclaimed therapist Kim Barthel for a profound, three-day immersive workshop live in Perth. This intensive training illuminates the science and practical applications of regulation, exploring the intersections of Polyvagal Theory, interoception, emotional integration, and the therapeutic use of self.
IN PERSON, Perth, AUS - Hosted by Mind2Mind Courses
Moving to Higher Ground focuses on personal growth, aiming to bring out the best in therapists. The program includes clinical mentorship, incorporating cutting-edge interventions through lectures, group discussions, and hands-on experiential learning. Participants will engage in treatment labs, observe demonstrations, interact with children, and discuss treatments with video analysis.
IN PERSON, Bali, Indonesia - Hosted by CPD Retreats
"Regulation" has become a widely used term in clinical and educational spaces, but what does it truly mean? How does it shape behaviour, emotional well-being, and human connection? This immersive, in-person workshop, spanning two full days, illuminates the science and practice of regulation. Participants will explore the intersection of Polyvagal Theory, interception, and emotional integration-gaining practical tools to enhance co-regulation, relationships, resilience, and functional outcomes.
IN PERSON, Manila, Philippines - Hosted by Connected PH
"Regulation and Attachment for Function in Medical Practice" is a full day training that explores how the brain and body work together to shape behaviour and function. Through an integrative lens that blends neuroscience, attachment theory, sensory processing, trauma awareness, and relational connection, Kim Barthel offers a deeper understanding of why children respond the way they do, especially in medical or therapeutic settings.
IN PERSON, Manila, Philippines - Hosted by Connected PH