When: Not currently scheduled
Prerequisites: None
CEUs: 12 hours/2 days
Play is Seriously Important
In this workshop, participants will receive a brief glimpse into the why and how of play therapy.
We will discuss the history and development of play therapy theories; the rationale for its use in clinical practice; how play builds a flexible nervous system, the developmental necessity of play; and how to organize the “equipment” and space needed for facilitating play therapy.
Case examples will be presented to illustrate the power of play therapy in resolving children’s concerns.
Participants should come away with a basic definition and understanding of play therapy process, as well as resources for additional learning. We will highlight the developmental significance of play for all creatures and make a distinction between play and play therapy.
Objectives
- Understand the rationale for using play therapy
- Learn a brief history of play therapy
- Name key figures throughout the history of play therapy
- Name the 20 core agents of change that are addressed in play
- Identify play therapy as developmentally congruent, trauma informed and multi-theoretical way to work with children
- Identify the neurological benefits of play & play therapy
- Learn how to create play therapy spaces
- Understand power of play therapy through case illustrations
Training Checklist
All sections must be marked as complete to receive certificate.
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