Advanced Play Therapy Techniques for Children - 2nd Edition (Self-Study)
Self-Study
Join us for an engaging seminar on advanced play therapy techniques for children. Designed for experienced therapists looking to deepen their understanding and skills in working with children, this seminar will explore innovative approaches and strategies to enhance therapeutic outcomes
Learn and Earn CE credits!
Learn how to effectively utilize play therapy techniques to address complex emotional and behavioral challenges in children, including trauma, attachment issues, and developmental disorders. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on activities, you will gain practical insights into incorporating expressive arts, sand tray therapy, and other creative modalities into their practice. Whether you're new to play therapy or seeking to expand your repertoire, this seminar offers a unique opportunity to refine your skills, connect with fellow professionals, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.
What You Will Learn From this Seminar:
- Explore advanced theories and principles of play therapy, including the importance of non-directive approaches and the therapeutic relationship in facilitating healing and growth in children.
- Enhance understanding of child development and the role of play in expression, communication, and processing of emotions and experiences.
- Learn advanced techniques for conducting play therapy sessions, including utilizing expressive arts, sand tray therapy, storytelling, and other creative modalities to address specific therapeutic goals.
- Develop skills in conducting comprehensive assessments and formulating individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each child client.
- Gain insight into addressing complex emotional and behavioral challenges in children, such as trauma, attachment issues, anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders, through play therapy interventions.
- Explore ethical considerations and best practices in working with children and families within a play therapy framework, including maintaining boundaries, ensuring confidentiality, and collaborating with caregivers and other professionals.
- Foster self-awareness and self-reflection as a play therapist, recognizing personal biases, triggers, and countertransference reactions that may impact the therapeutic process.
- Build confidence and competence in applying advanced play therapy techniques in clinical practice through experiential exercises, case studies, role-plays, and supervision.
- Enhance professional development and networking opportunities by engaging with fellow participants, sharing experiences, and receiving feedback from experienced play therapy practitioners and trainers.
- Empower therapists to integrate advanced play therapy techniques into their clinical work effectively, promoting positive outcomes and supporting the holistic well-being of children and families.
During this 2-hour seminar, we will guide you through an experiential learning process where you will be learning what it takes to help your clients, and how to implement that in daily practice.
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Who is this for?
This course is for any clinician invested in learning new or honing existing skills to be able to use in dynamic ways to support their patients and clients and to end suffering.
KEY INFORMATION:
This course is eligible for 2 CEUs for social workers through the NASW National CE Approval Program in 48 states (EXCLUDING: New Jersey and West Virginia).
This course is eligible for 2 CEUs for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, and Psychologists in New York State
For more information about CEU approval, please click here.
Format: Self-Study Online Seminar
"The subject matter is fascinating and so relevant in work with probably all clients." - Susan, LCSW
"The seminar provides suggestions on how to use metaphors with our clients. Also, it stresses the need to be attuned to the many differences in personality and understanding." - Bonnie, LCSW-R
"This seminar provided me with new tools to engage patients effectively in their quest to achieve a meaningful existence." - Emmanuel, LMSW
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Your Facilitator and Co-Facilitator
Mardoche Sidor, MD, is a Harvard-trained Quadruple Board Certified Psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, School of Physicians and Surgeons, trained in and taught all major psychotherapeutic modalities, including and not limited to CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is also the author of 11 books including Journey to Empowerment, Discovering Your Worth, The Power of Faith. and, The Art of Living. Dr. Sidor has worked both as a primary care physician and Medical Director in three different settings, including a Chief Medical Officer of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES). He is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute. His 11th book, entitled, NLP for Clinicians is now available to the public.
Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW, is a Columbia-trained Social Worker with wide clinical, teaching, and supervision experience. She also has a background in management, mentorship, and leadership that spans more than 20 years. Her added passion is in advocacy and coaching. She has previously held Executive level positions, and two other directorships in different organizations. She is currently Adjunct Faculty at Columbia University School of Social Work and Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also maintains a private practice, provides supervision, and clinical and management training. She is also a personal and executive-level coach. She is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute.