This seminar series is intended as an introduction to play therapy in counseling when working with children. Registrants will be presented with the history of play therapy, its varying models, principles, goals & objectives, as well as rationale for play therapy, and basic practice skills. The major theories of play therapy and the utilization of play to facilitate the child's self-exploration, self-expression, self-understanding, and personal growth will be explored.
This seminar series through (experiential, hybrid, lecture, etc.) methods will provide foundational knowledge and basic skill competencies to facilitate play therapy as a therapeutic intervention for children and families. This seminar series provides registrants with the philosophical basis for play therapy, including a review of the history of play therapy, how to develop a relationship with a child through developmentally appropriate play-based skills, an introduction to one or two theories of play therapy (child-centered, cognitive behavioral, Adlerian, Ecosystemic, etc.), an introduction to various theoretical applications, and play therapy best practices. Registrants will demonstrate play therapy micro-skills as well as demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and goals of play therapy, therapeutic stages and themes, ethical issues, social and cultural diversity implications, basic developmental and neurological implications, and the ability to communicate the treatment process to various stakeholders including parents/caregivers and teachers.
This series is multiple sessions
Questions: (504) 556-3451 or cfcc@lsuhsc.edu
To Register: LSUHSC Child & Family Counseling Clinic - (504) 556-3451 or cfcc@lsuhsc.edu, or register online on clinic webpage
Approved for 45 CE clock hours.
The LSUHSC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP # 3058 . Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. LSUHSC is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
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